Richard “Rich” Ames is Senior Counsel at GRSM, with extensive experience in personal injury and construction cases. In the personal injury area, he has defended claims involving exposures to asbestos and other chemical and workplace injuries. In the construction area he has handled a range of construction and breach of contract cases, including lien claims, delay claims, and breach of contract claims for property owners, general contractors, and subcontractors. Mr. Ames also has experience with broker liability, condominium and homeowners association disputes, easements, and general breach of contract cases.
Admissions
- California
- Washington
- U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Eastern, and Central Districts of California
- U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Education
- J.D., University of San Diego School of Law, 1996
- Moot Court Board, National Team Coach
- Best Oral Advocate
- B.A., Gonzaga University, 1992
- Division I Varsity Tennis (1989, 1991-1992)
- Eagle Scout