Lisa Marie Cross, Construction Attorney in San Diego, California
Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Construction, Estate Planning, and General
San Diego, CA
Practicing construction in San Diego since 1996.
- 30+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Lisa Marie Cross is an attorney based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Construction, Estate Planning, and General. Lisa has over 30 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- San Diego, CA
- Experience
- over 30 years
- Known for
- Construction · Estate Planning · General
- Handles Construction, Estate Planning, and General matters from San Diego, CA.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Lisa Marie Cross: Lisa Marie Cross is an attorney based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Construction, Estate Planning, and General. Lisa has over 30 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Lisa's practice areas in San Diego
Lisa concentrates on construction, estate planning, general, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lisa handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Construction
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Estate Planning
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General
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Insurance
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Real Estate
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Construction cases in San Diego, California
Lisa takes construction matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lisa agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in San Diego, California
Lisa takes estate planning matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lisa agrees to represent you.
General cases in San Diego, California
Lisa takes general matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lisa agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in San Diego, California
Lisa takes insurance matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lisa agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in San Diego, California
Lisa takes litigation matters in San Diego, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lisa agrees to represent you.
Biography
Lisa Marie Cross, construction attorney serving San Diego
Lisa Marie Cross is an attorney based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Construction, Estate Planning, and General. Lisa has over 30 years of legal experience. Lisa works from San Diego, California and takes on construction matters across the region.
Lisa Marie Cross is a lawyer practicing construction defects litigation, personal injury, insurance defense and 5 other areas of law. Lisa received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years. Lisa practices in San Diego, CA.
How Lisa handles construction matters
Lisa Marie Cross is a lawyer practicing construction defects litigation, personal injury, insurance defense and 5 other areas of law. Lisa received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years. Lisa practices in San Diego, CA.
The kind of cases Lisa takes
Lisa reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction, estate planning, and general matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Lisa studied and practices
California Western School of Law
J.D. · 1995
University of California at Los Angeles
B.A. · 1991
Jurisdictions
Lisa's state bar admissions
California
1996 · ACTIVE
Lisa studied at J.D. in California Western School of Law and B.A. in University of California at Los Angeles.
Law school and academic background
Lisa completed J.D. in California Western School of Law and B.A. in University of California at Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lisa runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Lisa's professional memberships and bar associations
San Diego County and American Bar Associations San Diego Defense Lawyers
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Locations
Lisa Marie Cross's office in San Diego
Lisa's primary office is at 11622 El Camino Real Ste 300, San Diego, CA, 92130. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Lisa Marie Cross — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lisa usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lisa charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lisa's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Lisa will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a construction attorney in San Diego, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Lisa
Lisa discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every construction matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Lisa confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lisa's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Lisa Marie Cross
How much does it cost to hire Lisa for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lisa walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lisa offer a free consultation?
Lisa charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lisa's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Lisa's current terms during booking.
How long do construction cases in California typically take?
Simple construction matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Lisa gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lisa take my case if I'm outside San Diego?
Lisa is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Lisa will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Lisa?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Lisa will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lisa accepting new construction clients right now?
Lisa's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Construction attorneys serving San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Lisa handles construction matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified construction attorneys in that community.
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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