Dale Chang, IP Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 19 years of legal practice · focused on IP and Real Estate
AssociateatLatham & Watkins LLP
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing ip in Los Angeles since 2007.
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Dale Chang is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate. Dale has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Latham & Watkins LLP.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 19 years
- Known for
- IP · Real Estate
- Handles IP and Real Estate matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 19 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Dale Chang: Dale Chang is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate. Dale has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Latham & Watkins LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Dale Chang
Dale concentrates on ip and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dale handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Los Angeles, California
Dale takes ip 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 Dale agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Los Angeles, California
Dale takes real estate 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 Dale agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Dale Chang — Over 19 years of California ip experience
Dale Chang is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate. Dale has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Latham & Watkins LLP.
Dale Chang is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, intellectual property law. Dale received a B.S.E.E. degree from University of Illinois in 2001, and has been licensed for 19 years. Dale practices at Latham & Watkins LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
Working with Dale on a ip matter
Dale Chang is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, intellectual property law. Dale received a B.S.E.E. degree from University of Illinois in 2001, and has been licensed for 19 years. Dale practices at Latham & Watkins LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
The kind of cases Dale takes
Dale reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip and real estate matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Dale Chang's legal education and bar admissions
University of Illinois College of Law
J.D. · 2006
University of Illinois
B.S.E.E. · 2001
Jurisdictions
Dale's state bar admissions
Illinois
2015 · ACTIVE
California
2007 · ACTIVE
Dale studied at J.D. in University of Illinois College of Law and B.S.E.E. in University of Illinois.
Law school and academic background
Dale completed J.D. in University of Illinois College of Law and B.S.E.E. in University of Illinois. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dale runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Dale Chang's office in Los Angeles
Dale's primary office is at 355 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA, 90071. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Dale Chang — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dale usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Dale charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dale'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; Dale will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip 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 Dale
Dale discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ip 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. Dale confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Dale's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Dale Chang
How much does it cost to hire Dale for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dale walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Dale offer a free consultation?
Dale charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dale's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Dale's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in California typically take?
Simple ip 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. Dale gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Dale take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Dale 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 — Dale 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 Dale?
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. Dale will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Dale accepting new ip clients right now?
Dale's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
IP attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Dale handles ip matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified ip 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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