Lee Gordon Vanpelt, Business Attorney in Cupertino, California
Over 33 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Formation, and General
PartneratVan Pelt Yi And James Llp
Cupertino, CA
Practicing business in Cupertino since 1993.
- 33+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Lee Gordon Vanpelt is a partner based in Cupertino, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Formation, and General. Lee has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Van Pelt Yi And James Llp.
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- Cupertino, CA
- Experience
- over 33 years
- Known for
- Business · Formation · General
- Handles Business, Formation, and General matters from Cupertino, CA.
- Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Lee Gordon Vanpelt: Lee Gordon Vanpelt is a partner based in Cupertino, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Formation, and General. Lee has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Van Pelt Yi And James Llp.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Lee Gordon Vanpelt
Lee concentrates on business, formation, general, ip, and patent. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lee handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Cupertino, California
Lee takes business matters in Cupertino, 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 Lee agrees to represent you.
Formation cases in Cupertino, California
Lee takes formation matters in Cupertino, 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 Lee agrees to represent you.
General cases in Cupertino, California
Lee takes general matters in Cupertino, 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 Lee agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Cupertino, California
Lee takes ip matters in Cupertino, 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 Lee agrees to represent you.
Patent cases in Cupertino, California
Lee takes patent matters in Cupertino, 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 Lee agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Lee Gordon Vanpelt — Over 33 years of California business experience
Lee Gordon Vanpelt is a partner based in Cupertino, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Formation, and General. Lee has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Van Pelt Yi And James Llp.
Lee Gordon Vanpelt is a lawyer practicing patents, licensing, intellectual property and 3 other areas of law. Lee received a B.S. degree from University of Missouri at Rolla in 1986, and has been licensed for 33 years. Lee practices at Van Pelt, Yi & James LLP in Cupertino, CA.
Working with Lee on a business matter
Lee Gordon Vanpelt is a lawyer practicing patents, licensing, intellectual property and 3 other areas of law. Lee received a B.S. degree from University of Missouri at Rolla in 1986, and has been licensed for 33 years. Lee practices at Van Pelt, Yi & James LLP in Cupertino, CA.
Clients Lee works with
Lee reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, formation, and general matters in Cupertino and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Lee Gordon Vanpelt's legal education and bar admissions
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California at Berkeley
J.D. · 1993
University of Missouri at Rolla
B.S. · 1986
Jurisdictions
Lee's state bar admissions
California registere
1993 · ACTIVE
Lee studied at J.D. in Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California at Berkeley and B.S. in University of Missouri at Rolla.
Law school and academic background
Lee completed J.D. in Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California at Berkeley and B.S. in University of Missouri at Rolla. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lee runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Lee's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of California IEEE Professional Communications Society U
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Patent Bar Peninsula Intellectual Property Law Association
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Locations
Lee Gordon Vanpelt's office in Cupertino
Lee's primary office is at 10050 N. Foothill Blvd., Ste 200, Cupertino, CA, 95014. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Van Pelt Yi And James Llp
10050 N. Foothill Blvd., Ste 200
Cupertino, CA 95014
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How to hire Lee Gordon Vanpelt — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lee usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lee charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lee'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; Lee will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Cupertino, 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 Lee
Lee 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. Lee confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lee'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 Lee Gordon Vanpelt
How much does it cost to hire Lee for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lee walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lee offer a free consultation?
Lee charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lee's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Lee'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. Lee gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lee take my case if I'm outside Cupertino?
Lee 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 — Lee 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 Lee?
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. Lee will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lee accepting new business clients right now?
Lee'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 Cupertino, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
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