
Judd Grutman, Consumer Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 15 years of legal practice · focused on Consumer, Employment, and Entertainment
Associate, LitigationatManatt Phelps And Phillips Llp
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing consumer in Los Angeles since 2011.
- 15+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Judd Grutman is an associate, litigation based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Consumer, Employment, and Entertainment. Judd has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Manatt Phelps And Phillips Llp.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 15 years
- Known for
- Consumer · Employment · Entertainment
- Handles Consumer, Employment, and Entertainment matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 15 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Judd Grutman: Judd Grutman is an associate, litigation based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Consumer, Employment, and Entertainment. Judd has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Manatt Phelps And Phillips Llp.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Judd takes on
Judd concentrates on consumer, employment, entertainment, litigation, and class action. Each area below outlines the kind of case Judd handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Employment
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Litigation
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Consumer cases in Los Angeles, California
Judd takes consumer 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 Judd agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Los Angeles, California
Judd takes employment 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 Judd agrees to represent you.
Entertainment cases in Los Angeles, California
Judd takes entertainment 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 Judd agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California
Judd 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 Judd agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases in Los Angeles, California
Judd takes class action 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 Judd agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Judd Grutman — consumer lawyer in Los Angeles
Judd Grutman is an associate, litigation based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Consumer, Employment, and Entertainment. Judd has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Manatt Phelps And Phillips Llp.
Judd Grutman is a lawyer practicing advertising, employment & labor, litigation and 1 other area of law. Judd received a degree from University of California Berkeley, Berkeley CA, and has been licensed for 15 years. Judd practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in Los Angeles, CA and 1 other location.
Working with Judd on a consumer matter
Judd Grutman is a lawyer practicing advertising, employment & labor, litigation and 1 other area of law. Judd received a degree from University of California Berkeley, Berkeley CA, and has been licensed for 15 years. Judd practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in Los Angeles, CA and 1 other location.
Clients Judd works with
Judd reviews new inquiries case-by-case for consumer, employment, and entertainment matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of California Berkeley, Berkeley CA University of Michigan Law School, Ann Arbor MI
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Jurisdictions
Judd's state bar admissions
California
2011 · ACTIVE
Judd studied at — in University of California Berkeley, Berkeley CA University of Michigan Law School, Ann Arbor MI.
Law school and academic background
Judd completed — in University of California Berkeley, Berkeley CA University of Michigan Law School, Ann Arbor MI. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Judd runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Judd Grutman's office in Los Angeles
Judd's primary office is at Trident Center, East Tower, 11355 West Olympic Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, 90064. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Manatt Phelps And Phillips Llp
Trident Center, East Tower, 11355 West Olympic Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90064
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How to hire Judd Grutman — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new consumer attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Judd usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Judd charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Judd'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; Judd will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a consumer attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many consumer 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 Judd
Judd discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in consumer practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every consumer 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. Judd confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Judd's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many consumer practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Judd Grutman
How much does it cost to hire Judd for a consumer case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Judd walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Judd offer a free consultation?
Judd charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Judd's office. Some consumer attorneys offer free consults — check Judd's current terms during booking.
How long do consumer cases in California typically take?
Simple consumer 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. Judd gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Judd take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Judd 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 — Judd 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 Judd?
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. Judd will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Judd accepting new consumer clients right now?
Judd's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Consumer attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Judd handles consumer matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified consumer attorneys in that community.
- 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
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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