
Paul Kujawsky, Appellate Attorney in Culver City, California
Over 43 years of legal practice
AttorneyatLaw Office of Paul Kujawsky
Culver City, CA
Practicing appellate in Culver City since 1983.
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Paul Kujawsky is an attorney based in Culver City, CA. The practice focuses on Appellate. Paul has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Office of Paul Kujawsky.
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- Culver City, CA
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- over 43 years
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- Appellate
- Handles Appellate matters from Culver City, CA.
- Over 43 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Paul Kujawsky: Paul Kujawsky is an attorney based in Culver City, CA. The practice focuses on Appellate. Paul has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Office of Paul Kujawsky.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Paul takes on
Paul concentrates on appellate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Paul handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate cases in Culver City, California
Paul takes appellate matters in Culver City, 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 Paul agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Paul Kujawsky — appellate lawyer in Culver City
Paul Kujawsky is an attorney based in Culver City, CA. The practice focuses on Appellate. Paul has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Office of Paul Kujawsky.
Firm principal Paul Kujawsky has thirty years of experience as an appellate attorney. He began his career as a staff attorney with the California Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District, where he drafted scores of opinions for the court in all areas of civil and criminal law. From 1989 to 1994, he was employed by the firm of Wasserman, Comden and Casselman, in Tarzana, California. There, he drafted and reviewed discovery, performed legal research, prepared motions, and wrote appellate briefs and writ petitions for the firm’s complex insurance defense and government liability cases. In 1994, Mr. Kujawsky opened his own appellate law practice in Studio City, California. Since that time, he has focused exclusively in appellate practice, in all areas of civil and criminal law. Over the years, he has had the opportunity to use his expertise to help many clients and fellow attorneys through the appeals process. Mr. Kujawsky is proud to have written an amicus brief for members of Congress in Zivotofsky v. Clinton, 10-699. [An American citizen born in Jerusalem is entitled to have “Israel” listed as his birthplace in his passport. Congress shares foreign policy management with the President; the President can’t nullify Congressional legislation with a “signing statement.”] The brief helped persuade the U.S. Supreme Court to decide the important Constitutional questions in the case. Mr. Kujawsky received his Juris Doctorate from the University of California, Davis School of Law and his undergraduate degree from Yale University. He was admitted to practice in the state of California in 1983. Mr. Kujawsky is an independent, creative thinker who has exceptionalwriting skills.
Paul's approach to appellate cases
Firm principal Paul Kujawsky has thirty years of experience as an appellate attorney. He began his career as a staff attorney with the California Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District, where he drafted scores of opinions for the court in all areas of civil and criminal law. From 1989 to 1994, he was employed by the firm of Wasserman, Comden and Casselman, in Tarzana, California. There, he…
Clients Paul works with
Paul reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate matters in Culver City and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of California School of Law, Davis
J.D. · 1983
Yale University
B.A. · 1978
Jurisdictions
Paul's state bar admissions
Washington U.S. Dist
1990 · ACTIVE
California
1983 · ACTIVE
Paul studied at J.D. in University of California School of Law, Davis and B.A. in Yale University.
Law school and academic background
Paul completed J.D. in University of California School of Law, Davis and B.A. in Yale University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Paul runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Paul's professional memberships and bar associations
Los Angeles County (Member, Committees on: Amicus Briefs Appellate, 2009-2011) and San Fernando Valley Bar Associations State Bar of California
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Locations
Paul Kujawsky's office in Culver City
Paul's primary office is at .10603 Flaxton St., Culver City, CA, 90230. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Paul Kujawsky — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Paul usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Paul charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Paul'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; Paul will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Culver City, 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 Paul
Paul 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. Paul confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Paul'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 Paul Kujawsky
How much does it cost to hire Paul for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Paul walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Paul offer a free consultation?
Paul charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Paul's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Paul'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. Paul gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Paul take my case if I'm outside Culver City?
Paul 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 — Paul 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 Paul?
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. Paul will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Paul accepting new appellate clients right now?
Paul'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 Culver City, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Paul 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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- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
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