Alex M Weingarten, Entertainment Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 27 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, IP, and Litigation
PartneratVenable LLP
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing entertainment in Los Angeles since 1999.
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Alex M Weingarten is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, IP, and Litigation. Alex has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Venable LLP.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 27 years
- Known for
- Entertainment · IP · Litigation
- Handles Entertainment, IP, and Litigation matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 27 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Alex M Weingarten: Alex M Weingarten is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, IP, and Litigation. Alex has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Venable LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Alex takes on
Alex concentrates on entertainment, ip, litigation, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Alex handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment
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IP
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Litigation
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Entertainment cases in Los Angeles, California
Alex takes entertainment 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 Alex agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Los Angeles, California
Alex takes ip 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 Alex agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California
Alex 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 Alex agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Los Angeles, California
Alex takes real estate 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 Alex agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Alex M Weingarten — entertainment lawyer in Los Angeles
Alex M Weingarten is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, IP, and Litigation. Alex has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Venable LLP.
Alex M Weingarten is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, litigation, intellectual property law and 3 other areas of law. Alex received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years. Alex practices at Venable LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
Alex's approach to entertainment cases
Alex M Weingarten is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, litigation, intellectual property law and 3 other areas of law. Alex received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years. Alex practices at Venable LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
Clients Alex works with
Alex reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, ip, and litigation matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Georgetown University Law Center
J.D. · 1999
University of California, Berkeley
B.A. · 1996
Jurisdictions
Alex's state bar admissions
California
1999 · ACTIVE
Alex studied at J.D. in Georgetown University Law Center and B.A. in University of California, Berkeley.
Law school and academic background
Alex completed J.D. in Georgetown University Law Center and B.A. in University of California, Berkeley. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Alex runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Alex M Weingarten's office in Los Angeles
Alex's primary office is at 2049 Century Park East, Suite 2100, Los Angeles, CA, 90067. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Alex M Weingarten — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Alex usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Alex charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alex'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; Alex will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment 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 Alex
Alex discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in entertainment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every entertainment 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. Alex confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Alex's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many entertainment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Alex M Weingarten
How much does it cost to hire Alex for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Alex walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Alex offer a free consultation?
Alex charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alex's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Alex's current terms during booking.
How long do entertainment cases in California typically take?
Simple entertainment 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. Alex gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Alex take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Alex 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 — Alex 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 Alex?
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. Alex will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Alex accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Alex's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Entertainment attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
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