GN

Gregory N. Pimstone, Appellate Attorney in Los Angeles, California

focused on Appellate, Health Care, and Litigation

Los Angeles, CA

Trusted appellate attorney serving Los Angeles.

1
Bar admission

Are you Gregory N. Pimstone?

This profile was built from public bar records and is still unclaimed. Claim it free to control your photo, bio, and fees — and get client inquiries sent straight to you.

Claim this profile — free

Quick answer

Gregory N. Pimstone is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Health Care, and Litigation.

Based in
Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA
Experience
attorney
Known for
Appellate · Health Care · Litigation
  • Handles Appellate, Health Care, and Litigation matters from Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026).

About Gregory N. Pimstone: Gregory N. Pimstone is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Health Care, and Litigation.

Areas of practice

Gregory's practice areas in Los Angeles

Gregory concentrates on appellate, health care, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gregory handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Appellate cases in Los Angeles, California

Gregory takes appellate 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 Gregory agrees to represent you.

Health Care cases in Los Angeles, California

Gregory takes health care 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 Gregory agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California

Gregory takes litigation 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 Gregory agrees to represent you.

Biography

Gregory N. Pimstone, appellate attorney serving Los Angeles

Gregory N. Pimstone is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Health Care, and Litigation. Gregory works from Los Angeles, California and takes on appellate matters across the region.

Greg Pimstone leads the firm’s healthcare litigation practice. He is one of the country’s leading healthcare litigators, having been recognized on multiple occasions by the Daily Journal as one of the top 100 attorneys in the state of California. Greg has been lead counsel in numerous high-profile cases that produced landmark decisions transforming the legal landscape in the healthcare field.

Greg is a trial and appellate litigator for California’s largest healthcare entities in their most complex civil disputes. He also represents clients who are the targets of governmental investigations and regulatory enforcement actions. Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business, The Best Lawyers in America and Southern California Super Lawyers annually include Greg on their lists of leading healthcare attorneys.

Greg has taught health law at the University of California at Berkeley School of Law (Boalt Hall) and authored chapters of The Rutter Group’s California Practice Guide: Insurance Litigation and BNA’s Managed Care Litigation. He is honored to sit on the board of directors of the Constitutional Rights Foundation.

How Gregory handles appellate matters

Greg Pimstone leads the firm’s healthcare litigation practice. He is one of the country’s leading healthcare litigators, having been recognized on multiple occasions by the Daily Journal as one of the top 100 attorneys in the state of California. Greg has been lead counsel in numerous high-profile cases that produced landmark decisions transforming the legal landscape in the healthcare field.…

Who Gregory represents

Gregory reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, health care, and litigation matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Gregory studied and practices

  • University of California Berkeley

    J.D. · 1990

Jurisdictions

Gregory's state bar admissions

  • California, State Ba

    ACTIVE

Gregory studied at J.D. in University of California Berkeley.

Law school and academic background

Gregory completed J.D. in University of California Berkeley. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Gregory runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Gregory's legal honors and published work

Gregory has received 8 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Health Care

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Daily Journal Top 100 Lawyers in California

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Named as one of the Top-Ranked Attorneys, Chambers USA, 2005-2016

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Health Care (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026).

Locations

Gregory N. Pimstone's office in Los Angeles

Gregory's primary office is at 2049 Century Park East, Suite 1700, Los Angeles, California, 90067. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

2049 Century Park East, Suite 1700

Los Angeles, California 90067

Open in Google Maps

Client feedback

Client reviews of Gregory N. Pimstone

Gregory has not yet collected verified client reviews on LawyersListed. Reviews here are all from confirmed clients; anonymous ratings are moderated out.

No reviews yet

Only verified clients who have consulted with Gregory N. Pimstone can leave a review.

Schedule your consultation

Hiring guide

How to hire Gregory N. Pimstone — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Los Angeles, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Gregory

Gregory 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.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every appellate 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. Gregory confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Gregory's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Gregory N. Pimstone

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

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

  • Does Gregory offer a free consultation?

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

  • Can Gregory take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?

    Gregory 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 — Gregory 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 Gregory?

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

  • Is Gregory accepting new appellate clients right now?

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

Areas served

Appellate attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California

Gregory handles appellate matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified appellate attorneys in that community.

More counsel

If Gregory's intake is full or the fit isn't right, these appellate attorneys in Los Angeles handle similar matters. Every profile below is verified and open to consultations.