Noel Eugene Macaulay, Appellate Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Insurance, and Litigation
MemberatSchwartz And Janzen Llp
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing appellate in Los Angeles since 1985.
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Noel Eugene Macaulay is a member based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Insurance, and Litigation. Noel has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Schwartz And Janzen Llp.
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- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 41 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Insurance · Litigation
- Handles Appellate, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Noel Eugene Macaulay: Noel Eugene Macaulay is a member based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Insurance, and Litigation. Noel has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Schwartz And Janzen Llp.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Noel Eugene Macaulay
Noel concentrates on appellate, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Noel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Insurance
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Litigation
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Appellate cases in Los Angeles, California
Noel takes appellate 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 Noel agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Los Angeles, California
Noel takes insurance 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 Noel agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California
Noel 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 Noel agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Noel Eugene Macaulay — Over 41 years of California appellate experience
Noel Eugene Macaulay is a member based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Insurance, and Litigation. Noel has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Schwartz And Janzen Llp.
Noel Eugene Macaulay is a lawyer practicing litigation, appeals, insurance. Noel received a B.A. degree from Loyola Marymount University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years. Noel practices at Schwartz & Janzen, LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
Noel's approach to appellate cases
Noel Eugene Macaulay is a lawyer practicing litigation, appeals, insurance. Noel received a B.A. degree from Loyola Marymount University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years. Noel practices at Schwartz & Janzen, LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
Clients Noel works with
Noel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, insurance, and litigation matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Noel Eugene Macaulay's legal education and bar admissions
University of Southern California
J.D. · 1985
Loyola Marymount University
B.A. · 1981
Jurisdictions
Noel's state bar admissions
New York
1992 · ACTIVE
District of Columbia
1988 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1987 · ACTIVE
California
1985 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1985 · ACTIVE
Noel studied at J.D. in University of Southern California and B.A. in Loyola Marymount University.
Law school and academic background
Noel completed J.D. in University of Southern California and B.A. in Loyola Marymount University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Noel runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Noel's professional memberships and bar associations
Los Angeles County and New York State Bar Associations
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Locations
Noel Eugene Macaulay's office in Los Angeles
Noel's primary office is at 12100 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90025-7117. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Noel Eugene Macaulay — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Noel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Noel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Noel'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; Noel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Noel
Noel 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.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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. Noel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Noel's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Noel Eugene Macaulay
How much does it cost to hire Noel for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Noel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Noel offer a free consultation?
Noel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Noel's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Noel'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. Noel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Noel take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Noel 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 — Noel 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 Noel?
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. Noel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Noel accepting new appellate clients right now?
Noel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Appellate attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Noel handles appellate matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified appellate attorneys in that community.
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- 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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