W Todd Stevenson, Business Attorney in Sherman Oaks, California

W concentrates on business, elder law, estate planning, litigation, and nursing home. Each area below outlines the kind of case W handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Business

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• Elder Law

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• Estate Planning

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• Litigation

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• Nursing Home

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• Probate

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• Trusts

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W's primary office is at 14156 Magnolia Boulevard, Suite 200, Sherman Oaks, CA, 91423. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire W for a business case?

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

• Does W offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do business cases in California typically take?

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

• Can W take my case if I'm outside Sherman Oaks?

  W 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 — W 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 W?

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

• Is W accepting new business clients right now?

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