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Dillon Danehy Chen, Business Attorney in San Diego, California

Over 10 years of legal practice · focused on Business and Product Liability

AttorneyatDinsmore & Shohl LLP

San Diego, CA

Practicing business in San Diego since 2016.

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Dillon Danehy Chen is an attorney based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Business and Product Liability. Dillon has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP.

Based in
San Diego, CA
Experience
over 10 years
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Business · Product Liability
  • Handles Business and Product Liability matters from San Diego, CA.
  • Over 10 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Dillon Danehy Chen: Dillon Danehy Chen is an attorney based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Business and Product Liability. Dillon has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Dillon Danehy Chen

Dillon concentrates on business and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dillon handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in San Diego, California

Dillon takes business matters in San Diego, 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 Dillon agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in San Diego, California

Dillon takes product liability matters in San Diego, 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 Dillon agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Dillon Danehy Chen — Over 10 years of California business experience

Dillon Danehy Chen is an attorney based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Business and Product Liability. Dillon has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP.

Dillon Danehy Chen is a lawyer practicing business, defective and dangerous products. Dillon received a degree from University of San Diego School of Law, San Diego CA, and has been licensed for 10 years. Dillon practices at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP in San Diego, CA.

Dillon's approach to business cases

Dillon Danehy Chen is a lawyer practicing business, defective and dangerous products. Dillon received a degree from University of San Diego School of Law, San Diego CA, and has been licensed for 10 years. Dillon practices at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP in San Diego, CA.

Clients Dillon works with

Dillon reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and product liability matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Dillon Danehy Chen's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of San Diego School of Law, San Diego CA

Jurisdictions

Dillon's state bar admissions

  • California

    2016 · ACTIVE

Dillon studied at — in University of San Diego School of Law, San Diego CA.

Law school and academic background

Dillon completed — in University of San Diego School of Law, San Diego CA. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dillon runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Dillon Danehy Chen's office in San Diego

Dillon's primary office is at 655 West Broadway, Suite 840, San Diego, CA, 92101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP

655 West Broadway, Suite 840

San Diego, CA 92101

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Hiring guide

How to hire Dillon Danehy Chen — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dillon usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Dillon charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dillon'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; Dillon will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in San Diego, 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 Dillon

Dillon 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. Dillon confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Dillon'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 Dillon Danehy Chen

  • How much does it cost to hire Dillon for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dillon walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Dillon offer a free consultation?

    Dillon charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dillon's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Dillon'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. Dillon gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Dillon take my case if I'm outside San Diego?

    Dillon 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 — Dillon 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 Dillon?

    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. Dillon will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Dillon accepting new business clients right now?

    Dillon'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 San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California

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