Lee Straus, Entertainment Attorney in Universal City, California
Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, Immigration, and IP
V.P. Buss. Aff.
Universal City, CA
Practicing entertainment in Universal City since 1996.
- 30+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Lee Straus is a v.p. buss. aff. based in Universal City, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, Immigration, and IP. Lee has over 30 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Universal City, CA
- Experience
- over 30 years
- Known for
- Entertainment · Immigration · IP
- Handles Entertainment, Immigration, and IP matters from Universal City, CA.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Lee Straus: Lee Straus is a v.p. buss. aff. based in Universal City, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, Immigration, and IP. Lee has over 30 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Lee Straus
Lee concentrates on entertainment, immigration, and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lee handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment
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Immigration
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IP
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Entertainment cases in Universal City, California
Lee takes entertainment matters in Universal City, 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.
Immigration cases in Universal City, California
Lee takes immigration matters in Universal City, 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 Universal City, California
Lee takes ip matters in Universal City, 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 Straus — Over 30 years of California entertainment experience
Lee Straus is a v.p. buss. aff. based in Universal City, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, Immigration, and IP. Lee has over 30 years of legal experience.
Lee Straus is a lawyer practicing entertainment, intellectual property, immigration law. Lee received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 1990, and has been licensed for 30 years. Lee practices in Universal City, CA.
Working with Lee on a entertainment matter
Lee Straus is a lawyer practicing entertainment, intellectual property, immigration law. Lee received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 1990, and has been licensed for 30 years. Lee practices in Universal City, CA.
Clients Lee works with
Lee reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, immigration, and ip matters in Universal City and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Lee Straus's legal education and bar admissions
Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles
J.D. · 1996
University of Southern California
B.A. · 1990
Jurisdictions
Lee's state bar admissions
California
1996 · ACTIVE
Lee studied at J.D. in Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles and B.A. in University of Southern California.
Law school and academic background
Lee completed J.D. in Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles and B.A. in University of Southern California. 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.
Locations
Lee Straus's office in Universal City
Lee's primary office is at 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA, 91608-1002. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Lee Straus — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment 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 entertainment attorney in Universal City, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment 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 entertainment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every entertainment 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 entertainment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Lee Straus
How much does it cost to hire Lee for a entertainment 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 entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Lee's current terms during booking.
How long do entertainment cases in California typically take?
Simple entertainment 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 Universal City?
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 entertainment 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
Entertainment attorneys serving Universal City, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Lee handles entertainment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified entertainment attorneys in that community.
- Universal City152 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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