Ilan Lovinsky, Business Attorney in San Diego, California
Over 28 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and M&A
PartneratGunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian, LLP
San Diego, CA
Practicing business in San Diego since 1998.
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Ilan Lovinsky is a partner based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and M&A. Ilan has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian, LLP.
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- San Diego, CA
- Experience
- over 28 years
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- Business · General · M&A
- Handles Business, General, and M&A matters from San Diego, CA.
- Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Ilan Lovinsky: Ilan Lovinsky is a partner based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and M&A. Ilan has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian, LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Ilan takes on
Ilan concentrates on business, general, m&a, and securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ilan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in San Diego, California
Ilan 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 Ilan agrees to represent you.
General cases in San Diego, California
Ilan takes general 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 Ilan agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in San Diego, California
Ilan takes m&a 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 Ilan agrees to represent you.
Securities cases in San Diego, California
Ilan takes securities 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 Ilan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Ilan Lovinsky — business lawyer in San Diego
Ilan Lovinsky is a partner based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and M&A. Ilan has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian, LLP.
Ilan Lovinsky is a lawyer practicing corporate law, securities offerings, life sciences & biotechnology and 2 other areas of law. Ilan received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years. Ilan practices at Gunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian, LLP in San Diego, CA.
Working with Ilan on a business matter
Ilan Lovinsky is a lawyer practicing corporate law, securities offerings, life sciences & biotechnology and 2 other areas of law. Ilan received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years. Ilan practices at Gunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian, LLP in San Diego, CA.
Who Ilan represents
Ilan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and m&a matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
New York University
J.D. · 1997
University of California at Los Angeles
B.A. · 1994
Jurisdictions
Ilan's state bar admissions
California
1999 · ACTIVE
New York
1998 · ACTIVE
Ilan studied at J.D. in New York University and B.A. in University of California at Los Angeles.
Law school and academic background
Ilan completed J.D. in New York University and B.A. in University of California at Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ilan runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Ilan's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of California
membership
Locations
Ilan Lovinsky's office in San Diego
Ilan's primary office is at 3570 Carmel Mountain Rd., Ste. 200, San Diego, CA, 92130. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Gunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian, LLP
3570 Carmel Mountain Rd., Ste. 200
San Diego, CA 92130
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How to hire Ilan Lovinsky — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ilan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ilan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ilan'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; Ilan 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 Ilan
Ilan 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. Ilan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ilan'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 Ilan Lovinsky
How much does it cost to hire Ilan for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ilan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ilan offer a free consultation?
Ilan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ilan's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Ilan'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. Ilan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ilan take my case if I'm outside San Diego?
Ilan 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 — Ilan 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 Ilan?
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. Ilan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ilan accepting new business clients right now?
Ilan'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
Ilan handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 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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