Carla J. Grabarek
Construction Law
Construction Law
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Carla’s practice includes a wide variety of practice areas, including personal injury, liquor liability, premises liability, construction, transportation, commercial litigation, general liability, and employment litigation. Prior to joining Cosgrave Vergeer Kester LLP, Carla worked for a nationwide insurance defense firm and handled matters for a wide variety of clients, from large tech companies to local sole proprietorships, and then handled plaintiff-side work for two smaller firms. With extensive experience representing both plaintiffs and defendants, Carla has unique insight into the motivations and strategies both sides bring to the table in litigation.
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Brenda Gomez
When a serious injury on a commercial construction site left me facing mounting medical bills and a resistant general contractor, I was overwhelmed. My case involved intricate liability issues across multiple parties. From our first meeting, Carla Grabarek demonstrated a command of the details that was immediately reassuring. Her background in construction law, which I later learned is a recognized area of her expertise, was evident as she navigated the complex web of contracts and Oregon's premises liability statutes. She combined this deep knowledge with a genuine, personal approach, ensuring I understood every strategic decision. Carla and her team at Cosgrave Vergeer Kester were meticulous, professional, and tenacious throughout the litigation process. The positive settlement she secured far exceeded my expectations and has provided crucial stability for my family. I cannot recommend her highly enough for anyone needing a sharp, compassionate litigator in Portland.