Andrew MacFarlane Savage, Entertainment Attorney in Sunnyvale, California
Over 38 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, General, and Internet
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Sunnyvale, CA
Practicing entertainment in Sunnyvale since 1988.
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- Years practicing
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Andrew MacFarlane Savage is a yahoo based in Sunnyvale, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Internet. Andrew has over 38 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Sunnyvale, CA
- Experience
- over 38 years
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- Entertainment · General · Internet
- Handles Entertainment, General, and Internet matters from Sunnyvale, CA.
- Over 38 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Andrew MacFarlane Savage: Andrew MacFarlane Savage is a yahoo based in Sunnyvale, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Internet. Andrew has over 38 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Andrew takes on
Andrew concentrates on entertainment, general, internet, and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Andrew handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment
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General
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Internet
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Entertainment cases in Sunnyvale, California
Andrew takes entertainment matters in Sunnyvale, 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 Andrew agrees to represent you.
General cases in Sunnyvale, California
Andrew takes general matters in Sunnyvale, 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 Andrew agrees to represent you.
Internet cases in Sunnyvale, California
Andrew takes internet matters in Sunnyvale, 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 Andrew agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Sunnyvale, California
Andrew takes ip matters in Sunnyvale, 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 Andrew agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Andrew MacFarlane Savage — entertainment lawyer in Sunnyvale
Andrew MacFarlane Savage is a yahoo based in Sunnyvale, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Internet. Andrew has over 38 years of legal experience.
Andrew MacFarlane Savage is a lawyer practicing software licensing, high technology, internet transactions and 5 other areas of law. Andrew MacFarlane received a B.A. degree from Hamilton College in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years. Andrew MacFarlane practices in Sunnyvale, CA.
How Andrew handles entertainment matters
Andrew MacFarlane Savage is a lawyer practicing software licensing, high technology, internet transactions and 5 other areas of law. Andrew MacFarlane received a B.A. degree from Hamilton College in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years. Andrew MacFarlane practices in Sunnyvale, CA.
Who Andrew represents
Andrew reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, general, and internet matters in Sunnyvale and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Cincinnati College of Law
J.D. · 1988
Hamilton College
B.A. · 1985
Jurisdictions
Andrew's state bar admissions
California
2005 · ACTIVE
New York
1996 · ACTIVE
Illinois
1993 · ACTIVE
Hawaii
1990 · ACTIVE
Ohio
1988 · ACTIVE
Andrew studied at J.D. in University of Cincinnati College of Law and B.A. in Hamilton College.
Law school and academic background
Andrew completed J.D. in University of Cincinnati College of Law and B.A. in Hamilton College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Andrew runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Andrew MacFarlane Savage's office in Sunnyvale
Andrew's primary office is at 701 First Ave Bldg D, Sunnyvale, CA, 94089. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Andrew MacFarlane Savage — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Andrew usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Andrew charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Andrew'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; Andrew will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in Sunnyvale, 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 Andrew
Andrew 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. Andrew confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Andrew'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 Andrew MacFarlane Savage
How much does it cost to hire Andrew for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Andrew walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Andrew offer a free consultation?
Andrew charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Andrew's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Andrew'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. Andrew gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Andrew take my case if I'm outside Sunnyvale?
Andrew 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 — Andrew 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 Andrew?
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. Andrew will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Andrew accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Andrew's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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