Mr. Rick Rivera
CBM1
11777 San Vicente Blvd #800
Los Angeles, CA 90049
Los Angeles, CA 90049
Mobile: 310-365-4748
Office: 310-231-5201
Office: 310-231-5201
Introduction
Commercial property management and brokerage expert in Southern California for over 30 years. President and CEO of CBM, overseeing 11 million square feet, thousands of tenants, several hundred landlord clients, dozens of property managers, and leasing agents. Board Member of CAM Property Services, a provider of facility and property services throughout California. Broker of record for more than 300 leasing and sales transactions annually.
Please see CV for more extensive information.
Areas of Expertise
- Commercial Real Estate
- Landlord/Tenant
- Premises Liability
- Property Management
- Real Estate Broker
- Real Estate Leasing
- Real Estate Malpractice
- Residential Real Estate
- Restaurants
- Retail Real Estate
- Slip, Trip & Fall
Expert Background
- Q: Please list your professional accreditations, degrees, licenses, and certificates granted:
- A: June 1989
Bachelor of Arts in Humanities (Ethics) • Menlo College
Licensed California Real Estate Broker • DRE#01073139
- Q: Please list your affiliations or memberships in any professional and/or industry organizations:
- A: ICSC Member
- Q: Have any of your accreditations ever been investigated, suspended or removed? (if yes, explain)
- A: Never
- Q: On how many occasions have you been retained as an expert?
- A: Over 25 times
- Q: For what area(s) of expertise have you been retained as an expert?
- A: Premises Liability
Standard of Care Duties
Customs and Practices
Landlord Vs. Tenant Disputes
Mismanagement Claims
Landlord Vs. Broker Disputes Partnership Conflicts
Dual Agency + Conflict of Interest
- Q: In what percentage of your cases were you retained by the plaintiff?
- A: About 50%
- Q: In what percentage of your cases were you retained by the defendant?
- A: About 50%
- Q: On how many occasions have you had your deposition taken?
- A: Over 10
- Q: When was the last time you had your deposition taken?
- A: 12/2024
- Q: For how many years have you worked with the legal industry as an expert?
- A: Since 2022
- Q: What services do you offer? (E.g.: consulting, testing, reports, site inspections etc.)
- A: Property Management Operations
Common Area Maintenance
Risk Management
Real Estate Investments
Lease Transaction Oversight Landlord+Tenant Representation
Lease Administration/Compliance
- Q: What is your hourly rate to consult with an attorney?
- A: $550
References
References upon request.