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Vincent H. Chieffo, Civil Rights Attorney in Los Angeles, California

focused on Civil Rights, Copyright, and Entertainment

Los Angeles, CA

Trusted civil rights attorney serving Los Angeles.

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Vincent H. Chieffo is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Copyright, and Entertainment.

Based in
Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA
Experience
attorney
Known for
Civil Rights · Copyright · Entertainment
  • Handles Civil Rights, Copyright, and Entertainment matters from Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Copyright Law (2026).

About Vincent H. Chieffo: Vincent H. Chieffo is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Copyright, and Entertainment.

Areas of practice

Vincent's practice areas in Los Angeles

Vincent concentrates on civil rights, copyright, entertainment, and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Vincent handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Civil Rights cases in Los Angeles, California

Vincent takes civil rights 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 Vincent agrees to represent you.

Copyright cases in Los Angeles, California

Vincent takes copyright 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 Vincent agrees to represent you.

Entertainment cases in Los Angeles, California

Vincent takes entertainment 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 Vincent agrees to represent you.

IP cases in Los Angeles, California

Vincent takes ip 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 Vincent agrees to represent you.

Biography

Vincent H. Chieffo, civil rights attorney serving Los Angeles

Vincent H. Chieffo is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Copyright, and Entertainment. Vincent works from Los Angeles, California and takes on civil rights matters across the region.

Vincent H. Chieffo is an entertainment and media litigator with significant trial and appellate experience. His practice also includes entertainment transactional work. His litigation experience encompasses disputes throughout the entertainment business, including those involving copyright and trademark infringement, right of publicity, defamation, the rights of estates and heirs in copyrights and other entertainment assets, idea submission, royalties and participations, and distribution and financing agreements. Vincent's entertainment transaction experience has included advice regarding a wide range of matters from licensing trademarks, copyrights, and rights of publicity; sales and acquisitions of copyright and entertainment catalogues; to music publishing agreements; and motion picture production and distribution agreements.

Working with Vincent on a civil rights matter

Vincent H. Chieffo is an entertainment and media litigator with significant trial and appellate experience. His practice also includes entertainment transactional work. His litigation experience encompasses disputes throughout the entertainment business, including those involving copyright and trademark infringement, right of publicity, defamation, the rights of estates and heirs in copyrights…

Who Vincent represents

Vincent reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, copyright, and entertainment matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Vincent studied and practices

  • Columbia University

    J.D. · 1970

  • Hamilton College

    — · 1967

Jurisdictions

Vincent's state bar admissions

  • California, The Stat

    ACTIVE

Vincent studied at J.D. in Columbia University and — in Hamilton College.

Law school and academic background

Vincent completed J.D. in Columbia University and — in Hamilton College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Vincent runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Vincent's legal honors and published work

Vincent has received 17 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Copyright Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Entertainment Law - Music

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - First Amendment

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Media Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Communications Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — First Amendment Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Copyright

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Entertainment Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers magazine, Southern California Super Lawyers, 2007, 2009-2013

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Managing IP Magazine's World IP Handbook and Survey, "IP Stars," 2013

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Copyright Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Entertainment Law - Music (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - First Amendment (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Media Law (2026).

Locations

Vincent H. Chieffo's office in Los Angeles

Vincent's primary office is at 1840 Century Park East, Suite 1900, Los Angeles, California, 90067. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1840 Century Park East, Suite 1900

Los Angeles, California 90067

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Hiring guide

How to hire Vincent H. Chieffo — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in Los Angeles, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights 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 Vincent

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every civil rights 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. Vincent confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Vincent H. Chieffo

  • How much does it cost to hire Vincent for a civil rights case?

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

  • Does Vincent offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do civil rights cases in California typically take?

    Simple civil rights 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. Vincent gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Vincent take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?

    Vincent 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 — Vincent 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 Vincent?

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

  • Is Vincent accepting new civil rights clients right now?

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

Areas served

Civil Rights attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California

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