Max Factor III, ADR Attorney in Malibu, California
Over 56 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Employment, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatFactorlaw Mediation And Arbitration Services Inc
Malibu, CA
Practicing adr in Malibu since 1970.
- 56+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Max Factor III is a member based in Malibu, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Employment, and Litigation. Max has over 56 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Factorlaw Mediation And Arbitration Services Inc. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Malibu, CA
- Experience
- over 56 years
- Known for
- ADR · Employment · Litigation
- Handles ADR, Employment, and Litigation matters from Malibu, CA.
- Over 56 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Max Factor III: Max Factor III is a member based in Malibu, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Employment, and Litigation. Max has over 56 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Factorlaw Mediation And Arbitration Services Inc. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Max takes on
Max concentrates on adr, employment, litigation, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Max handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Employment
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Litigation
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Real Estate
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ADR cases in Malibu, California
Max takes adr matters in Malibu, 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 Max agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Malibu, California
Max takes employment matters in Malibu, 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 Max agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Malibu, California
Max takes litigation matters in Malibu, 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 Max agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Malibu, California
Max takes real estate matters in Malibu, 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 Max agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Max Factor III — adr lawyer in Malibu
Max Factor III is a member based in Malibu, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Employment, and Litigation. Max has over 56 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Factorlaw Mediation And Arbitration Services Inc. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Max Factor III is a lawyer practicing mediation, arbitration, labor & employment and 2 other areas of law. Max received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1966, and has been licensed for 56 years. Max practices at Factorlaw: Mediation & Arbitration Services, Inc. in Malibu, CA.
Working with Max on a adr matter
Max Factor III is a lawyer practicing mediation, arbitration, labor & employment and 2 other areas of law. Max received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1966, and has been licensed for 56 years. Max practices at Factorlaw: Mediation & Arbitration Services, Inc. in Malibu, CA.
Who Max represents
Max reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, employment, and litigation matters in Malibu and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Yale University
J.D. · 1969
Harvard University
B.A. · 1966
Jurisdictions
Max's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
1971 · ACTIVE
California
1970 · ACTIVE
Max studied at J.D. in Yale University and B.A. in Harvard University.
Law school and academic background
Max completed J.D. in Yale University and B.A. in Harvard University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Max runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Max has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Max's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of California
membership
Locations
Max Factor III's office in Malibu
Max's primary office is at 21355 Pacific Coast Hwy., Ste. 200, Malibu, CA, 90265-5224. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Factorlaw Mediation And Arbitration Services Inc
21355 Pacific Coast Hwy., Ste. 200
Malibu, CA 90265-5224
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Client reviews of Max Factor III — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Max Factor III — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Max usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Max charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Max'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; Max will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Malibu, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Max
Max discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Max confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Max's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Max Factor III
How much does it cost to hire Max for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Max walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Max offer a free consultation?
Max charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Max's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Max's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in California typically take?
Simple adr 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. Max gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Max take my case if I'm outside Malibu?
Max 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 — Max 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 Max?
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. Max will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Max accepting new adr clients right now?
Max's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
ADR attorneys serving Malibu, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Max handles adr matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr attorneys in that community.
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