Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP - Fresno, CA
Wood, Smith, Henning and Berman LLP is a national defense law firm founded in 1997, whose Fresno office delivers trial-tested representation in business litigation, construction law, employment and labor defense, toxic torts, and catastrophic casualty claims across California's Central Valley.
Nationally Renowned Business Defense and Litigation Counsel in Fresno
Operating in the economic heart of California's Central Valley, the Fresno office of Wood, Smith, Henning and Berman LLP delivers sophisticated defense counsel to regional enterprises, agribusinesses, and national corporations. Founded in 1997 by veteran trial litigators David Wood, Kevin Smith, Stephen Henning, and Daniel Berman, the firm has expanded into an Am Law 200 powerhouse with more than forty offices nationwide. In Fresno, the firm provides clients with the trial resources of a national law firm combined with deep familiarity with local Central Valley courts, judges, and juries. When businesses face high-exposure claims and must hire an attorney with a proven courtroom record, the firm provides tenacious and strategic advocacy.
Commercial Litigation and Business Contract Disputes
Commercial conflicts require decisive legal action that protects company operations and financial stability. The Fresno litigation team, guided by managing partner Patrick S. Schoenburg, defends businesses against complex breach of contract claims, partnership disputes, trade secret claims, and commercial fraud allegations. Whether pursuing favorable settlement terms or presenting arguments in the Fresno County Superior Court or federal court, the firm aligns every legal move with the client's commercial objectives.
Construction Defect, Toxic Torts, and Commercial Real Estate
As a recognized Tier 1 firm in construction litigation by Best Law Firms, Wood, Smith, Henning and Berman LLP represents general contractors, developers, and commercial real estate owners in high-stakes construction defect actions and property disputes. Additionally, the Fresno office brings extensive scientific experience to toxic torts, pesticide exposure disputes, and environmental regulatory claims across agricultural and industrial operations throughout the San Joaquin Valley.
Employment and Labor Defense for California Employers
California employers face some of the nation's most stringent labor laws. The firm represents private companies and public entities facing employee disputes, defending against wage and hour claims, wrongful termination lawsuits, workplace discrimination, and harassment allegations. In addition to defending courtroom actions, attorneys provide proactive guidance to prevent regulatory penalties and costly employee claims.
Professional Liability and Truck Accident Defense
When severe claims arise, organizations need urgent legal representation to mitigate liability. The firm defends real estate agents, insurance brokers, and healthcare providers in professional malpractice disputes. In addition, serving the major Central Valley transportation corridor, the firm's rapid-response team handles complex truck accident lawsuits, catastrophic personal injury claims, and defective product allegations, deploying field investigators to preserve vital evidence immediately.
Fresno Office Practice Highlights
- Business litigation and contract law: Commercial dispute resolution, partnership dissolutions, and breach of contract defense.
- Construction and commercial real estate: Defending builders, developers, and commercial owners in complex defect claims.
- Employment and labor defense: Protecting employers against wage and hour, discrimination, and wrongful termination claims.
- Transportation and truck accident defense: Rapid response and defense representation for motor carriers in catastrophic injury lawsuits.
- Toxic torts and environmental claims: Defending agricultural and industrial businesses in environmental contamination claims.
Connect with Wood, Smith, Henning and Berman LLP
To protect your company's interests against complex legal exposure, having trial-tested legal counsel is vital. If you need to find a lawyer with nationwide trial resources and local Central Valley experience, contact Wood, Smith, Henning and Berman LLP in Fresno, California at (559) 437-2860 or visit their office at 7108 North Fresno Street, Suite 250, to arrange a consultation.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the premium Woodward Park neighborhood of Northeast Fresno, adjacent to the Kaiser Permanente Medical Center.
Building Location
This is a premium, multi-story Class 'A' office building situated within the Woodward Centre office complex, located directly adjacent to Kaiser Permanente Fresno Medical Center.
Parking Details
Visitors can park in the adjacent surface lot, which features over 800 parking stalls that have been converted to covered spaces equipped with solar panels.
Public Transit
Served by Fresno Area Express Route 32 (Fresno St); nearest stop is at SW Fresno - Howard.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the Woodward Centre building through the main glass lobby entrance. Take the passenger elevator or stairs to the second floor, where you will find Suite 250.