
Daniel Hakmo Lee, Business Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 25 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Class Action, and Employment
AssociateatWilson Elser
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing business in Los Angeles since 2001.
- 25+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Daniel Hakmo Lee is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Employment. Daniel has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wilson Elser.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 25 years
- Known for
- Business · Class Action · Employment
- Handles Business, Class Action, and Employment matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Daniel Hakmo Lee: Daniel Hakmo Lee is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Employment. Daniel has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wilson Elser.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Daniel takes on
Daniel concentrates on business, class action, employment, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Los Angeles, California
Daniel 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 Daniel agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases in Los Angeles, California
Daniel takes class action 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 Daniel agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Los Angeles, California
Daniel takes employment 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 Daniel agrees to represent you.
General cases in Los Angeles, California
Daniel 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 Daniel agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California
Daniel 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 Daniel agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Daniel Hakmo Lee — business lawyer in Los Angeles
Daniel Hakmo Lee is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Employment. Daniel has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wilson Elser.
Daniel Hakmo Lee is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, class action defense, employment & labor and 4 other areas of law. Daniel Hakmo received a B.A. degree from Pomona College in 1997, and has been licensed for 25 years. Daniel Hakmo practices at Wilson Elser in Los Angeles, CA.
Daniel's approach to business cases
Daniel Hakmo Lee is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, class action defense, employment & labor and 4 other areas of law. Daniel Hakmo received a B.A. degree from Pomona College in 1997, and has been licensed for 25 years. Daniel Hakmo practices at Wilson Elser in Los Angeles, CA.
The kind of cases Daniel takes
Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, class action, and employment matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Pepperdine University School of Law
J.D. Pepperdine · 2001
Pomona College
B.A. Pomona · 1997
Jurisdictions
Daniel's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
2001 · ACTIVE
California U.S. Dist
2001 · ACTIVE
Daniel studied at J.D. Pepperdine in Pepperdine University School of Law and B.A. Pomona in Pomona College.
Law school and academic background
Daniel completed J.D. Pepperdine in Pepperdine University School of Law and B.A. Pomona in Pomona College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Daniel's professional memberships and bar associations
Memberships & Affiliations American Bar Association National Asian Pacific American Bar Association Korean American Bar Association
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Locations
Daniel Hakmo Lee's office in Los Angeles
Daniel's primary office is at 555 S. Flower Street, Suite 2900, Los Angeles, CA, 90071-2407. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Wilson Elser
555 S. Flower Street, Suite 2900
Los Angeles, CA 90071-2407
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How to hire Daniel Hakmo Lee — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Daniel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Daniel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel'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; Daniel 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 Daniel
Daniel 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. Daniel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Daniel'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 Daniel Hakmo Lee
How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Daniel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Daniel offer a free consultation?
Daniel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel'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. Daniel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Daniel take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Daniel 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 — Daniel 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 Daniel?
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. Daniel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Daniel accepting new business clients right now?
Daniel'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
Daniel handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business 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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