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Shun Yao, Entertainment Attorney in Davis, California

Over 20 years of legal practice

Practicing entertainment in Davis since 2006.

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Shun Yao is a partner based in Davis, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment. Shun has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Park, Vaughan, Fleming & Dowler LLP.

Based in
Davis, CA
Experience
over 20 years
Known for
Entertainment
  • Handles Entertainment matters from Davis, CA.
  • Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Shun Yao: Shun Yao is a partner based in Davis, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment. Shun has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Park, Vaughan, Fleming & Dowler LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Shun takes on

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

Entertainment cases in Davis, California

Shun takes entertainment matters in Davis, 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 Shun agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Shun Yao — entertainment lawyer in Davis

Shun Yao is a partner based in Davis, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment. Shun has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Park, Vaughan, Fleming & Dowler LLP.

Shun Yao is a lawyer practicing communications / media. Shun received a B.E. degree from Tsinghua University, Beijing, and has been licensed for 20 years. Shun practices at Park, Vaughan, Fleming & Dowler LLP in Davis, CA.

How Shun handles entertainment matters

Shun Yao is a lawyer practicing communications / media. Shun received a B.E. degree from Tsinghua University, Beijing, and has been licensed for 20 years. Shun practices at Park, Vaughan, Fleming & Dowler LLP in Davis, CA.

The kind of cases Shun takes

Shun reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment matters in Davis and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of California, Davis School of Law J.D. Electrical and Computer Engineering

  • Tsinghua University, Beijing B.E. Electrical Engineering University of California, Davis School of Law Ph.D. Electrical and Computer Engineering

Jurisdictions

Shun's state bar admissions

  • California registere

    2006 · ACTIVE

Shun studied at — in University of California, Davis School of Law J.D. Electrical and Computer Engineering and — in Tsinghua University, Beijing B.E. Electrical Engineering University of California, Davis School of Law Ph.D. Electrical and Computer Engineering.

Law school and academic background

Shun completed — in University of California, Davis School of Law J.D. Electrical and Computer Engineering and — in Tsinghua University, Beijing B.E. Electrical Engineering University of California, Davis School of Law Ph.D. Electrical and Computer Engineering. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Shun runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Shun Yao's office in Davis

Shun's primary office is at 2820 Fifth St., Davis, CA, 95618. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Park, Vaughan, Fleming & Dowler LLP

2820 Fifth St.

Davis, CA 95618

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Hiring guide

How to hire Shun Yao — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in Davis, 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 Shun

Shun 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. Shun confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Shun'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 Shun Yao

  • How much does it cost to hire Shun for a entertainment case?

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

  • Does Shun offer a free consultation?

    Shun charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shun's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Shun'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. Shun gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Shun take my case if I'm outside Davis?

    Shun 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 — Shun 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 Shun?

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

  • Is Shun accepting new entertainment clients right now?

    Shun'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 Davis, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California

Shun handles entertainment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified entertainment attorneys in that community.

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