Trevor Jacob Mayer, Appellate Attorney in Santa Monica, California

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

• Appellate

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Trevor's primary office is at 725 Arizona Ave Ste 206, Santa Monica, CA, 90401-1735. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

Trevor 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.

• How much does it cost to hire Trevor for a appellate case?

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

• Does Trevor offer a free consultation?

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

• Can Trevor take my case if I'm outside Santa Monica?

  Trevor 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 — Trevor 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 Trevor?

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

• Is Trevor accepting new appellate clients right now?

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