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Bruce D. Andelson, Business Attorney in Los Angeles, California

focused on Business and Family Law

Los Angeles, CA

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Bruce D. Andelson is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Business and Family Law.

Based in
Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA
Experience
attorney
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Business · Family Law
  • Handles Business and Family Law matters from Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law (Los Angeles) (2020).

About Bruce D. Andelson: Bruce D. Andelson is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Business and Family Law.

Areas of practice

Bruce's practice areas in Los Angeles

Bruce concentrates on business and family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Bruce handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Los Angeles, California

Bruce 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 Bruce agrees to represent you.

Family Law cases in Los Angeles, California

Bruce takes family law 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 Bruce agrees to represent you.

Biography

Bruce D. Andelson, business attorney serving Los Angeles

Bruce D. Andelson is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Business and Family Law. Bruce works from Los Angeles, California and takes on business matters across the region.

Bruce D. Andelson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law and Corporate Law.

Bruce D., who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2013. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Bruce D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

How Bruce handles business matters

Bruce D. Andelson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law and Corporate Law. Bruce D., who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2013. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Bruce D. is held by other top lawyers in the same…

Who Bruce represents

Bruce reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and family law matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Bruce studied and practices

  • Stanford University

    J.D. · 1974

Bruce studied at J.D. in Stanford University.

Law school and academic background

Bruce completed J.D. in Stanford University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Bruce runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Bruce's legal honors and published work

Bruce has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law (Los Angeles)

    2020

  • Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law (Los Angeles) (2020). Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026).

Locations

Bruce D. Andelson's office in Los Angeles

Bruce's primary office is at 2049 Century Park East, Suite 2600, Los Angeles, California, 90067. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

2049 Century Park East, Suite 2600

Los Angeles, California 90067

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Hiring guide

How to hire Bruce D. Andelson — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Bruce charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bruce'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; Bruce 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 Bruce

Bruce 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. Bruce confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Bruce'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 Bruce D. Andelson

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

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

  • Does Bruce offer a free consultation?

    Bruce charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bruce's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Bruce'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. Bruce gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

    Bruce 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 — Bruce 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 Bruce?

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

  • Is Bruce accepting new business clients right now?

    Bruce'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 Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California

Bruce handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.

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