Sterling Law Firm APC - Long Beach, CA
Sterling Law Firm, APC is a premier civil litigation practice located on West Ocean Boulevard in Long Beach, California. Founded by seasoned trial lawyer Scott J. Sterling with over twenty years of practice, the firm provides aggressive advocacy in personal injury, construction disputes, business litigation, and insurance claims throughout Southern California.
Versatile Civil Litigation and Injury Representation in Long Beach
When physical harm, commercial strife, or property damage strikes, having an accomplished litigator who understands trial mechanics is essential. Sterling Law Firm, APC delivers assertive legal representation for individuals, property owners, and businesses across Long Beach, Los Angeles County, and Orange County. Founded by attorney Scott J. Sterling, a former partner at a national litigation firm, the practice combines large-firm capability with personalized attention. Whether you need to hire a personal injury lawyer in Long Beach after a collision or consult an experienced construction litigation attorney regarding defect claims, the firm provides steadfast representation grounded in two decades of courtroom success.
Aggressive Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Advocacy
An unexpected injury can disrupt your livelihood and place severe financial strain on your household. Sterling Law Firm, APC represents accident victims on a contingency fee basis with no upfront fees. Practice areas include:
- Car accident claims involving reckless driving, speeding, and distracted motorists.
- Commercial truck accidents and tractor-trailer collisions involving safety violations.
- Motorcycle accidents resulting in severe fractures and brain trauma.
- Premises liability and slip and fall injury cases caused by hazardous property maintenance.
- Animal attacks under California strict liability dog bite statutes.
- Wrongful death claims seeking justice and financial recovery for surviving families.
Comprehensive Construction Law and Defect Litigation
With extensive background managing high-value development conflicts, attorney Scott Sterling represents developers, general contractors, subcontractors, commercial property owners, and homeowners in contentious building disputes. The firm handles construction defect claims involving structural movement, water intrusion, foundation settlement, and roofing failures. Furthermore, the firm navigates mechanic liens, stop notices, contractor delay claims, and complex construction contract disputes throughout Southern California courts.
Commercial Litigation and Business Contract Disputes
Commercial operations face numerous legal disputes that can jeopardize profitability and corporate continuity. Sterling Law Firm, APC represents corporate entities and entrepreneurs in business litigation, partnership breakups, shareholder disputes, and breach of contract lawsuits. The firm conducts rigorous pre-trial discovery and assertive settlement negotiation, preparing every matter meticulously for arbitration, mediation, or jury trial.
Bad Faith Insurance Claims and Policyholder Rights
Insurance companies routinely delay, undervalue, or unjustly deny valid policy claims. As demonstrated by attorney Scott Sterling landmark appellate victory in Palp, Inc. v. Williamsburg National Insurance Company, the firm possesses unmatched knowledge of insurance contract interpretation and bad faith practices. The firm holds insurers accountable in disputed property damage, commercial liability, disability insurance, and motor vehicle coverage claims.
Trial Experience from Attorney Scott J. Sterling
Directing attorney Scott Jason Sterling earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of California, Davis, and his Juris Doctor from Loyola Law School in Los Angeles. Admitted to the State Bar of California in 2002, he is admitted before the United States District Court for the Central District of California and the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. Recognized among Thomson Reuters Super Lawyers Rising Stars from 2013 to 2016, his extensive trial background ensures clients receive elite courtroom representation.
Client-Focused Advocacy and Free Case Evaluations
Sterling Law Firm, APC prioritizes transparency, affordability, and direct communication. Clients work directly with their attorney rather than being passed off to paralegals or junior assistants. When looking to find a business litigation attorney or need an accident and injury lawyer in Long Beach, the firm provides free initial consultations to review your case and outline a decisive path toward recovery.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located right in the vibrant core of Downtown Long Beach, near the corner of Ocean Boulevard and Pine Avenue.
Building Location
This iconic 24-story Class A office high-rise is known as Landmark Square, situated close to local dining favorites like L'Opera Ristorante and California Pizza Kitchen.
Parking Details
Convenient parking is available in the building's on-site multi-level parking structure, with standard hourly and daily rates applying.
Public Transit
Served by Long Beach Transit Route 111 (Broadway - Lakewood); nearest stop is at Ocean & Pine.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the tower's grand ground-floor lobby, utilize the high-speed passenger elevators to travel to the 4th floor, and proceed to Suite 400.