Mayo Lawrence Makarczyk, Appellate Attorney in Santa Monica, California

Mayo concentrates on appellate and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mayo handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Appellate

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Mayo's primary office is at 3435 Ocean Park Blvd., Ste. 107, Santa Monica, CA, 90405. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Mayo for a appellate case?

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

• Does Mayo offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do appellate cases in California typically take?

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

• Can Mayo take my case if I'm outside Santa Monica?

  Mayo 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 — Mayo 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 Mayo?

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

• Is Mayo accepting new appellate clients right now?

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