California Contractor Law Update: SB 342 Limits Licensing-Lapse Forfeitures Under Section 7031
SB 342 updates California Section 7031 to protect contractors from compensation forfeiture during licensing gaps. Here is what contractors need to know...
The California Private Works Fair Payment Act Changes the Balance of Power
The California Private Works Fair Payment Act Changes the Balance of Power. Here is what you need to know...
From Summer Associates to Law Clerks: Celebrating George McBey & Talula Dechev
Continuing a proud tradition, the summer associate program at Finch, Thornton & Baird, LLP offers a proven training ground for future attorneys. The program carries forward a rich University of San Diego legacy, represented by our USD School of Law…
Finch, Thornton & Baird, LLP Named a Top 50 National Construction Law Firm for Eighth Consecutive Year
SAN DIEGO — For the eighth consecutive year, Finch, Thornton & Baird, LLP has been named one of the Top 50 Construction Law Firms® in the United States by Construction Executive (CE)...
Jacob Jackson Awarded Scholarship
In collaboration with the University of San Diego School of Law, we are proud to announce that our very own Jacob Jackson has been named the 2026 recipient of the Finch, Thornton & Baird, LLP Build California Scholarship. This prestigious…
Healthy juice maker Suja Life debuts on Nasdaq Stock Market
SAN DIEGO -- The firm congratulates client Suja Life on its successful May IPO on the Nasdaq Stock Market. Since organizing the startup of Suja Life, LLC in 2012, the firm has provided ongoing legal counsel and strategic guidance to…
Practice Tips: The High Stakes of Contractor Licensing
California’s contractor licensing laws shield the public from the risks of hiring unlicensed contractors and provide a method for victims to prosecute contractors that perform unlicensed work
FINCH, THORNTON & BAIRD, LLP OPENS IDAHO OFFICE
SAN DIEGO/EAGLE -- The construction industry law firm of Finch, Thornton & Baird, LLP is pleased to announce the opening of its office in Eagle, Idaho, a suburb near Boise, to service clients with projects in the State of Idaho…
FIRM PROMOTES LINDSEY HERZIK, SCOTT BENNETT, THOMAS DIAMOND, CORY DIBENE, AND DANIEL SPENCER TO PARTNERSHIP
The California construction industry law firm of Finch, Thornton & Baird, LLP today announced the addition...
TWO NEW ATTORNEY’S JOIN CONSTRUCTION LAW FIRM
The California construction industry law firm of Finch, Thornton & Baird, LLP today announced the addition...