Stephen Lowell Hurst, Contracts Attorney in San Carlos, California
Over 42 years of legal practice · focused on Contracts, General, and IP
Sunray Asset Management Inc.
San Carlos, CA
Practicing contracts in San Carlos since 1984.
- 42+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Stephen Lowell Hurst is a sunray asset management inc. based in San Carlos, CA. The practice focuses on Contracts, General, and IP. Stephen has over 42 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- San Carlos, CA
- Experience
- over 42 years
- Known for
- Contracts · General · IP
- Handles Contracts, General, and IP matters from San Carlos, CA.
- Over 42 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Stephen Lowell Hurst: Stephen Lowell Hurst is a sunray asset management inc. based in San Carlos, CA. The practice focuses on Contracts, General, and IP. Stephen has over 42 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Stephen Lowell Hurst
Stephen concentrates on contracts, general, and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Stephen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Contracts cases in San Carlos, California
Stephen takes contracts matters in San Carlos, 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.
General cases in San Carlos, California
Stephen takes general matters in San Carlos, 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.
IP cases in San Carlos, California
Stephen takes ip matters in San Carlos, 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Stephen Lowell Hurst — Over 42 years of California contracts experience
Stephen Lowell Hurst is a sunray asset management inc. based in San Carlos, CA. The practice focuses on Contracts, General, and IP. Stephen has over 42 years of legal experience.
Stephen Lowell Hurst is a lawyer practicing contracts & agreements, intellectual property, licensing and 1 other area of law. Stephen received a B.S. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1978, and has been licensed for 42 years. Stephen practices in San Carlos, CA.
How Stephen handles contracts matters
Stephen Lowell Hurst is a lawyer practicing contracts & agreements, intellectual property, licensing and 1 other area of law. Stephen received a B.S. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1978, and has been licensed for 42 years. Stephen practices in San Carlos, CA.
Who Stephen represents
Stephen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for contracts, general, and ip matters in San Carlos and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Stephen Lowell Hurst's legal education and bar admissions
Golden Gate University School of Law
J.D. · 1984
University of California at Berkeley
B.S. · 1978
Jurisdictions
Stephen's state bar admissions
California registere
1984 · ACTIVE
Stephen studied at J.D. in Golden Gate University School of Law and B.S. in University of California at Berkeley.
Law school and academic background
Stephen completed J.D. in Golden Gate University School of Law and B.S. in University of California at Berkeley. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Stephen runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Stephen Lowell Hurst's office in San Carlos
Stephen's primary office is at 655 Skyway Road, San Carlos, CA, 94070. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Stephen Lowell Hurst — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new contracts attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Stephen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Stephen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen'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; Stephen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a contracts attorney in San Carlos, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many contracts 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 Stephen
Stephen discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in contracts practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every contracts 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. Stephen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Stephen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many contracts practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Stephen Lowell Hurst
How much does it cost to hire Stephen for a contracts case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Stephen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Stephen offer a free consultation?
Stephen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen's office. Some contracts attorneys offer free consults — check Stephen's current terms during booking.
How long do contracts cases in California typically take?
Simple contracts 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. Stephen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Stephen take my case if I'm outside San Carlos?
Stephen 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 — Stephen 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 Stephen?
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. Stephen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Stephen accepting new contracts clients right now?
Stephen's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Contracts attorneys serving San Carlos, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
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