Itai Klein, Business Attorney in Santa Monica, California
Over 24 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Civil Rights, and Contracts
Santa Monica, CA
Practicing business in Santa Monica since 2002.
- 24+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Itai Klein is an attorney based in Santa Monica, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and Contracts. Itai has over 24 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Santa Monica, CA
- Experience
- over 24 years
- Known for
- Business · Civil Rights · Contracts
- Handles Business, Civil Rights, and Contracts matters from Santa Monica, CA.
- Over 24 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Itai Klein: Itai Klein is an attorney based in Santa Monica, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and Contracts. Itai has over 24 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Itai takes on
Itai concentrates on business, civil rights, contracts, international, and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Itai handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Civil Rights
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Contracts
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International
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IP
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Personal Injury
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Real Estate
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Tax
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Business cases in Santa Monica, California
Itai takes business matters in Santa Monica, 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 Itai agrees to represent you.
Civil Rights cases in Santa Monica, California
Itai takes civil rights matters in Santa Monica, 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 Itai agrees to represent you.
Contracts cases in Santa Monica, California
Itai takes contracts matters in Santa Monica, 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 Itai agrees to represent you.
International cases in Santa Monica, California
Itai takes international matters in Santa Monica, 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 Itai agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Santa Monica, California
Itai takes ip matters in Santa Monica, 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 Itai agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Itai Klein — business lawyer in Santa Monica
Itai Klein is an attorney based in Santa Monica, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and Contracts. Itai has over 24 years of legal experience.
Itai Klein is a lawyer practicing business law, civil rights, contracts and 11 other areas of law. Itai received a degree from Arizona St University, Tempe AZ, and has been licensed for 24 years. Itai practices in Santa Monica, CA.
Itai's approach to business cases
Itai Klein is a lawyer practicing business law, civil rights, contracts and 11 other areas of law. Itai received a degree from Arizona St University, Tempe AZ, and has been licensed for 24 years. Itai practices in Santa Monica, CA.
Clients Itai works with
Itai reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, civil rights, and contracts matters in Santa Monica and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law law
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Arizona St University, Tempe AZ Benjamin N Cardozo School of Law Yeshiva University, NY
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Jurisdictions
Itai's state bar admissions
California
2007 · ACTIVE
New York
2002 · ACTIVE
Itai studied at — in Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law law and — in Arizona St University, Tempe AZ Benjamin N Cardozo School of Law Yeshiva University, NY.
Law school and academic background
Itai completed — in Yeshiva University, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law law and — in Arizona St University, Tempe AZ Benjamin N Cardozo School of Law Yeshiva University, NY. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Itai runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Itai Klein's office in Santa Monica
Itai's primary office is at 100 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA, 90401. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Itai Klein
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How to hire Itai Klein — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Itai usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Itai charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Itai'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; Itai will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Santa Monica, 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 Itai
Itai 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. Itai confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Itai'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 Itai Klein
How much does it cost to hire Itai for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Itai walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Itai offer a free consultation?
Itai charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Itai's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Itai'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. Itai gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Itai take my case if I'm outside Santa Monica?
Itai 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 — Itai 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 Itai?
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. Itai will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Itai accepting new business clients right now?
Itai'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 Santa Monica, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Itai handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
- Santa Monica2,756 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
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
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