
Gary A. Bague, Construction Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 46 years of legal practice · focused on Construction, Health Care, and Insurance · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatHaight Brown & Bonesteel, LLP
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing construction in Los Angeles since 1980.
- 46+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Gary A. Bague is a member based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Construction, Health Care, and Insurance. Gary has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Haight Brown & Bonesteel, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 46 years
- Known for
- Construction · Health Care · Insurance
- Handles Construction, Health Care, and Insurance matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Gary A. Bague: Gary A. Bague is a member based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Construction, Health Care, and Insurance. Gary has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Haight Brown & Bonesteel, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Gary A. Bague
Gary concentrates on construction, health care, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gary handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Construction
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Construction cases in Los Angeles, California
Gary 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 Gary agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Los Angeles, California
Gary takes health care 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 Gary agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Los Angeles, California
Gary 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 Gary agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Gary A. Bague — Over 46 years of California construction experience
Gary A. Bague is a member based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Construction, Health Care, and Insurance. Gary has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Haight Brown & Bonesteel, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Gary A. Bague is a lawyer practicing construction defects, construction law, health care and 3 other areas of law. Gary received a B.S. degree from California State University at Los Angeles in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years. Gary practices at Haight Brown & Bonesteel, LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
How Gary handles construction matters
Gary A. Bague is a lawyer practicing construction defects, construction law, health care and 3 other areas of law. Gary received a B.S. degree from California State University at Los Angeles in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years. Gary practices at Haight Brown & Bonesteel, LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
The kind of cases Gary takes
Gary reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction, health care, and insurance matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Gary A. Bague's legal education and bar admissions
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
J.D. · 1980
California State University at Los Angeles
B.S. · 1977
Jurisdictions
Gary's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1986 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1986 · ACTIVE
California
1980 · ACTIVE
Gary studied at J.D. in Hastings College of the Law, University of California and B.S. in California State University at Los Angeles.
Law school and academic background
Gary completed J.D. in Hastings College of the Law, University of California and B.S. in California State University at Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Gary runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Gary A. Bague
Gary has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Gary A. Bague's office in Los Angeles
Gary's primary office is at 555 South Flower Street, Fourty-Fifth Floor, Los Angeles, CA, 90071. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Haight Brown & Bonesteel, LLP
555 South Flower Street, Fourty-Fifth Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90071
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Client reviews of Gary A. Bague — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Gary. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing construction attorneys in Los Angeles.
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How to hire Gary A. Bague — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Gary usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Gary charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gary'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; Gary 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 Gary
Gary 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. Gary confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Gary'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 Gary A. Bague
How much does it cost to hire Gary for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Gary walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Gary offer a free consultation?
Gary charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gary's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Gary'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. Gary gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Gary take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Gary 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 — Gary 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 Gary?
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. Gary will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Gary accepting new construction clients right now?
Gary'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
Gary handles construction matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified construction attorneys in that community.
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 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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