Dean R Cheley, Employment Attorney in Beverly Hills, California
Over 19 years of legal practice · focused on Employment and Real Estate
PartneratMichael C Donaldson
Beverly Hills, CA
Practicing employment in Beverly Hills since 2007.
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Dean R Cheley is a partner based in Beverly Hills, CA. The practice focuses on Employment and Real Estate. Dean has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Michael C Donaldson.
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- Beverly Hills, CA
- Experience
- over 19 years
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- Employment · Real Estate
- Handles Employment and Real Estate matters from Beverly Hills, CA.
- Over 19 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Dean R Cheley: Dean R Cheley is a partner based in Beverly Hills, CA. The practice focuses on Employment and Real Estate. Dean has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Michael C Donaldson.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Dean takes on
Dean concentrates on employment and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dean handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Beverly Hills, California
Dean takes employment matters in Beverly Hills, 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 Dean agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Beverly Hills, California
Dean takes real estate matters in Beverly Hills, 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 Dean agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Dean R Cheley — employment lawyer in Beverly Hills
Dean R Cheley is a partner based in Beverly Hills, CA. The practice focuses on Employment and Real Estate. Dean has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Michael C Donaldson.
Dean R Cheley is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, real estate. Dean received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 2001, and has been licensed for 19 years. Dean practices at Michael C. Donaldson in Beverly Hills, CA.
Working with Dean on a employment matter
Dean R Cheley is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, real estate. Dean received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 2001, and has been licensed for 19 years. Dean practices at Michael C. Donaldson in Beverly Hills, CA.
Clients Dean works with
Dean reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and real estate matters in Beverly Hills and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California
J.D. · 2006
University of California at Los Angeles
B.A. · 2001
Jurisdictions
Dean's state bar admissions
California
2007 · ACTIVE
Dean studied at J.D. in Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California and B.A. in University of California at Los Angeles.
Law school and academic background
Dean completed J.D. in Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California and B.A. in University of California at Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dean runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Dean's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of California
membership
Locations
Dean R Cheley's office in Beverly Hills
Dean's primary office is at 400 S. Beverly Dr., Ste. 400, Beverly Hills, CA, 90212. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Michael C Donaldson
400 S. Beverly Dr., Ste. 400
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
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How to hire Dean R Cheley — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dean usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Dean charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dean'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; Dean will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Beverly Hills, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Dean
Dean discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Dean confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Dean's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Dean R Cheley
How much does it cost to hire Dean for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dean walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Dean offer a free consultation?
Dean charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dean's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Dean's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in California typically take?
Simple employment 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. Dean gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Dean take my case if I'm outside Beverly Hills?
Dean 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 — Dean 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 Dean?
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. Dean will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Dean accepting new employment clients right now?
Dean's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Beverly Hills, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Dean handles employment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- 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
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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