Chan Blake Reader, General Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 37 years of legal practice · focused on General, Insurance, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Associate
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing general in Los Angeles since 1989.
- 37+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Chan Blake Reader is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Litigation. Chan has over 37 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 37 years
- Known for
- General · Insurance · Litigation
- Handles General, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Chan Blake Reader: Chan Blake Reader is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Litigation. Chan has over 37 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Chan takes on
Chan concentrates on general, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Chan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Insurance
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Litigation
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General cases in Los Angeles, California
Chan 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 Chan agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Los Angeles, California
Chan takes insurance 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 Chan agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California
Chan 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 Chan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Chan Blake Reader — general lawyer in Los Angeles
Chan Blake Reader is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Litigation. Chan has over 37 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Chan Blake Reader is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, litigation, general liability. Chan received a B.A. degree from Idaho State University in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years. Chan practices in Los Angeles, CA.
Chan's approach to general cases
Chan Blake Reader is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, litigation, general liability. Chan received a B.A. degree from Idaho State University in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years. Chan practices in Los Angeles, CA.
Clients Chan works with
Chan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, insurance, and litigation matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Pepperdine School of Law
J.D. · 1988
Idaho State University
B.A. History · 1985
Jurisdictions
Chan's state bar admissions
California U.S. Dist
1989 · ACTIVE
Chan studied at J.D. in Pepperdine School of Law and B.A. History in Idaho State University.
Law school and academic background
Chan completed J.D. in Pepperdine School of Law and B.A. History in Idaho State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Chan runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Chan Blake Reader's office in Los Angeles
Chan's primary office is at 3460 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, 90010. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Chan Blake Reader — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Chan. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing general attorneys in Los Angeles.
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How to hire Chan Blake Reader — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Chan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Chan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Chan'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; Chan 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 Chan
Chan 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. Chan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Chan'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 Chan Blake Reader
How much does it cost to hire Chan for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Chan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Chan offer a free consultation?
Chan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Chan's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Chan'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. Chan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Chan take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Chan 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 — Chan 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 Chan?
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. Chan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Chan accepting new general clients right now?
Chan'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
Chan 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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