
Scott Loeding, Appellate Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 38 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Employment, and General
PartneratMurchison & Cumming, LLP
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing appellate in Los Angeles since 1988.
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Scott Loeding is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Employment, and General. Scott has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Murchison & Cumming, LLP.
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- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 38 years
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- Appellate · Employment · General
- Handles Appellate, Employment, and General matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 38 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Scott Loeding: Scott Loeding is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Employment, and General. Scott has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Murchison & Cumming, LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Scott Loeding
Scott concentrates on appellate, employment, general, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Scott handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Employment
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General
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Insurance
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Litigation
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Appellate cases in Los Angeles, California
Scott 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 Scott agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Los Angeles, California
Scott takes employment 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 Scott agrees to represent you.
General cases in Los Angeles, California
Scott 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 Scott agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Los Angeles, California
Scott 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 Scott agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California
Scott 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 Scott agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Scott Loeding — Over 38 years of California appellate experience
Scott Loeding is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Employment, and General. Scott has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Murchison & Cumming, LLP.
Scott Loeding is a lawyer practicing employment law, general liability & casualty, insurance law and 4 other areas of law. Scott received a B.A. degree from St. John's University in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years. Scott practices at Murchison & Cumming, LLP in Los Angeles, CA and 1 other location.
How Scott handles appellate matters
Scott Loeding is a lawyer practicing employment law, general liability & casualty, insurance law and 4 other areas of law. Scott received a B.A. degree from St. John's University in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years. Scott practices at Murchison & Cumming, LLP in Los Angeles, CA and 1 other location.
Who Scott represents
Scott reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, employment, and general matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Scott Loeding's legal education and bar admissions
Hamline University School of Law, St. Paul, Minnesota
J.D. · 1987
St. John's University
B.A. · 1984
Jurisdictions
Scott's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
2006 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1995 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1992 · ACTIVE
California
1992 · ACTIVE
Minnesota
1988 · ACTIVE
Scott studied at J.D. in Hamline University School of Law, St. Paul, Minnesota and B.A. in St. John's University.
Law school and academic background
Scott completed J.D. in Hamline University School of Law, St. Paul, Minnesota and B.A. in St. John's University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Scott runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Scott Loeding's office in Los Angeles
Scott's primary office is at 801 South Grand Avenue, 9th Floor, Los Angeles, CA, 90017. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Murchison & Cumming, LLP
801 South Grand Avenue, 9th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90017
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How to hire Scott Loeding — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Scott usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Scott charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Scott'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; Scott 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 Scott
Scott 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. Scott confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Scott'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 Scott Loeding
How much does it cost to hire Scott for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Scott walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Scott offer a free consultation?
Scott charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Scott's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Scott'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. Scott gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Scott take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Scott 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 — Scott 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 Scott?
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. Scott will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Scott accepting new appellate clients right now?
Scott'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
Scott 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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