Megan Smiley, Business Attorney in San Diego, California
Over 20 years of legal practice
San Diego, CA
Practicing business in San Diego since 2006.
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- Years practicing
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Megan Smiley is an attorney based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Business. Megan has over 20 years of legal experience.
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- San Diego, CA
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- Handles Business matters from San Diego, CA.
- Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Megan Smiley: Megan Smiley is an attorney based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Business. Megan has over 20 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Megan takes on
Megan concentrates on business. Each area below outlines the kind of case Megan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in San Diego, California
Megan takes business matters in San Diego, 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 Megan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Megan Smiley — business lawyer in San Diego
Megan Smiley is an attorney based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Business. Megan has over 20 years of legal experience.
Megan Smiley is a lawyer practicing corporate. Megan received a B.A. degree from Colby College in 2000, and has been licensed for 20 years. Megan practices in San Diego, CA.
Megan's approach to business cases
Megan Smiley is a lawyer practicing corporate. Megan received a B.A. degree from Colby College in 2000, and has been licensed for 20 years. Megan practices in San Diego, CA.
Clients Megan works with
Megan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Boston College Law School
J.D. · 2006
Colby College
B.A. · 2000
Jurisdictions
Megan's state bar admissions
Massachusetts (Inact
2006 · ACTIVE
Megan studied at J.D. in Boston College Law School and B.A. in Colby College.
Law school and academic background
Megan completed J.D. in Boston College Law School and B.A. in Colby College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Megan runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Megan Smiley's office in San Diego
Megan's primary office is at 3710 Villa Ter, San Diego, CA, 92104-3430. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Megan Smiley
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How to hire Megan Smiley — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Megan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Megan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Megan'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; Megan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in San Diego, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Megan
Megan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Megan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Megan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Megan Smiley
How much does it cost to hire Megan for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Megan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Megan offer a free consultation?
Megan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Megan's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Megan's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in California typically take?
Simple business 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. Megan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Megan take my case if I'm outside San Diego?
Megan 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 — Megan 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 Megan?
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. Megan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Megan accepting new business clients right now?
Megan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Megan handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 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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