Mark Labaton, Consumer Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 37 years of legal practice
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing consumer in Los Angeles since 1989.
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- Years practicing
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Mark Labaton is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Consumer. Mark has over 37 years of legal experience.
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- Handles Consumer matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Mark Labaton: Mark Labaton is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Consumer. Mark has over 37 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Mark takes on
Mark concentrates on consumer. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Consumer cases in Los Angeles, California
Mark takes consumer 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
Meet Mark Labaton — consumer lawyer in Los Angeles
Mark Labaton is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Consumer. Mark has over 37 years of legal experience.
Mark Labaton is a lawyer practicing securities & consumer fraud. Mark received a M.A. degree from Northwestern University Medill School of Journalism in 1981, and has been licensed for 37 years. Mark practices in Los Angeles, CA.
Working with Mark on a consumer matter
Mark Labaton is a lawyer practicing securities & consumer fraud. Mark received a M.A. degree from Northwestern University Medill School of Journalism in 1981, and has been licensed for 37 years. Mark practices in Los Angeles, CA.
Clients Mark works with
Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for consumer matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Duke University School of Law
J.D. · 1988
Northwestern University Medill School of Journalism
M.A. Oberlin · 1981
Jurisdictions
Mark's state bar admissions
CA Supreme Courts of
1992 · ACTIVE
District of Columbia
1990 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1989 · ACTIVE
Mark studied at J.D. in Duke University School of Law and M.A. Oberlin in Northwestern University Medill School of Journalism.
Law school and academic background
Mark completed J.D. in Duke University School of Law and M.A. Oberlin in Northwestern University Medill School of Journalism. 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.
Locations
Mark Labaton's office in Los Angeles
Mark's primary office is at 555 S Flower St Ste 4250, Los Angeles, CA, 90071-2444. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Mark Labaton — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new consumer 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 consumer attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many consumer 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 consumer practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every consumer 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 consumer practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mark Labaton
How much does it cost to hire Mark for a consumer 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 consumer attorneys offer free consults — check Mark's current terms during booking.
How long do consumer cases in California typically take?
Simple consumer 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 consumer 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
Consumer attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Mark handles consumer matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified consumer 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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