Madonna Lisa Devling, Education Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Education, Employment, and General
PartneratLewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing education in Los Angeles since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Madonna Lisa Devling is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Education, Employment, and General. Madonna has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP.
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- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- Education · Employment · General
- Handles Education, Employment, and General matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Madonna Lisa Devling: Madonna Lisa Devling is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Education, Employment, and General. Madonna has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Madonna Lisa Devling
Madonna concentrates on education, employment, general, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Madonna handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Education
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Employment
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General
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Insurance
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Education cases in Los Angeles, California
Madonna takes education 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 Madonna agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Los Angeles, California
Madonna takes employment 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 Madonna agrees to represent you.
General cases in Los Angeles, California
Madonna takes general 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 Madonna agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Los Angeles, California
Madonna takes insurance 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 Madonna agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California
Madonna takes litigation 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 Madonna agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Madonna Lisa Devling — Over 34 years of California education experience
Madonna Lisa Devling is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Education, Employment, and General. Madonna has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP.
Madonna Lisa Devling is a lawyer practicing personal injury, insurance, litigation and 4 other areas of law. Madonna received a B.A. degree from State University of New York College at Geneseo in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years. Madonna practices at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
How Madonna handles education matters
Madonna Lisa Devling is a lawyer practicing personal injury, insurance, litigation and 4 other areas of law. Madonna received a B.A. degree from State University of New York College at Geneseo in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years. Madonna practices at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
The kind of cases Madonna takes
Madonna reviews new inquiries case-by-case for education, employment, and general matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Madonna Lisa Devling's legal education and bar admissions
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law
J.D. · 1992
State University of New York College at Geneseo
B.A. · 1989
Jurisdictions
Madonna's state bar admissions
California
1992 · ACTIVE
Madonna studied at J.D. in State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law and B.A. in State University of New York College at Geneseo.
Law school and academic background
Madonna completed J.D. in State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law and B.A. in State University of New York College at Geneseo. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Madonna runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Madonna Lisa Devling's office in Los Angeles
Madonna's primary office is at 221 N Figueroa St., Ste. 1200, Los Angeles, CA, 90012. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP
221 N Figueroa St., Ste. 1200
Los Angeles, CA 90012
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How to hire Madonna Lisa Devling — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new education attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Madonna usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Madonna charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Madonna'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; Madonna will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a education attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many education 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 Madonna
Madonna discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in education practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every education 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. Madonna confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Madonna's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many education practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Madonna Lisa Devling
How much does it cost to hire Madonna for a education case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Madonna walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Madonna offer a free consultation?
Madonna charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Madonna's office. Some education attorneys offer free consults — check Madonna's current terms during booking.
How long do education cases in California typically take?
Simple education 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. Madonna gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Madonna take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Madonna 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 — Madonna 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 Madonna?
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. Madonna will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Madonna accepting new education clients right now?
Madonna's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Education attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Madonna handles education matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified education 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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