Lonny Block, Employment Attorney in Palo Alto, California

Lonny concentrates on employment, employment contracts, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lonny handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Employment

  View other Employment attorneys

• Employment Contracts

  View other Employment Contracts attorneys

• Tax

  View other Tax attorneys

Lonny's primary office is at 525 University Avenue Suite 1100, Palo Alto, CA, 94301. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lonny usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Lonny discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Lonny for a employment case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lonny walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Lonny offer a free consultation?

  Lonny charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lonny's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Lonny's current terms during booking.

• How long do employment cases in California typically take?

  Simple employment 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. Lonny gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Lonny take my case if I'm outside Palo Alto?

  Lonny 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 — Lonny 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 Lonny?

  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. Lonny will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Lonny accepting new employment clients right now?

  Lonny's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.