Jon Evan Taylor, Construction Attorney in San Diego, California
Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on Construction, General, and Landlord/Tenant
Dep. City Atty.
San Diego, CA
Practicing construction in San Diego since 1991.
- 35+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Jon Evan Taylor is a dep. city atty. based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Construction, General, and Landlord/Tenant. Jon has over 35 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- San Diego, CA
- Experience
- over 35 years
- Known for
- Construction · General · Landlord/Tenant
- Handles Construction, General, and Landlord/Tenant matters from San Diego, CA.
- Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Jon Evan Taylor: Jon Evan Taylor is a dep. city atty. based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Construction, General, and Landlord/Tenant. Jon has over 35 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Jon Evan Taylor
Jon concentrates on construction, general, landlord/tenant, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jon handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Construction
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General
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Landlord/Tenant
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Personal Injury
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Construction cases in San Diego, California
Jon 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 Jon agrees to represent you.
General cases in San Diego, California
Jon 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 Jon agrees to represent you.
Landlord/Tenant cases in San Diego, California
Jon takes landlord/tenant 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 Jon agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in San Diego, California
Jon takes personal injury 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 Jon agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Jon Evan Taylor — Over 35 years of California construction experience
Jon Evan Taylor is a dep. city atty. based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Construction, General, and Landlord/Tenant. Jon has over 35 years of legal experience.
Jon Evan Taylor is a lawyer practicing bodily injury, construction defects, landlord-tenant and 1 other area of law. Jon received a B.A. degree from University of California, Santa Barbara in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years. Jon practices in San Diego, CA.
How Jon handles construction matters
Jon Evan Taylor is a lawyer practicing bodily injury, construction defects, landlord-tenant and 1 other area of law. Jon received a B.A. degree from University of California, Santa Barbara in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years. Jon practices in San Diego, CA.
The kind of cases Jon takes
Jon reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction, general, and landlord/tenant matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Jon Evan Taylor's legal education and bar admissions
Whittier College School of Law
J.D. · 1991
University of California, Santa Barbara
B.A. · 1986
Jurisdictions
Jon's state bar admissions
California
1991 · ACTIVE
Jon studied at J.D. in Whittier College School of Law and B.A. in University of California, Santa Barbara.
Law school and academic background
Jon completed J.D. in Whittier College School of Law and B.A. in University of California, Santa Barbara. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jon runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Jon Evan Taylor's office in San Diego
Jon's primary office is at 1200 3rd Ave Ste 1100, San Diego, CA, 92101-4100. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Jon Evan Taylor — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jon usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jon charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jon'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; Jon 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 Jon
Jon 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. Jon confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jon'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 Jon Evan Taylor
How much does it cost to hire Jon for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jon walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jon offer a free consultation?
Jon charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jon's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Jon'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. Jon gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jon take my case if I'm outside San Diego?
Jon 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 — Jon 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 Jon?
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. Jon will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jon accepting new construction clients right now?
Jon'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
Jon 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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