Christiana A Khostovan, IP Attorney in Hillsborough, California
Over 27 years of legal practice · focused on IP and Real Estate
Franklin Templeton Invest
Hillsborough, CA
Practicing ip in Hillsborough since 1999.
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Christiana A Khostovan is a franklin templeton invest based in Hillsborough, CA. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate. Christiana has over 27 years of legal experience.
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- IP · Real Estate
- Handles IP and Real Estate matters from Hillsborough, CA.
- Over 27 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Christiana A Khostovan: Christiana A Khostovan is a franklin templeton invest based in Hillsborough, CA. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate. Christiana has over 27 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Christiana takes on
Christiana concentrates on ip and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Christiana handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Hillsborough, California
Christiana takes ip matters in Hillsborough, 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 Christiana agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Hillsborough, California
Christiana takes real estate matters in Hillsborough, 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 Christiana agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Christiana A Khostovan — ip lawyer in Hillsborough
Christiana A Khostovan is a franklin templeton invest based in Hillsborough, CA. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate. Christiana has over 27 years of legal experience.
Christiana A Khostovan is a lawyer practicing intellectual property law. Christiana received a degree from University of California Berkeley, Berkeley CA, and has been licensed for 27 years. Christiana practices in Hillsborough, CA.
Christiana's approach to ip cases
Christiana A Khostovan is a lawyer practicing intellectual property law. Christiana received a degree from University of California Berkeley, Berkeley CA, and has been licensed for 27 years. Christiana practices in Hillsborough, CA.
The kind of cases Christiana takes
Christiana reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip and real estate matters in Hillsborough and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of California Berkeley, Berkeley CA Golden Gate University School of Law, San Francisco CA
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Christiana studied at — in University of California Berkeley, Berkeley CA Golden Gate University School of Law, San Francisco CA.
Law school and academic background
Christiana completed — in University of California Berkeley, Berkeley CA Golden Gate University School of Law, San Francisco CA. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Christiana runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Christiana A Khostovan's office in Hillsborough
Christiana's primary office is at 150 Chateau Dr, Hillsborough, CA, 94010-6500. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Christiana A Khostovan — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Christiana usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Christiana charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Christiana'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; Christiana will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Hillsborough, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip 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 Christiana
Christiana discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ip 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. Christiana confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Christiana's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Christiana A Khostovan
How much does it cost to hire Christiana for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Christiana walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Christiana offer a free consultation?
Christiana charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Christiana's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Christiana's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in California typically take?
Simple ip 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. Christiana gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Christiana take my case if I'm outside Hillsborough?
Christiana 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 — Christiana 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 Christiana?
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. Christiana will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Christiana accepting new ip clients right now?
Christiana's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
IP attorneys serving Hillsborough, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Christiana handles ip matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified ip attorneys in that community.
- Hillsborough103 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
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