Gary Howard Klein, Construction Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 47 years of legal practice · focused on Construction, General, and Personal Injury
AssociateatLa Follette Johnson De Haas Fesler And Ames A Professional Corporation
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing construction in Los Angeles since 1979.
- 47+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Gary Howard Klein is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Construction, General, and Personal Injury. Gary has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at La Follette Johnson De Haas Fesler And Ames A Professional Corporation.
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- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 47 years
- Known for
- Construction · General · Personal Injury
- Handles Construction, General, and Personal Injury matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 47 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Gary Howard Klein: Gary Howard Klein is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Construction, General, and Personal Injury. Gary has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at La Follette Johnson De Haas Fesler And Ames A Professional Corporation.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Gary Howard Klein
Gary concentrates on construction, general, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gary handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Construction
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Personal Injury
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Construction cases in Los Angeles, California
Gary takes construction 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 Gary agrees to represent you.
General cases in Los Angeles, California
Gary 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 Gary agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Los Angeles, California
Gary 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 Gary agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Gary Howard Klein — Over 47 years of California construction experience
Gary Howard Klein is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Construction, General, and Personal Injury. Gary has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at La Follette Johnson De Haas Fesler And Ames A Professional Corporation.
Gary Howard Klein is a lawyer practicing personal injury, construction defects, transportation. Gary received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Binghamton in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years. Gary practices at La Follette, Johnson, De Haas, Fesler & Ames A Professional Corporation in Los Angeles, CA.
Gary's approach to construction cases
Gary Howard Klein is a lawyer practicing personal injury, construction defects, transportation. Gary received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Binghamton in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years. Gary practices at La Follette, Johnson, De Haas, Fesler & Ames A Professional Corporation in Los Angeles, CA.
The kind of cases Gary takes
Gary reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction, general, and personal injury matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Gary Howard Klein's legal education and bar admissions
University of Southern California School of Law
J.D. · 1978
State University of New York at Binghamton
B.A. History · 1975
Jurisdictions
Gary's state bar admissions
New York U.S. Distri
1982 · ACTIVE
California
1979 · ACTIVE
Gary studied at J.D. in University of Southern California School of Law and B.A. History in State University of New York at Binghamton.
Law school and academic background
Gary completed J.D. in University of Southern California School of Law and B.A. History in State University of New York at Binghamton. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Gary runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Gary Howard Klein's office in Los Angeles
Gary's primary office is at 865 S. Figueroa St., 32nd Fl., Los Angeles, CA, 90017-5431. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
La Follette Johnson De Haas Fesler And Ames A Professional Corporation
865 S. Figueroa St., 32nd Fl.
Los Angeles, CA 90017-5431
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How to hire Gary Howard Klein — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Gary usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Gary charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gary'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; Gary will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a construction attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction 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 Gary
Gary discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every construction 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. Gary confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Gary's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Gary Howard Klein
How much does it cost to hire Gary for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Gary walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Gary offer a free consultation?
Gary charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gary's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Gary's current terms during booking.
How long do construction cases in California typically take?
Simple construction 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. Gary gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Gary take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Gary 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 — Gary 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 Gary?
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. Gary will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Gary accepting new construction clients right now?
Gary's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Construction attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Gary handles construction matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified construction 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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