Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani welcomes Phil Barilovits as a Partner in the firm’s Sacramento office. He strengthens the Commercial Litigation practice, bolstering the firm’s presence in California.
Barilovits has more than 20 years of experience representing clients in litigation and commercial transactions. He has argued before California state and federal trial courts, as well as state and federal appellate courts and has taken lead roles in all phases of the litigation process, including pre-suit investigations, negotiations, dispositive motions practice, trials, and appeals.
“GRSM’s reputation for excellence in commercial litigation is what drew me to the firm. I am excited to be a part of such a successful team,” said Barilovits.
In his maritime practice, he has represented clients in cases arising both domestically and internationally, involving major maritime casualty, property ownership disputes, and personal injury. He provides advice and counseling on complex statutory and regulatory systems, as well as compliance with international conventions and treaties.
Barilovits is admitted to practice in California, the U.S. District Court for the Northern, Southern, Eastern, and Central Districts of California, the California Supreme Court, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. He earned his law degree from Harvard University and his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Berkeley.
GRSM has built a sterling reputation for its adept handling of multi-party and complex claims across all areas of commercial law. Our lawyers have a proven track record, having tried or arbitrated bet-the-company cases in nearly every industry and profession. We are a firm that thrives in the courtroom, with a history of handling multiple consecutive complex matters and lengthy trials. Our reputation allows our clients to project strength, undeterred by the prospect of trial. Our extensive industry experience equips us with the knowledge to effectively present even the most intricate cases to judges, juries, and mediators.
The Sacramento team works closely with GRSM attorneys nationwide, leveraging the firm’s expansive 50-state platform to deliver comprehensive legal solutions for our clients.
Learn more about GRSM’s Sacramento office and the exciting opportunities available in California and across the country.