Alan Nakazawa, ADR Attorney in Long Beach, California
Over 48 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Environmental · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratCogswell Nakazawa And Chang
Long Beach, CA
Practicing adr in Long Beach since 1978.
- 48+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Alan Nakazawa is a partner based in Long Beach, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Environmental. Alan has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cogswell Nakazawa And Chang. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Long Beach, CA
- Experience
- over 48 years
- Known for
- ADR · Business · Environmental
- Handles ADR, Business, and Environmental matters from Long Beach, CA.
- Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Alan Nakazawa: Alan Nakazawa is a partner based in Long Beach, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Environmental. Alan has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cogswell Nakazawa And Chang. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Alan takes on
Alan concentrates on adr, business, environmental, international, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Alan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Business
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Environmental
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Maritime
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ADR cases in Long Beach, California
Alan takes adr matters in Long Beach, 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.
Business cases in Long Beach, California
Alan takes business matters in Long Beach, 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.
Environmental cases in Long Beach, California
Alan takes environmental matters in Long Beach, 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.
International cases in Long Beach, California
Alan takes international matters in Long Beach, 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 Long Beach, California
Alan takes litigation matters in Long Beach, 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 Nakazawa — adr lawyer in Long Beach
Alan Nakazawa is a partner based in Long Beach, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Environmental. Alan has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cogswell Nakazawa And Chang. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Alan Nakazawa is a lawyer practicing maritime law, transportation and international law, commercial transactions and litigation and 3 other areas of law. Alan received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years. Alan practices at Cogswell Nakazawa & Chang in Long Beach, CA.
Alan's approach to adr cases
Alan Nakazawa is a lawyer practicing maritime law, transportation and international law, commercial transactions and litigation and 3 other areas of law. Alan received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years. Alan practices at Cogswell Nakazawa & Chang in Long Beach, CA.
The kind of cases Alan takes
Alan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and environmental matters in Long Beach and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Southern California
J.D. · 1978
Yale University
B.A. · 1974
Jurisdictions
Alan's state bar admissions
California U.S. Dist
1978 · ACTIVE
Alan studied at J.D. in University of Southern California and B.A. in Yale University.
Law school and academic background
Alan completed J.D. in University of Southern California and B.A. in Yale University. 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
Recognition and thought leadership
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
State Bar of California Maritime Law Association of the United States (Proctor Member) Yale Alumni Association
membership
Locations
Alan Nakazawa's office in Long Beach
Alan's primary office is at 444 W. Ocean Blvd., Ste. 1250, Long Beach, CA, 90802-8131. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Cogswell Nakazawa And Chang
444 W. Ocean Blvd., Ste. 1250
Long Beach, CA 90802-8131
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Client reviews of Alan Nakazawa — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Alan Nakazawa — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr 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 adr attorney in Long Beach, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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 adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Alan Nakazawa
How much does it cost to hire Alan for a adr 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 adr attorneys offer free consults — check Alan's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in California typically take?
Simple adr 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 Long Beach?
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 adr 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
ADR attorneys serving Long Beach, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Alan handles adr matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr attorneys in that community.
- Long Beach2,212 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- 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
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