Alan Fredrick Varner, Business Attorney in Encino, California
Over 46 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Creditor Rights, and Employment
AssociateatSylvester Oppenheim And Linde
Encino, CA
Practicing business in Encino since 1980.
- 46+
- Years practicing
- 7
- Bar admissions
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Alan Fredrick Varner is an associate based in Encino, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Creditor Rights, and Employment. Alan has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sylvester Oppenheim And Linde.
- Based in
- Encino, CA
- Experience
- over 46 years
- Known for
- Business · Creditor Rights · Employment
- Handles Business, Creditor Rights, and Employment matters from Encino, CA.
- Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Alan Fredrick Varner: Alan Fredrick Varner is an associate based in Encino, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Creditor Rights, and Employment. Alan has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sylvester Oppenheim And Linde.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Alan takes on
Alan concentrates on business, creditor rights, employment, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Alan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Employment
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Personal Injury
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Business cases in Encino, California
Alan takes business matters in Encino, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alan agrees to represent you.
Creditor Rights cases in Encino, California
Alan takes creditor rights matters in Encino, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alan agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Encino, California
Alan takes employment matters in Encino, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alan agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Encino, California
Alan takes litigation matters in Encino, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alan agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Encino, California
Alan takes personal injury matters in Encino, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Alan Fredrick Varner — business lawyer in Encino
Alan Fredrick Varner is an associate based in Encino, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Creditor Rights, and Employment. Alan has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sylvester Oppenheim And Linde.
Alan Fredrick Varner is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury, business and 3 other areas of law. Alan received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years. Alan practices at Sylvester, Oppenheim & Linde in Encino, CA.
Alan's approach to business cases
Alan Fredrick Varner is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury, business and 3 other areas of law. Alan received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years. Alan practices at Sylvester, Oppenheim & Linde in Encino, CA.
The kind of cases Alan takes
Alan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, creditor rights, and employment matters in Encino and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Southwestern University
J.D. · 1979
University of California at Los Angeles
B.A. · 1975
Jurisdictions
Alan's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
2002 · ACTIVE
Kansas
2000 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2000 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1989 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1987 · ACTIVE
California
1980 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1980 · ACTIVE
Alan studied at J.D. in Southwestern University and B.A. in University of California at Los Angeles.
Law school and academic background
Alan completed J.D. in Southwestern University and B.A. in University of California at Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Alan runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Alan's professional memberships and bar associations
Los Angeles County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California Association of Southern California Defense Counsel
membership
Locations
Alan Fredrick Varner's office in Encino
Alan's primary office is at 15910 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 1508, Encino, CA, 91436. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Sylvester Oppenheim And Linde
15910 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 1508
Encino, CA 91436
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How to hire Alan Fredrick Varner — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Alan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Alan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alan's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Alan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Encino, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Alan
Alan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Alan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Alan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Alan Fredrick Varner
How much does it cost to hire Alan for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Alan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Alan offer a free consultation?
Alan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alan's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Alan's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in California typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Alan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Alan take my case if I'm outside Encino?
Alan is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Alan will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Alan?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Alan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Alan accepting new business clients right now?
Alan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Encino, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
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