Walnut Creek, CALIF., November 17, 2011 – Archer Norris announced today that Brian Merges joined its Los Angeles office as Special Counsel in its Insurance, Litigation, and Real Estate, Land Use and Construction groups. His practice primarily focuses on defending developers, builders, subcontractors, and project managers from claims of construction deficiencies, breach of contract, and other tort claims. He also has significant experience in litigating business disputes and defending product defect claims.

“An experienced litigator, Brian is an asset to our Los Angeles office and its growing presence in Southern California,” explained managing partner Gene Blackard. “Brian’s tenacity and thorough understanding of the legal landscape is just what our clients expect from Archer Norris.”

“I am excited for the opportunities Archer Norris has to offer,” said Merges. “The firm has proven to be a litigation powerhouse in California and beyond, providing the top-notch legal counsel clients need to succeed.”

Formerly a partner at Sabaitis O’Callaghan LLP, he is a member of the Los Angles County and Pasadena bar associations. Merges received his J.D. from Northeastern University School of Law, in 2002 and his B.S. from Boston College in 1997.

About Archer Norris

Archer Norris, a Professional Law Corporation, is headquartered in Walnut Creek, with more than 100 attorneys and offices in Newport Beach, Los Angeles and Sacramento, California. The firm counsels clients in complex litigation, insurance coverage, bad faith litigation, business, health care, public entity, environmental, and real estate transactions.

For more information about the firm, please contact Jann Dudley at 925.952.5406 or visit the Archer Norris website at www.archernorris.com.