Robert Frank Helfing, Entertainment Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 47 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, General, and IP · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratSedgwick LLP
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing entertainment in Los Angeles since 1979.
- 47+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Robert Frank Helfing is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and IP. Robert has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sedgwick LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 47 years
- Known for
- Entertainment · General · IP
- Handles Entertainment, General, and IP matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 47 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Robert Frank Helfing: Robert Frank Helfing is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and IP. Robert has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sedgwick LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Robert takes on
Robert concentrates on entertainment, general, and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Robert handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment
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IP
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Entertainment cases in Los Angeles, California
Robert takes entertainment 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
General cases in Los Angeles, California
Robert 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Los Angeles, California
Robert takes ip 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 Robert agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Robert Frank Helfing — entertainment lawyer in Los Angeles
Robert Frank Helfing is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and IP. Robert has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sedgwick LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Robert Frank Helfing is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, entertainment law, unfair competition. Robert received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years. Robert practices at Sedgwick LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
How Robert handles entertainment matters
Robert Frank Helfing is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, entertainment law, unfair competition. Robert received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years. Robert practices at Sedgwick LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
The kind of cases Robert takes
Robert reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, general, and ip matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Southwestern University School of Law
J.D. · 1979
University of California at Los Angeles
B.A. · 1976
Jurisdictions
Robert's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
1990 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1980 · ACTIVE
California
1979 · ACTIVE
Robert studied at J.D. in Southwestern University School of Law and B.A. in University of California at Los Angeles.
Law school and academic background
Robert completed J.D. in Southwestern University School of Law and B.A. in University of California at Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Robert runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Robert has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Robert's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of California (Co-Chair, Copyright Standing Committee Member, Intellectual Property Section) Los Angeles Copyright Society
membership
Locations
Robert Frank Helfing's office in Los Angeles
Robert's primary office is at 801 South Figueroa Street, 19th Floor, Los Angeles, CA, 90017-5556. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Sedgwick LLP
801 South Figueroa Street, 19th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90017-5556
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Client reviews of Robert Frank Helfing — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Robert. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing entertainment attorneys in Los Angeles.
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How to hire Robert Frank Helfing — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Robert usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Robert charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert'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; Robert will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment 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 Robert
Robert discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in entertainment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every entertainment 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. Robert confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Robert's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many entertainment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Robert Frank Helfing
How much does it cost to hire Robert for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Robert walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Robert offer a free consultation?
Robert charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Robert's current terms during booking.
How long do entertainment cases in California typically take?
Simple entertainment 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. Robert gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Robert take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Robert 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 — Robert 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 Robert?
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. Robert will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Robert accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Robert's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Entertainment attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Robert handles entertainment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified entertainment 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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