Craig Pintens, Entertainment Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 25 years of legal practice
Marquette Univ.
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing entertainment in Los Angeles since 2001.
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- Years practicing
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Craig Pintens is a marquette univ. based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment. Craig has over 25 years of legal experience.
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- Los Angeles, CA
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- Handles Entertainment matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Craig Pintens: Craig Pintens is a marquette univ. based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment. Craig has over 25 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Craig Pintens
Craig concentrates on entertainment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Craig handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment cases in Los Angeles, California
Craig 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 Craig agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Craig Pintens — Over 25 years of California entertainment experience
Craig Pintens is a marquette univ. based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment. Craig has over 25 years of legal experience.
Atty. Craig Pintens is a lawyer practicing sports law. Craig received a B.B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin at Whitewater in 1998, and has been licensed for 25 years. Craig practices in Los Angeles, CA.
Craig's approach to entertainment cases
Atty. Craig Pintens is a lawyer practicing sports law. Craig received a B.B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin at Whitewater in 1998, and has been licensed for 25 years. Craig practices in Los Angeles, CA.
Clients Craig works with
Craig reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Craig Pintens's legal education and bar admissions
Marquette University
J.D. · 2001
University of Wisconsin at Whitewater
B.B.A. · 1998
Jurisdictions
Craig's state bar admissions
Wisconsin
2001 · ACTIVE
Craig studied at J.D. in Marquette University and B.B.A. in University of Wisconsin at Whitewater.
Law school and academic background
Craig completed J.D. in Marquette University and B.B.A. in University of Wisconsin at Whitewater. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Craig runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Craig Pintens's office in Los Angeles
Craig's primary office is at 1 Lmu Dr Stop 8505, Los Angeles, CA, 90045-2650. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Craig Pintens — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Craig usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Craig charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Craig'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; Craig 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 Craig
Craig 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. Craig confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Craig'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 Craig Pintens
How much does it cost to hire Craig for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Craig walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Craig offer a free consultation?
Craig charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Craig's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Craig'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. Craig gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Craig take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Craig 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 — Craig 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 Craig?
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. Craig will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Craig accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Craig'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
Craig 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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