Mindy M Yu, Criminal Defense Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 18 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, General, and Litigation
AttorneyatCauseway Capital Management Llc
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing criminal defense in Los Angeles since 2008.
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Mindy M Yu is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, General, and Litigation. Mindy has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Causeway Capital Management Llc.
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- Los Angeles, CA
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- over 18 years
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- Criminal Defense · General · Litigation
- Handles Criminal Defense, General, and Litigation matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Mindy M Yu: Mindy M Yu is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, General, and Litigation. Mindy has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Causeway Capital Management Llc.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Mindy M Yu
Mindy concentrates on criminal defense, general, litigation, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mindy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense
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Litigation
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M&A
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Criminal Defense cases in Los Angeles, California
Mindy takes criminal defense 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 Mindy agrees to represent you.
General cases in Los Angeles, California
Mindy takes general 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 Mindy agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California
Mindy takes litigation 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 Mindy agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in Los Angeles, California
Mindy takes m&a 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 Mindy agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Mindy M Yu — Over 18 years of California criminal defense experience
Mindy M Yu is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, General, and Litigation. Mindy has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Causeway Capital Management Llc.
Mindy M Yu is a lawyer practicing project finance, criminal defense, litigation and 1 other area of law. Mindy received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 2003, and has been licensed for 18 years. Mindy practices at Causeway Capital Management LLC in Los Angeles, CA.
Working with Mindy on a criminal defense matter
Mindy M Yu is a lawyer practicing project finance, criminal defense, litigation and 1 other area of law. Mindy received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 2003, and has been licensed for 18 years. Mindy practices at Causeway Capital Management LLC in Los Angeles, CA.
Clients Mindy works with
Mindy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, general, and litigation matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Mindy M Yu's legal education and bar admissions
Stanford Law School J.D. 2007 Senior Editor Stanford Law School J.D. Journal of Law Stanford Law School J.D. Business and Finance
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Dartmouth College
B.A. Government · 2003
Jurisdictions
Mindy's state bar admissions
California U.S. Dist
2009 · ACTIVE
New York
2008 · ACTIVE
Mindy studied at — in Stanford Law School J.D. 2007 Senior Editor Stanford Law School J.D. Journal of Law Stanford Law School J.D. Business and Finance and B.A. Government in Dartmouth College.
Law school and academic background
Mindy completed — in Stanford Law School J.D. 2007 Senior Editor Stanford Law School J.D. Journal of Law Stanford Law School J.D. Business and Finance and B.A. Government in Dartmouth College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mindy runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Mindy M Yu's office in Los Angeles
Mindy's primary office is at 11111 Santa Monica Blvd., Ste. 1550, Los Angeles, CA, 90025. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Causeway Capital Management Llc
11111 Santa Monica Blvd., Ste. 1550
Los Angeles, CA 90025
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How to hire Mindy M Yu — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mindy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mindy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mindy'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; Mindy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense 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 Mindy
Mindy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense 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. Mindy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mindy's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mindy M Yu
How much does it cost to hire Mindy for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mindy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mindy offer a free consultation?
Mindy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mindy's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Mindy's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in California typically take?
Simple criminal defense 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. Mindy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mindy take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Mindy 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 — Mindy 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 Mindy?
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. Mindy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mindy accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Mindy's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Criminal Defense attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Mindy handles criminal defense matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified criminal defense 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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