Benson Yeager Douglas, General Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 26 years of legal practice · focused on General, Litigation, and Product Liability
PartneratLehrman Villegas Chinery Douglas Llp
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing general in Los Angeles since 2000.
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- Years practicing
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Benson Yeager Douglas is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on General, Litigation, and Product Liability. Benson has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lehrman Villegas Chinery Douglas Llp.
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- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 26 years
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- General · Litigation · Product Liability
- Handles General, Litigation, and Product Liability matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Benson Yeager Douglas: Benson Yeager Douglas is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on General, Litigation, and Product Liability. Benson has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lehrman Villegas Chinery Douglas Llp.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Benson Yeager Douglas
Benson concentrates on general, litigation, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Benson handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General
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Litigation
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Product Liability
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General cases in Los Angeles, California
Benson 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 Benson agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California
Benson 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 Benson agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Los Angeles, California
Benson takes product liability 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 Benson agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Benson Yeager Douglas — Over 26 years of California general experience
Benson Yeager Douglas is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on General, Litigation, and Product Liability. Benson has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lehrman Villegas Chinery Douglas Llp.
Benson Yeager Douglas is a lawyer practicing lawsuits & disputes, automotive liability defense, products liability. Benson received a B.A. degree from University of Kansas in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years. Benson practices at Lehrman, Villegas, Chinery & Douglas, LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
Working with Benson on a general matter
Benson Yeager Douglas is a lawyer practicing lawsuits & disputes, automotive liability defense, products liability. Benson received a B.A. degree from University of Kansas in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years. Benson practices at Lehrman, Villegas, Chinery & Douglas, LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
Who Benson represents
Benson reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, litigation, and product liability matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Benson Yeager Douglas's legal education and bar admissions
DePaul University
J.D. · 1999
University of Kansas
B.A. · 1996
Jurisdictions
Benson's state bar admissions
California
2000 · ACTIVE
Benson studied at J.D. in DePaul University and B.A. in University of Kansas.
Law school and academic background
Benson completed J.D. in DePaul University and B.A. in University of Kansas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Benson runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Benson's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of California
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Locations
Benson Yeager Douglas's office in Los Angeles
Benson's primary office is at 12121 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1300, Los Angeles, CA, 90025. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Lehrman Villegas Chinery Douglas Llp
12121 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1300
Los Angeles, CA 90025
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How to hire Benson Yeager Douglas — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Benson usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Benson charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Benson'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; Benson will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Benson
Benson discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Benson confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Benson's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Benson Yeager Douglas
How much does it cost to hire Benson for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Benson walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Benson offer a free consultation?
Benson charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Benson's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Benson's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in California typically take?
Simple general 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. Benson gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Benson take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Benson 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 — Benson 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 Benson?
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. Benson will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Benson accepting new general clients right now?
Benson's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
General attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Benson handles general matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified general attorneys in that community.
- 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
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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