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Anthony F. Akins, Entertainment Attorney in Playa Del Rey, California

Over 38 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment and IP

PartneratA. F. Akins, LLP

Playa Del Rey, CA

Practicing entertainment in Playa Del Rey since 1988.

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Anthony F. Akins is a partner based in Playa Del Rey, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment and IP. Anthony has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at A. F. Akins, LLP.

Based in
Playa Del Rey, CA
Experience
over 38 years
Known for
Entertainment · IP
  • Handles Entertainment and IP matters from Playa Del Rey, CA.
  • Over 38 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Anthony F. Akins: Anthony F. Akins is a partner based in Playa Del Rey, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment and IP. Anthony has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at A. F. Akins, LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Anthony takes on

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

Entertainment cases in Playa Del Rey, California

Anthony takes entertainment matters in Playa Del Rey, 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 Anthony agrees to represent you.

IP cases in Playa Del Rey, California

Anthony takes ip matters in Playa Del Rey, 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 Anthony agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Anthony F. Akins — entertainment lawyer in Playa Del Rey

Anthony F. Akins is a partner based in Playa Del Rey, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment and IP. Anthony has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at A. F. Akins, LLP.

Anthony F. Akins is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, entertainment law, sports law. Anthony F. received a M.B.A. degree from Southwest Illinois University, Chicago in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years. Anthony F. practices at A. F. Akins, LLP in Playa Del Rey, CA.

Anthony's approach to entertainment cases

Anthony F. Akins is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, entertainment law, sports law. Anthony F. received a M.B.A. degree from Southwest Illinois University, Chicago in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years. Anthony F. practices at A. F. Akins, LLP in Playa Del Rey, CA.

Clients Anthony works with

Anthony reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment and ip matters in Playa Del Rey and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Maryland

    J.D. · 1987

  • Southwest Illinois University, Chicago

    M.B.A. · 1984

Jurisdictions

Anthony's state bar admissions

  • California

    1997 · ACTIVE

  • Maryland

    1988 · ACTIVE

Anthony studied at J.D. in University of Maryland and M.B.A. in Southwest Illinois University, Chicago.

Law school and academic background

Anthony completed J.D. in University of Maryland and M.B.A. in Southwest Illinois University, Chicago. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Anthony runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Anthony's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Los Angeles and American Bar Associations Maryland State Bar Association, Inc

    membership

  • State Bar of California

    membership

Locations

Anthony F. Akins's office in Playa Del Rey

Anthony's primary office is at 8117 W. Manchester Ave., Ste. 293, Playa Del Rey, CA, 90293. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

A. F. Akins, LLP

8117 W. Manchester Ave., Ste. 293

Playa Del Rey, CA 90293

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Hiring guide

How to hire Anthony F. Akins — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in Playa Del Rey, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment 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 Anthony

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every entertainment 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. Anthony confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Anthony F. Akins

  • How much does it cost to hire Anthony for a entertainment case?

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

  • Does Anthony offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do entertainment cases in California typically take?

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

  • Can Anthony take my case if I'm outside Playa Del Rey?

    Anthony 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 — Anthony 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 Anthony?

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

  • Is Anthony accepting new entertainment clients right now?

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

Areas served

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