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Margret Goedecke Parke, Construction Attorney in Los Angeles, California

Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on Construction, Employment, and General

Senior CounselatGordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP

Los Angeles, CA

Practicing construction in Los Angeles since 1986.

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Margret Goedecke Parke is a senior counsel based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Construction, Employment, and General. Margret has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP.

Based in
Los Angeles, CA
Experience
over 40 years
Known for
Construction · Employment · General
  • Handles Construction, Employment, and General matters from Los Angeles, CA.
  • Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Margret Goedecke Parke: Margret Goedecke Parke is a senior counsel based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Construction, Employment, and General. Margret has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Margret Goedecke Parke

Margret concentrates on construction, employment, general, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Margret handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Construction cases in Los Angeles, California

Margret takes construction matters in Los Angeles, 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 Margret agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Los Angeles, California

Margret takes employment matters in Los Angeles, 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 Margret agrees to represent you.

General cases in Los Angeles, California

Margret takes general matters in Los Angeles, 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 Margret agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Los Angeles, California

Margret takes insurance matters in Los Angeles, 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 Margret agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California

Margret takes litigation matters in Los Angeles, 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 Margret agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Margret Goedecke Parke — Over 40 years of California construction experience

Margret Goedecke Parke is a senior counsel based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Construction, Employment, and General. Margret has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP.

Margret Goedecke Parke is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage, litigation, construction defects and 5 other areas of law. Margret received a B.A. degree from Colorado State University in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years. Margret practices at Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP in Los Angeles, CA.

How Margret handles construction matters

Margret Goedecke Parke is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage, litigation, construction defects and 5 other areas of law. Margret received a B.A. degree from Colorado State University in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years. Margret practices at Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP in Los Angeles, CA.

The kind of cases Margret takes

Margret reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction, employment, and general matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Margret Goedecke Parke's legal education and bar admissions

  • Loyola Law School

    J.D. · 1986

  • Colorado State University

    B.A. · 1982

Jurisdictions

Margret's state bar admissions

  • Colorado (Inactive)

    1989 · ACTIVE

  • California

    1986 · ACTIVE

Margret studied at J.D. in Loyola Law School and B.A. in Colorado State University.

Law school and academic background

Margret completed J.D. in Loyola Law School and B.A. in Colorado State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Margret runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Margret's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Los Angeles County, Colorado and American Bar Associations State Bar of California Association of Southern California Defense Counsel

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Locations

Margret Goedecke Parke's office in Los Angeles

Margret's primary office is at 633 West Fifth Street, 52nd Floor, Los Angeles, CA, 90071. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP

633 West Fifth Street, 52nd Floor

Los Angeles, CA 90071

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Hiring guide

How to hire Margret Goedecke Parke — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Margret usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Margret charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Margret'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; Margret will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a construction attorney in Los Angeles, 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 Margret

Margret 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. Margret confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Margret'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 Margret Goedecke Parke

  • How much does it cost to hire Margret for a construction case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Margret walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Margret offer a free consultation?

    Margret charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Margret's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Margret'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. Margret gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Margret take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?

    Margret 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 — Margret 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 Margret?

    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. Margret will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Margret accepting new construction clients right now?

    Margret'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 Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California

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