Lee Jay Leslie, Business Attorney in Hermosa Beach, California
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Business and Tax
MemberatIgeneral Counsel A Professional Corporation
Hermosa Beach, CA
Practicing business in Hermosa Beach since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Lee Jay Leslie is a member based in Hermosa Beach, CA. The practice focuses on Business and Tax. Lee has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Igeneral Counsel A Professional Corporation.
- Based in
- Hermosa Beach, CA
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- Business · Tax
- Handles Business and Tax matters from Hermosa Beach, CA.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Lee Jay Leslie: Lee Jay Leslie is a member based in Hermosa Beach, CA. The practice focuses on Business and Tax. Lee has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Igeneral Counsel A Professional Corporation.
Areas of practice
Lee's practice areas in Hermosa Beach
Lee concentrates on business and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lee handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Hermosa Beach, California
Lee takes business matters in Hermosa Beach, 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.
Tax cases in Hermosa Beach, California
Lee takes tax matters in Hermosa Beach, 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
Lee Jay Leslie, business attorney serving Hermosa Beach
Lee Jay Leslie is a member based in Hermosa Beach, CA. The practice focuses on Business and Tax. Lee has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Igeneral Counsel A Professional Corporation. Lee works from Hermosa Beach, California and takes on business matters across the region.
Lee Jay Leslie is a lawyer practicing emerging business law, corporate finance, venture capital and 2 other areas of law. Lee received a M.B.A. degree from Anderson Graduate School of Management at UCLA in 1992, and has been licensed for 34 years. Lee practices at iGeneral Counsel, A Professional Corporation in Hermosa Beach, CA.
Lee's approach to business cases
Lee Jay Leslie is a lawyer practicing emerging business law, corporate finance, venture capital and 2 other areas of law. Lee received a M.B.A. degree from Anderson Graduate School of Management at UCLA in 1992, and has been licensed for 34 years. Lee practices at iGeneral Counsel, A Professional Corporation in Hermosa Beach, CA.
Clients Lee works with
Lee reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and tax matters in Hermosa Beach and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Lee studied and practices
University of California School of Law, Los Angeles
J.D. · 1992
Anderson Graduate School of Management at UCLA
M.B.A. Cornell · 1992
Jurisdictions
Lee's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1993 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1992 · ACTIVE
California
1992 · ACTIVE
Lee studied at J.D. in University of California School of Law, Los Angeles and M.B.A. Cornell in Anderson Graduate School of Management at UCLA.
Law school and academic background
Lee completed J.D. in University of California School of Law, Los Angeles and M.B.A. Cornell in Anderson Graduate School of Management at UCLA. 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
Los Angeles County Bar Association
Member, Sections on: Commercial Law Bankruptcy Law Business Law · membership
Locations
Office locations for Lee Jay Leslie in Hermosa Beach, California
Lee's primary office is at Hermosa Beach, CA, 90254. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Lee Jay Leslie — 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 Hermosa Beach, 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 Jay Leslie
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 Hermosa Beach?
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 Hermosa Beach, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Lee handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
- Hermosa Beach205 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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