
Kasey Covert Townsend, Business Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Construction, and Employment · 5.0/5 rating from 11 verified client reviews
Partner-In-Charge, PartneratMurchison & Cumming, LLP
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing business in Los Angeles since 1991.
- 35+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 11 client reviews
- 6
- Bar admissions
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Kasey Covert Townsend is a partner-in-charge, partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Employment. Kasey has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Murchison & Cumming, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 11 client reviews.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 35 years
- Known for
- Business · Construction · Employment
- Handles Business, Construction, and Employment matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Kasey Covert Townsend: Kasey Covert Townsend is a partner-in-charge, partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Employment. Kasey has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Murchison & Cumming, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 11 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Kasey's practice areas in Los Angeles
Kasey concentrates on business, construction, employment, general, and health care. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kasey handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Construction
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Employment
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General
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Health Care
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Litigation
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Business cases in Los Angeles, California
Kasey takes business 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 Kasey agrees to represent you.
Construction cases in Los Angeles, California
Kasey takes construction 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 Kasey agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Los Angeles, California
Kasey 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 Kasey agrees to represent you.
General cases in Los Angeles, California
Kasey takes general 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 Kasey agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Los Angeles, California
Kasey takes health care 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 Kasey agrees to represent you.
Biography
Kasey Covert Townsend, business attorney serving Los Angeles
Kasey Covert Townsend is a partner-in-charge, partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Employment. Kasey has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Murchison & Cumming, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 11 client reviews. Kasey works from Los Angeles, California and takes on business matters across the region.
Kasey Covert Townsend is a lawyer practicing health care, general liability, business litigation and 5 other areas of law. Kasey received a B.A. degree from California State University, Chico, California in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years. Kasey practices at Murchison & Cumming, LLP in Los Angeles, CA and 1 other location.
How Kasey handles business matters
Kasey Covert Townsend is a lawyer practicing health care, general liability, business litigation and 5 other areas of law. Kasey received a B.A. degree from California State University, Chico, California in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years. Kasey practices at Murchison & Cumming, LLP in Los Angeles, CA and 1 other location.
The kind of cases Kasey takes
Kasey reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, construction, and employment matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Kasey studied and practices
University of San Diego School of Law, San Diego, California J.D. 1990 Student Bar Association University of San Diego School of Law, San Diego, California J.D. Class Representative
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California State University, Chico, California
B.A. · 1986
Jurisdictions
Kasey's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
2013 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2003 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2003 · ACTIVE
California
1991 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1991 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1991 · ACTIVE
Kasey studied at — in University of San Diego School of Law, San Diego, California J.D. 1990 Student Bar Association University of San Diego School of Law, San Diego, California J.D. Class Representative and B.A. in California State University, Chico, California.
Law school and academic background
Kasey completed — in University of San Diego School of Law, San Diego, California J.D. 1990 Student Bar Association University of San Diego School of Law, San Diego, California J.D. Class Representative and B.A. in California State University, Chico, California. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kasey runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Kasey's legal honors and published work
Kasey has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Kasey's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Associations and Memberships •Defense Research Institute
DRI) •Association of Defense Counsel of Northern California and Nevada (ADCNCN) •Association of Defense Trial Attorneys (ADTA) •Claims and Litigation Management Alliance (CLM · membership
Locations
Kasey Covert Townsend's office in Los Angeles
Kasey's primary office is at 801 South Grand Avenue, 9th Floor, Los Angeles, CA, 90017. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Murchison & Cumming, LLP
801 South Grand Avenue, 9th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90017
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Client reviews of Kasey Covert Townsend — 5.0/5 rating from 11 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Kasey. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Los Angeles.
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How to hire Kasey Covert Townsend — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kasey usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kasey charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kasey'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; Kasey will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Los Angeles, 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 Kasey
Kasey 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. Kasey confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kasey'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 Kasey Covert Townsend
How much does it cost to hire Kasey for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kasey walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kasey offer a free consultation?
Kasey charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kasey's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Kasey'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. Kasey gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kasey take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Kasey 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 — Kasey 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 Kasey?
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. Kasey will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kasey accepting new business clients right now?
Kasey'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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