Etan Zaitsu, Appellate Attorney in Sacramento, California

Etan concentrates on appellate, criminal defense, federal crimes, general, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Etan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Appellate

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• Criminal Defense

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• Federal Crimes

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• General

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• M&A

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• Real Estate

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Etan's primary office is at 331 J St., Suite 200, Sacramento, CA, 95814. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

Etan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Etan for a appellate case?

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

• Does Etan offer a free consultation?

  Etan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Etan's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Etan's current terms during booking.

• How long do appellate cases in California typically take?

  Simple appellate 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. Etan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Etan take my case if I'm outside Sacramento?

  Etan 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 — Etan 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 Etan?

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

• Is Etan accepting new appellate clients right now?

  Etan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.