Irene B. Choe

Irene B. Choe, Copyright Attorney in San Diego, California

Over 10 years of legal practice · focused on Copyright, Entertainment, and General

AssociateatSheppard Mullin

San Diego, CA

Practicing copyright in San Diego since 2016.

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Years practicing
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Irene B. Choe is an associate based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Copyright, Entertainment, and General. Irene has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sheppard Mullin.

Based in
San Diego, CA
Experience
over 10 years
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Copyright · Entertainment · General
  • Handles Copyright, Entertainment, and General matters from San Diego, CA.
  • Over 10 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Irene B. Choe: Irene B. Choe is an associate based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Copyright, Entertainment, and General. Irene has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sheppard Mullin.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Irene takes on

Irene concentrates on copyright, entertainment, general, ip, and ip licensing. Each area below outlines the kind of case Irene handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Copyright cases in San Diego, California

Irene takes copyright 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 Irene agrees to represent you.

Entertainment cases in San Diego, California

Irene takes entertainment 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 Irene agrees to represent you.

General cases in San Diego, California

Irene 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 Irene agrees to represent you.

IP cases in San Diego, California

Irene takes ip 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 Irene agrees to represent you.

IP Licensing cases in San Diego, California

Irene takes ip licensing 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 Irene agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Irene B. Choe — copyright lawyer in San Diego

Irene B. Choe is an associate based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Copyright, Entertainment, and General. Irene has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sheppard Mullin.

Irene B. Choe is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, copyrights, false advertising, lanham act and unfair competition and 7 other areas of law. Irene received a M.B.A. degree from KAIST Business School in 2012, and has been licensed for 10 years. Irene practices at Sheppard Mullin in San Diego, CA.

How Irene handles copyright matters

Irene B. Choe is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, copyrights, false advertising, lanham act and unfair competition and 7 other areas of law. Irene received a M.B.A. degree from KAIST Business School in 2012, and has been licensed for 10 years. Irene practices at Sheppard Mullin in San Diego, CA.

Who Irene represents

Irene reviews new inquiries case-by-case for copyright, entertainment, and general matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of San Diego School of Law

    J.D. · 2016

  • KAIST Business School

    M.B.A. Scripps · 2012

Jurisdictions

Irene's state bar admissions

  • California U.S. Dist

    2016 · ACTIVE

Irene studied at J.D. in University of San Diego School of Law and M.B.A. Scripps in KAIST Business School.

Law school and academic background

Irene completed J.D. in University of San Diego School of Law and M.B.A. Scripps in KAIST Business School. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Irene runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Irene B. Choe's office in San Diego

Irene's primary office is at 12275 El Camino Real, Suite 100 (Del Mar), San Diego, CA, 92130. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Sheppard Mullin

12275 El Camino Real, Suite 100 (Del Mar)

San Diego, CA 92130

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Hiring guide

How to hire Irene B. Choe — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a copyright attorney in San Diego, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many copyright 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 Irene

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every copyright 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. Irene confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Irene B. Choe

  • How much does it cost to hire Irene for a copyright case?

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

  • Does Irene offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do copyright cases in California typically take?

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

  • Can Irene take my case if I'm outside San Diego?

    Irene 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 — Irene 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 Irene?

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

  • Is Irene accepting new copyright clients right now?

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

Areas served

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