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Daniel R Blakey, Consumer Attorney in Los Angeles, California

Over 37 years of legal practice · focused on Consumer, Environmental, and General

PartneratSteptoe LLP

Los Angeles, CA

Practicing consumer in Los Angeles since 1989.

37+
Years practicing
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Daniel R Blakey is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Consumer, Environmental, and General. Daniel has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Steptoe LLP.

Based in
Los Angeles, CA
Experience
over 37 years
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Consumer · Environmental · General
  • Handles Consumer, Environmental, and General matters from Los Angeles, CA.
  • Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Daniel R Blakey: Daniel R Blakey is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Consumer, Environmental, and General. Daniel has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Steptoe LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Daniel takes on

Daniel concentrates on consumer, environmental, general, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Consumer cases in Los Angeles, California

Daniel takes consumer 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.

Environmental cases in Los Angeles, California

Daniel takes environmental 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.

Personal Injury cases in Los Angeles, California

Daniel takes personal injury 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 R Blakey — consumer lawyer in Los Angeles

Daniel R Blakey is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Consumer, Environmental, and General. Daniel has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Steptoe LLP.

Daniel R Blakey is a lawyer practicing consumer products/products liability, environment & natural resources, litigation and 2 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from Williams College in 1982, and has been licensed for 37 years. Daniel practices at Steptoe LLP in Los Angeles, CA.

Working with Daniel on a consumer matter

Daniel R Blakey is a lawyer practicing consumer products/products liability, environment & natural resources, litigation and 2 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from Williams College in 1982, and has been licensed for 37 years. Daniel practices at Steptoe LLP in Los Angeles, CA.

Clients Daniel works with

Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for consumer, environmental, and general matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of California, Hastings College of the Law

    J.D. · 1989

  • Williams College

    B.A. English · 1982

Jurisdictions

Daniel's state bar admissions

  • California

    1989 · ACTIVE

Daniel studied at J.D. in University of California, Hastings College of the Law and B.A. English in Williams College.

Law school and academic background

Daniel completed J.D. in University of California, Hastings College of the Law and B.A. English in Williams 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.

Locations

Daniel R Blakey's office in Los Angeles

Daniel's primary office is at 633 West Fifth Street, Suite 700, Los Angeles, CA, 90071. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Steptoe LLP

633 West Fifth Street, Suite 700

Los Angeles, CA 90071

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Hiring guide

How to hire Daniel R Blakey — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new consumer 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 consumer attorney in Los Angeles, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many consumer 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 consumer practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every consumer 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 consumer practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Daniel R Blakey

  • How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a consumer 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 consumer attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.

  • How long do consumer cases in California typically take?

    Simple consumer 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 consumer 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

Consumer attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California

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