Gisu Sadaghiani, Business Attorney in Palo Alto, California
Over 21 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Class Action, and Copyright
Palo Alto, CA
Practicing business in Palo Alto since 2005.
- 21+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Gisu Sadaghiani is an attorney based in Palo Alto, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Copyright. Gisu has over 21 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Palo Alto, CA
- Experience
- over 21 years
- Known for
- Business · Class Action · Copyright
- Handles Business, Class Action, and Copyright matters from Palo Alto, CA.
- Over 21 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Offers consultations in Spanish Portuguese and Turkish Vietnamese.
About Gisu Sadaghiani: Gisu Sadaghiani is an attorney based in Palo Alto, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Copyright. Gisu has over 21 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Gisu Sadaghiani
Gisu concentrates on business, class action, copyright, employment, and internet. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gisu handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Class Action
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Copyright
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Employment
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Internet
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IP
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Litigation
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Real Estate
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Trademark
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Business cases in Palo Alto, California
Gisu takes business matters in Palo Alto, 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 Gisu agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases in Palo Alto, California
Gisu takes class action matters in Palo Alto, 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 Gisu agrees to represent you.
Copyright cases in Palo Alto, California
Gisu takes copyright matters in Palo Alto, 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 Gisu agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Palo Alto, California
Gisu takes employment matters in Palo Alto, 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 Gisu agrees to represent you.
Internet cases in Palo Alto, California
Gisu takes internet matters in Palo Alto, 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 Gisu agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Gisu Sadaghiani — Over 21 years of California business experience
Gisu Sadaghiani is an attorney based in Palo Alto, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Copyright. Gisu has over 21 years of legal experience.
Gisu Sadaghiani is a lawyer practicing privacy law, labor & employment, business law and 8 other areas of law. Gisu received a B.S. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 2002, and has been licensed for 21 years. Gisu practices in Palo Alto, CA.
How Gisu handles business matters
Gisu Sadaghiani is a lawyer practicing privacy law, labor & employment, business law and 8 other areas of law. Gisu received a B.S. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 2002, and has been licensed for 21 years. Gisu practices in Palo Alto, CA.
Who Gisu represents
Gisu reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, class action, and copyright matters in Palo Alto and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Gisu Sadaghiani's legal education and bar admissions
University of California School of Law, Los Angeles
J.D. · 2005
University of California, Berkeley
B.S. · 2002
Jurisdictions
Gisu's state bar admissions
California
2005 · ACTIVE
Gisu studied at J.D. in University of California School of Law, Los Angeles and B.S. in University of California, Berkeley. Consultations are available in Spanish Portuguese and Turkish Vietnamese.
Law school and academic background
Gisu completed J.D. in University of California School of Law, Los Angeles and B.S. in University of California, Berkeley. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Gisu runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Languages spoken
Gisu offers consultations in Spanish Portuguese and Turkish Vietnamese. Client materials — retainer agreements, statements, court filings — are prepared in English unless Gisu agrees otherwise in writing.
Affiliations
Gisu's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of California
membership
Locations
Gisu Sadaghiani's office in Palo Alto
Gisu's primary office is at Five Palo Alto Square Sixth Floor, Palo Alto, CA, 94306. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Gisu Sadaghiani — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Gisu usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Gisu charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gisu'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; Gisu will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Palo Alto, 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 Gisu
Gisu 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. Gisu confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Gisu'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 Gisu Sadaghiani
How much does it cost to hire Gisu for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Gisu walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Gisu offer a free consultation?
Gisu charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gisu's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Gisu'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. Gisu gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Gisu take my case if I'm outside Palo Alto?
Gisu 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 — Gisu 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 Gisu?
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. Gisu will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Gisu accepting new business clients right now?
Gisu'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 Palo Alto, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Gisu handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
- Palo Alto4,084 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
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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