Blase Dillingham

Blase Dillingham, Business Attorney in Los Angeles, California

Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Entertainment, and Environmental

Partner, Corporate & Finance, Capital MarketsatManatt Phelps And Phillips Llp

Los Angeles, CA

Practicing business in Los Angeles since 1976.

50+
Years practicing
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Blase Dillingham is a partner, corporate & finance, capital markets based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Entertainment, and Environmental. Blase has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Manatt Phelps And Phillips Llp.

Based in
Los Angeles, CA
Experience
over 50 years
Known for
Business · Entertainment · Environmental
  • Handles Business, Entertainment, and Environmental matters from Los Angeles, CA.
  • Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Blase Dillingham: Blase Dillingham is a partner, corporate & finance, capital markets based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Entertainment, and Environmental. Blase has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Manatt Phelps And Phillips Llp.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Blase takes on

Blase concentrates on business, entertainment, environmental, general, and international. Each area below outlines the kind of case Blase handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Los Angeles, California

Blase takes business 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 Blase agrees to represent you.

Entertainment cases in Los Angeles, California

Blase 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 Blase agrees to represent you.

Environmental cases in Los Angeles, California

Blase takes environmental 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 Blase agrees to represent you.

General cases in Los Angeles, California

Blase 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 Blase agrees to represent you.

International cases in Los Angeles, California

Blase takes international 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 Blase agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Blase Dillingham — business lawyer in Los Angeles

Blase Dillingham is a partner, corporate & finance, capital markets based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Entertainment, and Environmental. Blase has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Manatt Phelps And Phillips Llp.

Blase Dillingham is a lawyer practicing capital markets, corporate & finance, digital media and 5 other areas of law. Blase received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1968, and has been licensed for 50 years. Blase practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in Los Angeles, CA.

Working with Blase on a business matter

Blase Dillingham is a lawyer practicing capital markets, corporate & finance, digital media and 5 other areas of law. Blase received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1968, and has been licensed for 50 years. Blase practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in Los Angeles, CA.

Who Blase represents

Blase reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, entertainment, and environmental matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Southern California Law School J.D. 1976 Member University of Southern California Law School J.D. University of Southern California Law Center Law Review

  • Stanford University

    B.A. Vanderbilt · 1968

Jurisdictions

Blase's state bar admissions

  • California

    1976 · ACTIVE

Blase studied at — in University of Southern California Law School J.D. 1976 Member University of Southern California Law School J.D. University of Southern California Law Center Law Review and B.A. Vanderbilt in Stanford University.

Law school and academic background

Blase completed — in University of Southern California Law School J.D. 1976 Member University of Southern California Law School J.D. University of Southern California Law Center Law Review and B.A. Vanderbilt in Stanford University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Blase runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Blase's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Memberships & Activities Member, State Bar of California, Corporations, International and Antitrust Sections

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  • Member, American Bar Association, Corporate, International and Antitrust Sections

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  • Member, Los Angeles County Bar Association

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Locations

Blase Dillingham's office in Los Angeles

Blase's primary office is at Trident Center, East Tower, 11355 West Olympic Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, 90064. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Manatt Phelps And Phillips Llp

Trident Center, East Tower, 11355 West Olympic Boulevard

Los Angeles, CA 90064

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Hiring guide

How to hire Blase Dillingham — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Blase usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Blase charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Blase'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; Blase will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Los Angeles, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Blase

Blase discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business 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. Blase confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Blase's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Blase Dillingham

  • How much does it cost to hire Blase for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Blase walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Blase offer a free consultation?

    Blase charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Blase's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Blase's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in California typically take?

    Simple business 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. Blase gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Blase take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?

    Blase 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 — Blase 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 Blase?

    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. Blase will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Blase accepting new business clients right now?

    Blase'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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