Anthony N Kling, Entertainment Attorney in Santa Monica, California
Over 28 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, General, and IP
MemberatKling Law Firm
Santa Monica, CA
Practicing entertainment in Santa Monica since 1998.
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- Years practicing
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Anthony N Kling is a member based in Santa Monica, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and IP. Anthony has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kling Law Firm.
- Based in
- Santa Monica, CA
- Experience
- over 28 years
- Known for
- Entertainment · General · IP
- Handles Entertainment, General, and IP matters from Santa Monica, CA.
- Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Anthony N Kling: Anthony N Kling is a member based in Santa Monica, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and IP. Anthony has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kling Law Firm.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Anthony takes on
Anthony concentrates on entertainment, general, ip, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Anthony handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment
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General
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IP
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Entertainment cases in Santa Monica, California
Anthony takes entertainment matters in Santa Monica, 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 Anthony agrees to represent you.
General cases in Santa Monica, California
Anthony takes general matters in Santa Monica, 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 Anthony agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Santa Monica, California
Anthony takes ip matters in Santa Monica, 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 Anthony agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Santa Monica, California
Anthony takes litigation matters in Santa Monica, 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 Anthony agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Anthony N Kling — entertainment lawyer in Santa Monica
Anthony N Kling is a member based in Santa Monica, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and IP. Anthony has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kling Law Firm.
Anthony N Kling is a lawyer practicing entertainment and the arts, intellectual property, litigation and 1 other area of law. Anthony received a M.B.A. degree from Columbia Business School in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years. Anthony practices at Kling Law Firm in Santa Monica, CA.
Working with Anthony on a entertainment matter
Anthony N Kling is a lawyer practicing entertainment and the arts, intellectual property, litigation and 1 other area of law. Anthony received a M.B.A. degree from Columbia Business School in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years. Anthony practices at Kling Law Firm in Santa Monica, CA.
Clients Anthony works with
Anthony reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, general, and ip matters in Santa Monica and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Loyola Law School
J.D. · 1998
Columbia Business School
M.B.A. Columbia · 1993
Jurisdictions
Anthony's state bar admissions
California
1998 · ACTIVE
Anthony studied at J.D. in Loyola Law School and M.B.A. Columbia in Columbia Business School.
Law school and academic background
Anthony completed J.D. in Loyola Law School and M.B.A. Columbia in Columbia Business School. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Anthony runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Anthony N Kling's office in Santa Monica
Anthony's primary office is at 3123 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, 90404. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Anthony N Kling — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Anthony usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Anthony charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Anthony'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; Anthony will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in Santa Monica, 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 Anthony
Anthony 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. Anthony confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Anthony'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 Anthony N Kling
How much does it cost to hire Anthony for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Anthony walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Anthony offer a free consultation?
Anthony charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Anthony's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Anthony'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. Anthony gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Anthony take my case if I'm outside Santa Monica?
Anthony 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 — Anthony 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 Anthony?
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. Anthony will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Anthony accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Anthony'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 Santa Monica, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Anthony handles entertainment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified entertainment attorneys in that community.
- Santa Monica2,756 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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