Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo’s ability to thrive during the downturn in the California construction industry is a testament to its management success.

The 135-attorney firm based in the Los Angeles County city of Cerritos, Calif., is heavily focused on construction, which has been the core of its business model for 30 years. Still, it has maintained an array of practices, including litigation, labor and employment and education, the key in keeping it balanced.