Cathy Yacoub, Entertainment Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 25 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, Estate Planning, and Litigation
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing entertainment in Los Angeles since 2001.
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Cathy Yacoub is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, Estate Planning, and Litigation. Cathy has over 25 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 25 years
- Known for
- Entertainment · Estate Planning · Litigation
- Handles Entertainment, Estate Planning, and Litigation matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Cathy Yacoub: Cathy Yacoub is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, Estate Planning, and Litigation. Cathy has over 25 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Cathy takes on
Cathy concentrates on entertainment, estate planning, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Cathy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment
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Estate Planning
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Litigation
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Entertainment cases in Los Angeles, California
Cathy 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 Cathy agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Los Angeles, California
Cathy takes estate planning 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 Cathy agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California
Cathy 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 Cathy agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Cathy Yacoub — entertainment lawyer in Los Angeles
Cathy Yacoub is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, Estate Planning, and Litigation. Cathy has over 25 years of legal experience.
Cathy Yacoub is a lawyer practicing estate planning, litigation, advertising. Cathy received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1996, and has been licensed for 25 years. Cathy practices in Los Angeles, CA.
Cathy's approach to entertainment cases
Cathy Yacoub is a lawyer practicing estate planning, litigation, advertising. Cathy received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1996, and has been licensed for 25 years. Cathy practices in Los Angeles, CA.
Clients Cathy works with
Cathy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, estate planning, and litigation matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Georgetown University
J.D. · 2000
University of California at Los Angeles
B.A. Political · 1996
Jurisdictions
Cathy's state bar admissions
California
2001 · ACTIVE
Cathy studied at J.D. in Georgetown University and B.A. Political in University of California at Los Angeles.
Law school and academic background
Cathy completed J.D. in Georgetown University and B.A. Political in University of California at Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Cathy runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Cathy's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of California American Bar Association
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Locations
Cathy Yacoub's office in Los Angeles
Cathy's primary office is at 4525 Wilshire Blvd Ste 150, Los Angeles, CA, 90010-3846. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Cathy Yacoub — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Cathy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Cathy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cathy'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; Cathy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in Los Angeles, 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 Cathy
Cathy 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. Cathy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Cathy'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 Cathy Yacoub
How much does it cost to hire Cathy for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Cathy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Cathy offer a free consultation?
Cathy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cathy's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Cathy'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. Cathy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Cathy take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Cathy 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 — Cathy 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 Cathy?
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. Cathy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Cathy accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Cathy'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 Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Cathy handles entertainment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified entertainment 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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