
Alan K. Steinbrecher, Business Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 49 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Class Action, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratSteinbrecher And Span Llp
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing business in Los Angeles since 1977.
- 49+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Alan K. Steinbrecher is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and General. Alan has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Steinbrecher And Span Llp. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 49 years
- Known for
- Business · Class Action · General
- Handles Business, Class Action, and General matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 49 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Alan K. Steinbrecher: Alan K. Steinbrecher is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and General. Alan has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Steinbrecher And Span Llp. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Alan K. Steinbrecher
Alan concentrates on business, class action, general, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Alan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Business cases in Los Angeles, California
Alan takes business matters in Los Angeles, 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.
Class Action cases in Los Angeles, California
Alan takes class action matters in Los Angeles, 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.
General cases in Los Angeles, California
Alan takes general matters in Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, California
Alan takes litigation matters in Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, California
Alan takes personal injury matters in Los Angeles, 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
About Alan K. Steinbrecher — Over 49 years of California business experience
Alan K. Steinbrecher is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and General. Alan has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Steinbrecher And Span Llp. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Alan Steinbrecher has over thirty years of litigation experience, with particular emphasis in business, product liability and aviation litigation but with experience in real estate, employment and partnership disputes as well. He is a 1977 graduate of Duke University School of Law, where he was an editor of the Duke Law Journal and a member of the Moot Court Board, and a 1968 graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Mr. Steinbrecher has been the lead trial attorney in numerous federal and state court jury and bench trials, as well as commercial, real estate, partnership and international business arbitrations. Mr. Steinbrecher has also represented airline and aircraft manufacturers in a variety of cases, including defending claims arising from air crashes. He has a unique expertise in representing airlines during National Transportation Safety Board accident investigations, during both the on-site and technical phases. Mr. Steinbrecher is a former United States Navy fighter pilot with 177 combat missions flown during the Vietnam War. He retired as a Captain in the United States Naval Reserve.
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Alan Steinbrecher has over thirty years of litigation experience, with particular emphasis in business, product liability and aviation litigation but with experience in real estate, employment and partnership disputes as well. He is a 1977 graduate of Duke University School of Law, where he was an editor of the Duke Law Journal and a member of the Moot Court Board, and a 1968 graduate of the…
Clients Alan works with
Alan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, class action, and general matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Alan K. Steinbrecher's legal education and bar admissions
Duke University
J.D. · 1977
University of North Carolina
A.B. · 1968
Jurisdictions
Alan's state bar admissions
New York
1991 · ACTIVE
California
1977 · ACTIVE
Alan studied at J.D. in Duke University and A.B. in University of North Carolina.
Law school and academic background
Alan completed J.D. in Duke University and A.B. in University of North Carolina. 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.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Alan K. Steinbrecher
Alan has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Alan's professional memberships and bar associations
He was President of LACBA for the 2010-2011 term, and a Lawyer Representative to the Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference
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He is also a past President of San Marino Schools Foundation and San Marino Little League, Vice President of the Board of Trustees of Polytechnic School, Senior Warden of St
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Edmunds Episcopal Church and the Parents Committee of the University of Virginia
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In 2018, Mr
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Steinbrecher was appointed by the California Supreme Court to serve as Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees of the State Bar of California
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Locations
Alan K. Steinbrecher's office in Los Angeles
Alan's primary office is at 445 S. Figueroa Street, Suite 2350, Los Angeles, CA, 90071. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Steinbrecher And Span Llp
445 S. Figueroa Street, Suite 2350
Los Angeles, CA 90071
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Client reviews of Alan K. Steinbrecher — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Alan K. Steinbrecher — 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 Los Angeles, 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 K. Steinbrecher
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 Los Angeles?
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 Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Alan handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
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- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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