Jane Olivas Matsuda, Litigation Attorney in Santa Ana, California
Over 31 years of legal practice · focused on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability
Santa Ana, CA
Practicing litigation in Santa Ana since 1995.
- 31+
- Years practicing
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Jane Olivas Matsuda is an attorney based in Santa Ana, CA. The practice focuses on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Jane has over 31 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Santa Ana, CA
- Experience
- over 31 years
- Known for
- Litigation · Personal Injury · Product Liability
- Handles Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability matters from Santa Ana, CA.
- Over 31 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Jane Olivas Matsuda: Jane Olivas Matsuda is an attorney based in Santa Ana, CA. The practice focuses on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Jane has over 31 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Jane Olivas Matsuda
Jane concentrates on litigation, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jane handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Litigation cases in Santa Ana, California
Jane takes litigation matters in Santa Ana, 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 Jane agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Santa Ana, California
Jane takes personal injury matters in Santa Ana, 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 Jane agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Santa Ana, California
Jane takes product liability matters in Santa Ana, 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 Jane agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Jane Olivas Matsuda — Over 31 years of California litigation experience
Jane Olivas Matsuda is an attorney based in Santa Ana, CA. The practice focuses on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Jane has over 31 years of legal experience.
Jane Olivas Matsuda is a lawyer practicing litigation, product liability defense, general tort defense. Jane received a B.A. degree from California State University, Los Angeles in 1990, and has been licensed for 31 years. Jane practices in Santa Ana, CA.
How Jane handles litigation matters
Jane Olivas Matsuda is a lawyer practicing litigation, product liability defense, general tort defense. Jane received a B.A. degree from California State University, Los Angeles in 1990, and has been licensed for 31 years. Jane practices in Santa Ana, CA.
The kind of cases Jane takes
Jane reviews new inquiries case-by-case for litigation, personal injury, and product liability matters in Santa Ana and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Jane Olivas Matsuda's legal education and bar admissions
Loyola Law School
J.D. · 1994
California State University, Los Angeles
B.A. · 1990
Jurisdictions
Jane's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1995 · ACTIVE
California
1995 · ACTIVE
Jane studied at J.D. in Loyola Law School and B.A. in California State University, Los Angeles.
Law school and academic background
Jane completed J.D. in Loyola Law School and B.A. in California State University, Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jane runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Office locations for Jane Olivas Matsuda in Santa Ana, California
Jane's primary office is at Santa Ana, CA, 92711-0790. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Jane Olivas Matsuda — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new litigation attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jane usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jane charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jane'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; Jane will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a litigation attorney in Santa Ana, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many litigation 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 Jane
Jane discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in litigation practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every litigation 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. Jane confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jane's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many litigation practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jane Olivas Matsuda
How much does it cost to hire Jane for a litigation case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jane walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jane offer a free consultation?
Jane charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jane's office. Some litigation attorneys offer free consults — check Jane's current terms during booking.
How long do litigation cases in California typically take?
Simple litigation 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. Jane gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jane take my case if I'm outside Santa Ana?
Jane 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 — Jane 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 Jane?
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. Jane will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jane accepting new litigation clients right now?
Jane's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Litigation attorneys serving Santa Ana, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Jane handles litigation matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified litigation attorneys in that community.
- Santa Ana2,640 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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