
Mindy S. Bae, Business Attorney in Los Angeles, California
focused on Business, General, and Litigation
PartneratWood Smith Henning Berman Llp
Los Angeles, CA
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Mindy S. Bae is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. Currently practicing at Wood Smith Henning Berman Llp.
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- Handles Business, General, and Litigation matters from Los Angeles, CA.
About Mindy S. Bae: Mindy S. Bae is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. Currently practicing at Wood Smith Henning Berman Llp.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Mindy takes on
Mindy concentrates on business, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mindy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Litigation
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Business cases in Los Angeles, California
Mindy takes business 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.
Biography
Meet Mindy S. Bae — business lawyer in Los Angeles
Mindy S. Bae is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. Currently practicing at Wood Smith Henning Berman Llp.
Mindy Bae is a partner at WSHB, advising clients from the firm’s El Segundo, California and Seattle, Washington offices. She is recognized for her cross-jurisdictional expertise and commitment to client service. Her practice is focused on professional liability and commercial litigation. She represents licensed professionals, including attorneys, architects, accountants, real estate brokers and agents, insurance brokers, and property management companies. She also has extensive business and commercial litigation experience involving claims of breach of contract, fraud/misrepresentation, and intellectual property theft, as well as transactional experience negotiating and drafting business-to-business agreements.
While in law school, Mindy was a business and legal affairs extern at Lionsgate and IM Global, an independent film production company. She also served as a judicial extern to the Honorable Barry Russell of the United States Bankruptcy Court, Central District of California, and to the Honorable Stuart M. Rice of the Los Angeles Superior Court.
Mindy’s achievements have earned her recognition as a Southern California Rising Star by Super Lawyers each year from 2020 through 2024.
Newsroom
News
•20 WSHB Attorneys Elected Into Partnership
Firm News, 1.9.23
•Frances O'Meara and Her Team Join WSHB as Trial Attorneys
Firm News, 7.19.22
Publications
•Court Rules False Online Posts About Contractor Actionable as Libel
Case Updates, 1.22.24
•Moral of the Story: Pay Arbitration Fees on Time or Risk Heading to Court
Case Updates, 7.10.23
•Declaration of Person Most Knowledgeable Fails to Rise Above Hearsay Rules in Toxic Talc Case
Case Updates, 3.10.23
In the News
•WSHB Wins ICRAA Cases, Helping to Shape the Landscape for Landlord and Property Management Liability
•Court Rules False Online Posts About Contractor Actionable as Libel
•Moral of the Story: Pay Arbitration Fees on Time or Risk Heading to Court
•Declaration of Person Most Knowledgeable Fails to Rise Above Hearsay Rules in Toxic Talc Case
Honors & Recognitions
•Named a Southern California Rising Star by Super Lawyers ( 2020 - 2024)
•Top-rated Professional Liability attorney in Los Angeles, California
Working with Mindy on a business matter
Mindy Bae is a partner at WSHB, advising clients from the firm’s El Segundo, California and Seattle, Washington offices. She is recognized for her cross-jurisdictional expertise and commitment to client service. Her practice is focused on professional liability and commercial litigation. She represents licensed professionals, including attorneys, architects, accountants, real estate brokers and…
Who Mindy represents
Mindy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and litigation matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Southwestern University School of Law J.D.
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University of California, Los Angeles B.A.
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Mindy studied at — in Southwestern University School of Law J.D. and — in University of California, Los Angeles B.A..
Law school and academic background
Mindy completed — in Southwestern University School of Law J.D. and — in University of California, Los Angeles B.A.. 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 S. Bae's office in Los Angeles
Mindy's primary office is at 401 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1070, Los Angeles, CA, 90024-3702. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Wood Smith Henning Berman Llp
401 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1070
Los Angeles, CA 90024-3702
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How to hire Mindy S. Bae — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business 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 business attorney in Los Angeles, 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 Mindy
Mindy 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. 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 business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mindy S. Bae
How much does it cost to hire Mindy for a business 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 business attorneys offer free consults — check Mindy'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. 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 business 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
Business attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Mindy handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business 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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