
Brian H Chun, Business Attorney in Oakland, California
Over 25 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Civil Rights, and Employment
AssociateatLafayette & Kumagai LLP
Oakland, CA
Practicing business in Oakland since 2001.
- 25+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
Are you Brian H Chun?
This profile was built from public bar records and is still unclaimed. Claim it free to control your photo, bio, and fees — and get client inquiries sent straight to you.
Quick answer
Brian H Chun is an associate based in Oakland, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and Employment. Brian has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lafayette & Kumagai LLP.
- Based in
- Oakland, CA
- Experience
- over 25 years
- Known for
- Business · Civil Rights · Employment
- Handles Business, Civil Rights, and Employment matters from Oakland, CA.
- Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Brian H Chun: Brian H Chun is an associate based in Oakland, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and Employment. Brian has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lafayette & Kumagai LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Brian H Chun
Brian concentrates on business, civil rights, employment, litigation, and sexual harassment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
View other Business attorneys
Civil Rights
View other Civil Rights attorneys
Employment
View other Employment attorneys
Litigation
View other Litigation attorneys
Sexual Harassment
View other Sexual Harassment attorneys
Business cases in Oakland, California
Brian takes business matters in Oakland, 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 Brian agrees to represent you.
Civil Rights cases in Oakland, California
Brian takes civil rights matters in Oakland, 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 Brian agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Oakland, California
Brian takes employment matters in Oakland, 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 Brian agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Oakland, California
Brian takes litigation matters in Oakland, 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 Brian agrees to represent you.
Sexual Harassment cases in Oakland, California
Brian takes sexual harassment matters in Oakland, 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 Brian agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Brian H Chun — Over 25 years of California business experience
Brian H Chun is an associate based in Oakland, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and Employment. Brian has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lafayette & Kumagai LLP.
Mr. Brian H Chun is a lawyer practicing employment law, business litigation, commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law. Brian received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1997, and has been licensed for 25 years. Brian practices at Lafayette & Kumagai LLP in Oakland, CA.
Working with Brian on a business matter
Mr. Brian H Chun is a lawyer practicing employment law, business litigation, commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law. Brian received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1997, and has been licensed for 25 years. Brian practices at Lafayette & Kumagai LLP in Oakland, CA.
Clients Brian works with
Brian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, civil rights, and employment matters in Oakland and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Brian H Chun's legal education and bar admissions
Northwestern University
J.D. · 2001
Stanford University
A.B. Philosophy · 1997
Jurisdictions
Brian's state bar admissions
California U.S. Dist
2001 · ACTIVE
Brian studied at J.D. in Northwestern University and A.B. Philosophy in Stanford University.
Law school and academic background
Brian completed J.D. in Northwestern University and A.B. Philosophy in Stanford University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brian runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Brian's professional memberships and bar associations
Bar Association of San Francisco Asian American Bar Association Korean American Bar Association
membership
Locations
Brian H Chun's office in Oakland
Brian's primary office is at 1300 Clay Street, Suite 810, Oakland, CA, 94612. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Brian H Chun
Brian has not yet collected verified client reviews on LawyersListed. Reviews here are all from confirmed clients; anonymous ratings are moderated out.
No reviews yet
Only verified clients who have consulted with Brian H Chun can leave a review.
Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Brian H Chun — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Brian usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Brian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian'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; Brian will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Oakland, 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 Brian
Brian 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. Brian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Brian'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 Brian H Chun
How much does it cost to hire Brian for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Brian walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Brian offer a free consultation?
Brian charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Brian'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. Brian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Brian take my case if I'm outside Oakland?
Brian 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 — Brian 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 Brian?
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. Brian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Brian accepting new business clients right now?
Brian's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Oakland, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Brian handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
More counsel
Other top-rated business attorneys in California
If Brian's intake is full or the fit isn't right, these business attorneys in Oakland handle similar matters. Every profile below is verified and open to consultations.
Douglas MacMillan Borthwick
Santa Ana, California
5.0· 118

David Payab, Esq.
Woodland Hills, California
5.0· 108

Jonathan P. Brian
Garden Grove, California
5.0· 74

Bobby B. Saadian, Esq.
Los Angeles, California
5.0· 52

Steven A. Kronenberg
San Francisco, California
5.0· 43

Michael Brett Abramson
San Diego, California
5.0· 39