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Sanjay Bhandari, Litigation Attorney in San Diego, California

Over 30 years of legal practice

San Diego, CA

Practicing litigation in San Diego since 1996.

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Sanjay Bhandari is an attorney based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Litigation. Sanjay has over 30 years of legal experience.

Based in
San Diego, CA
Experience
over 30 years
Known for
Litigation
  • Handles Litigation matters from San Diego, CA.
  • Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Sanjay Bhandari: Sanjay Bhandari is an attorney based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Litigation. Sanjay has over 30 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Sanjay takes on

Sanjay concentrates on litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sanjay handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Litigation cases in San Diego, California

Sanjay takes litigation matters in San Diego, 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 Sanjay agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Sanjay Bhandari — litigation lawyer in San Diego

Sanjay Bhandari is an attorney based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Litigation. Sanjay has over 30 years of legal experience.

Sanjay Bhandari is a lawyer practicing litigation. Sanjay received a degree from Georgetown University in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years. Sanjay practices in San Diego, CA.

Working with Sanjay on a litigation matter

Sanjay Bhandari is a lawyer practicing litigation. Sanjay received a degree from Georgetown University in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years. Sanjay practices in San Diego, CA.

Clients Sanjay works with

Sanjay reviews new inquiries case-by-case for litigation matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Cornell law School

    J.D. · 1995

  • Georgetown University

    B.S. F.S. · 1991

Jurisdictions

Sanjay's state bar admissions

  • U.S. Court of Appeal

    1999 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1998 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. Court of Appeal

    1997 · ACTIVE

  • California

    1996 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1996 · ACTIVE

Sanjay studied at J.D. in Cornell law School and B.S. F.S. in Georgetown University.

Law school and academic background

Sanjay completed J.D. in Cornell law School and B.S. F.S. in Georgetown University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sanjay runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Sanjay Bhandari's office in San Diego

Sanjay's primary office is at 655 W Broadway Ste 1600, San Diego, CA, 92101-8494. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

655 W Broadway Ste 1600

San Diego, CA 92101-8494

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Hiring guide

How to hire Sanjay Bhandari — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new litigation attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sanjay usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Sanjay charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sanjay'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; Sanjay will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a litigation attorney in San Diego, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many litigation 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 Sanjay

Sanjay discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in litigation practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every litigation 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. Sanjay confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Sanjay's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many litigation practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Sanjay Bhandari

  • How much does it cost to hire Sanjay for a litigation case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sanjay walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Sanjay offer a free consultation?

    Sanjay charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sanjay's office. Some litigation attorneys offer free consults — check Sanjay's current terms during booking.

  • How long do litigation cases in California typically take?

    Simple litigation 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. Sanjay gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Sanjay take my case if I'm outside San Diego?

    Sanjay 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 — Sanjay 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 Sanjay?

    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. Sanjay will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Sanjay accepting new litigation clients right now?

    Sanjay's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Litigation attorneys serving San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California

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