The results you demand. The attention you desire. The value you deserve.

At the San Diego law firm of Goode, Hemme & Barger, outstanding legal service is our business.
We bring you exceptional and cost-effective legal solutions in the areas of business, real estate,
estate planning and multiple complementary specialties.

Meet Our Legal Experts

Unsurpassed Service. Unparalleled Expertise.

Real Estate

Many of our attorneys have been real estate investors themselves, giving us real-world insight into the needs of our clients.
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Business

If you own a business, you need a law firm that you can trust, that will never lose sight of the bottom line: helping you succeed.
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Estate Planning, Probate & Trust Administration

Our experts make this often-complicated process as easy as possible, so you can enjoy what really matters: your family and future.
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Mediation

With our facilitative and evaluative approach to real estate mediation, we’ll help you reach a resolution quickly.
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Construction Law

You’ve built something worthwhile — let us handle your construction-related disputes to keep your projects on solid ground.
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Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant disputes can be complex, requiring quick action. We’ll help you achieve results you need, whichever side you’re on.
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Employment

Understanding your rights as an employer or employee can be daunting. We’ll help you create and maintain an ideal workplace.
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Collections

Are you owed money and not being paid? Our attorneys are skilled at enforcing your right to payment with cost-effective solutions.
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For us, business is personal.

At Goode, Hemme & Barger, we believe every client deserves a legal experience that is truly personal – that’s why we are dedicated to guiding our clients with honesty and compassion.
We take the worry and confusion out of the legal process, explaining it simply and without overcomplicated legal jargon. We also make sure to be totally available to our clients,
delivering extraordinary results at an amazing value.

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Meet San Diego’s Top Attorneys

Thomas B. Goode
Phone: 858-587-3555
Thomas B. Goode is a founding partner highly experienced in real estate law and a particularly effective mediator.

Thomas B. Goode, Esq.

Cofounder and Partner

Phone: 858-587-3555
Jerry D. Hemme is a founding partner, with extraordinary expertise in resolving business and real estate disputes.

Jerry D. Hemme

Cofounder and Managing Partner

Phone: 858-587-3555
Danielle P. Barger is an outstanding certified specialist in Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Administration.

Danielle P. Barger

Partner

Phone: 858-587-3555
Dani L. Battiest offers exceptional services in Estate Planning and Business Law.

Dani L. Battiest

Attorney

Phone: 858-587-3555
Amanda-Dawn Natalia is known for her work in Business Law, Estate Planning, and Trust Administration.

Amanda-Dawn Natalia

Attorney

Phone: 858-587-3555
John C. Demas utilizes his experience in Real Estate Law, Estate Planning and Trust Administration.

John C. Demas

Attorney

Phone: 858-587-3555
Kate Langmore offers exceptional services in Estate Planning.

Kate Langmore

Attorney

Phone: 619-741-9652
Gary M. Laturno serves as ‘Of Counsel’, and is an expert in both negotiation and Alternative Dispute Resolution.

Gary M. Laturno

Of Counsel

Phone: 858-587-3555
Melissa H. Lum acts as general counsel to businesses, assisting in strategic planning and risk management.

Melissa H. Lum

Attorney

Phone: 858-587-3555
John Malki is an expert Real Estate attorney with years of experience as a California-licensed broker.

John Malki

Attorney

Always professional, always within reach.

We’re proud to make ourselves available to clients, day or night.
Contact us at (858) 587-3555 Monday-Friday: 8:30am to 5:30pm to speak with someone on our qualified team.
To reach us after business hours please call (619) 302-3700.

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A PARTNERSHIP YOU CAN TRUST.

I have worked with the law firm of Goode, Hemme & Barger for over 20 years. The firm has grown and developed to become one of the leading real estate law firms in Southern California. The attorneys at Goode, Hemme & Barger are experienced, knowledgeable, caring and passionate advocates for their clients. I recommend them highly and often.

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Brokering Peace of Mind.

Using a unique approach, Thomas has worked tirelessly and successfully to find practical, personal solutions in every case he mediates.

In mediation, you don’t need just any resolution, you need the right resolution. And Thomas B. Goode is the mediator to get you there.

Our Mediation Services