R.J. Pathroff

R.J. is a shareholder in Vogel Law Firm’s Bismarck office. R.J. helps his clients navigate all aspects of business-related disputes. He regularly litigates on behalf of his clients in state and federal courts and in arbitration, and is licensed to practice law in North Dakota, South Dakota, and Texas. R.J.’s clients come from a variety of industries, including construction, insurance, oil and gas, real estate, transportation, manufacturing, and environmental.

R.J. has developed a particular emphasis in problems involving construction projects, real estate, and disputes between owners of closely-held businesses. R.J. works hard to ensure his clients understand the litigation process and are involved in strategy and decision-making each step of the way. He is heavily involved in, and responsible for, all aspects of his cases, from initial client contact through the pre-trial discovery process, motion practice, oral argument, mediation, trial or arbitration, and appeal.

R.J. has established a track record of success for his clients in high-stakes disputes. He has skillfully handled disputes involving construction and design defects, OSHA, construction project payment issues and liens, property damage, ownership and control of closely-held business entities, breach of contract, negligence, breach of fiduciary duty, fraud, eminent domain, land partition, and political questions. In addition to his litigation practice, R.J. helps his construction industry clients draft and negotiat