
Samuel Yu, Business Attorney in Irvine, California
Over 19 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 14 verified client reviews
PartneratKahana Feld
Irvine, CA
Practicing business in Irvine since 2007.
- 19+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 14 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Samuel Yu is a partner based in Irvine, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. Samuel has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kahana Feld. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 14 client reviews.
- Based in
- Irvine, CA
- Experience
- over 19 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment · General
- Handles Business, Employment, and General matters from Irvine, CA.
- Over 19 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Samuel Yu: Samuel Yu is a partner based in Irvine, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. Samuel has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kahana Feld. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 14 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Samuel takes on
Samuel concentrates on business, employment, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Samuel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Employment
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Business cases in Irvine, California
Samuel takes business matters in Irvine, 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 Samuel agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Irvine, California
Samuel takes employment matters in Irvine, 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 Samuel agrees to represent you.
General cases in Irvine, California
Samuel takes general matters in Irvine, 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 Samuel agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Irvine, California
Samuel takes litigation matters in Irvine, 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 Samuel agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Samuel Yu — business lawyer in Irvine
Samuel Yu is a partner based in Irvine, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. Samuel has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kahana Feld. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 14 client reviews.
Samuel Yu is a lawyer practicing business & commercial litigation, labor & employment litigation, management liability and 1 other area of law. Samuel received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley, and has been licensed for 19 years. Samuel practices at Kahana Feld in Irvine, CA.
Working with Samuel on a business matter
Samuel Yu is a lawyer practicing business & commercial litigation, labor & employment litigation, management liability and 1 other area of law. Samuel received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley, and has been licensed for 19 years. Samuel practices at Kahana Feld in Irvine, CA.
Who Samuel represents
Samuel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and general matters in Irvine and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Loyola Law School in Los Angeles J.D. Loyola of Los Angeles International & Comparative Law Review, Staff Writer; U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Intern
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University of California, Berkeley B.A. Legal Studies
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Jurisdictions
Samuel's state bar admissions
California
2007 · ACTIVE
Samuel studied at — in Loyola Law School in Los Angeles J.D. Loyola of Los Angeles International & Comparative Law Review, Staff Writer; U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Intern and — in University of California, Berkeley B.A. Legal Studies.
Law school and academic background
Samuel completed — in Loyola Law School in Los Angeles J.D. Loyola of Los Angeles International & Comparative Law Review, Staff Writer; U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Intern and — in University of California, Berkeley B.A. Legal Studies. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Samuel runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Samuel has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Samuel's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of California Orange County Korean American Bar Association
membership
Locations
Samuel Yu's office in Irvine
Samuel's primary office is at 2603 Main Street, Suite 900, Irvine, CA, 92614. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Samuel Yu — 5.0/5 rating from 14 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Samuel. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Irvine.
5.0
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How to hire Samuel Yu — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Samuel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Samuel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Samuel'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; Samuel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Irvine, 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 Samuel
Samuel 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. Samuel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Samuel'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 Samuel Yu
How much does it cost to hire Samuel for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Samuel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Samuel offer a free consultation?
Samuel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Samuel's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Samuel'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. Samuel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Samuel take my case if I'm outside Irvine?
Samuel 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 — Samuel 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 Samuel?
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. Samuel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Samuel accepting new business clients right now?
Samuel'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 Irvine, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Samuel handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 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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