How much does it cost to hire Su for a legal case?

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

Does Su offer a free consultation?

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

How long do legal cases in California typically take?

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

Can Su take my case if I'm outside Palo Alto?

Su 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 — Su 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 Su?

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

Is Su accepting new legal clients right now?

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

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Su Won Hwang — Attorney in Palo Alto, California

Over 32 years of legal practice

Palo Alto, CA

Practicing law in Palo Alto since 1994.

32+: Years practicing
1: Bar admission

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Su Won Hwang is an attorney based in Palo Alto, CA. Su has over 32 years of legal experience.

Based in: Palo Alto, CA
Experience: over 32 years
Known for: legal services

Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Biography

Su Won Hwang, legal attorney serving Palo Alto

Su Won Hwang is an attorney based in Palo Alto, CA. Su has over 32 years of legal experience. Su works from Palo Alto, California and takes on legal matters across the region.

Su Won Hwang is a lawyer. Su received a B.A. degree from Wesleyan University in 1988, and has been licensed for 32 years. Su practices in Palo Alto, CA.

Clients Su works with

Su reviews new inquiries case-by-case across a general legal practice in Palo Alto and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Su studied and practices

Stanford Law School
J.D. · 1994
Wesleyan University
B.A. · 1988

Jurisdictions

Su's state bar admissions

California
1994 · ACTIVE

Su studied at J.D. in Stanford Law School and B.A. in Wesleyan University.

Law school and academic background

Su completed J.D. in Stanford Law School and B.A. in Wesleyan University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Su runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Su Won Hwang's office in Palo Alto

Su's primary office is at 159 Melville Ave, Palo Alto, CA, 94301-3541. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

159 Melville Ave

Palo Alto, CA 94301-3541

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Hiring guide

How to hire Su Won Hwang — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a legal attorney in Palo Alto, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many legal 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 Su

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every legal 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. Su confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Su Won Hwang

How much does it cost to hire Su for a legal case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Su walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Su offer a free consultation?
Su charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Su's office. Some legal attorneys offer free consults — check Su's current terms during booking.
How long do legal cases in California typically take?
Simple legal 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. Su gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Su take my case if I'm outside Palo Alto?
Su 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 — Su 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 Su?
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. Su will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Su accepting new legal clients right now?
Su's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.