Liesl Therese Schweizer, Business Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on Business and Real Estate
AssociateatSidley Austin LLP
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing business in Los Angeles since 2009.
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Liesl Therese Schweizer is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business and Real Estate. Liesl has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sidley Austin LLP.
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- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 17 years
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- Business · Real Estate
- Handles Business and Real Estate matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Liesl Therese Schweizer: Liesl Therese Schweizer is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business and Real Estate. Liesl has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sidley Austin LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Liesl takes on
Liesl concentrates on business and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Liesl handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Los Angeles, California
Liesl 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 Liesl agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Los Angeles, California
Liesl takes real estate 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 Liesl agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Liesl Therese Schweizer — business lawyer in Los Angeles
Liesl Therese Schweizer is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business and Real Estate. Liesl has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sidley Austin LLP.
Liesl Therese Schweizer is a lawyer practicing business law, real property law. Liesl received a B.A. degree from University of California in 1997, and has been licensed for 17 years. Liesl practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
How Liesl handles business matters
Liesl Therese Schweizer is a lawyer practicing business law, real property law. Liesl received a B.A. degree from University of California in 1997, and has been licensed for 17 years. Liesl practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
Who Liesl represents
Liesl reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and real estate matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Loyola Law School
J.D. · 2009
University of California
B.A. · 1997
Jurisdictions
Liesl's state bar admissions
California
2009 · ACTIVE
Liesl studied at J.D. in Loyola Law School and B.A. in University of California.
Law school and academic background
Liesl completed J.D. in Loyola Law School and B.A. in University of California. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Liesl runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Liesl Therese Schweizer's office in Los Angeles
Liesl's primary office is at 555 W. 5th St., Los Angeles, CA, 90013. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Liesl Therese Schweizer — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Liesl usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Liesl charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Liesl'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; Liesl 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 Liesl
Liesl 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. Liesl confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Liesl'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 Liesl Therese Schweizer
How much does it cost to hire Liesl for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Liesl walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Liesl offer a free consultation?
Liesl charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Liesl's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Liesl'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. Liesl gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Liesl take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Liesl 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 — Liesl 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 Liesl?
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. Liesl will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Liesl accepting new business clients right now?
Liesl'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 Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Liesl handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business 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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