Mark Birnbaum, Real Estate Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, CA
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Mark Birnbaum is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Real Estate.
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- Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA
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- Real Estate
- Handles Real Estate matters from Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026).
About Mark Birnbaum: Mark Birnbaum is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Real Estate.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Mark Birnbaum
Mark concentrates on real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Real Estate cases in Los Angeles, California
Mark 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 Mark agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Mark Birnbaum — Attorney of California real estate experience
Mark Birnbaum is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Real Estate.
Mark Birnbaum, a partner, focuses his practice on real estate and real estate finance. He works with numerous lenders and Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities (CMBS) servicers on a national basis with respect to real property secured loan workouts and Real Estate Owned (REO) dispositions, including loan restructures, modifications, assumptions, forbearances, discounted payoffs, judicial and non-judicial foreclosures, bankruptcies, guarantor actions and receivership appointments. He also works with a variety of clients with respect to leases and real estate acquisitions and dispositions.
Mark's approach to real estate cases
Mark Birnbaum, a partner, focuses his practice on real estate and real estate finance. He works with numerous lenders and Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities (CMBS) servicers on a national basis with respect to real property secured loan workouts and Real Estate Owned (REO) dispositions, including loan restructures, modifications, assumptions, forbearances, discounted payoffs, judicial and…
Clients Mark works with
Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for real estate matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Mark Birnbaum's legal education and bar admissions
University of Southern California
J.D. · 1991
Jurisdictions
Mark's state bar admissions
California, The Stat
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Mark studied at J.D. in University of Southern California.
Law school and academic background
Mark completed J.D. in University of Southern California. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mark runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Mark Birnbaum
Mark has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securitization and Structured Finance Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Securitization and Structured Finance Law (2026).
Locations
Mark Birnbaum's office in Los Angeles
Mark's primary office is at 1888 Century Park East, Suite 1700, Los Angeles, California, 90067-1721. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Mark Birnbaum — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new real estate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mark usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mark charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark'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; Mark will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a real estate attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many real estate 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 Mark
Mark discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in real estate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every real estate 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. Mark confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mark's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many real estate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mark Birnbaum
How much does it cost to hire Mark for a real estate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mark walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mark offer a free consultation?
Mark charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark's office. Some real estate attorneys offer free consults — check Mark's current terms during booking.
How long do real estate cases in California typically take?
Simple real estate 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. Mark gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mark take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Mark 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 — Mark 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 Mark?
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. Mark will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mark accepting new real estate clients right now?
Mark's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Real Estate attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Mark handles real estate matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified real estate 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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