Clyde Lester Macgowan, Jr, ADR Attorney in Alameda, California
Over 62 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Class Action, and Employment · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Member
Alameda, CA
Practicing adr in Alameda since 1964.
- 62+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Clyde Lester Macgowan, Jr is a member based in Alameda, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Class Action, and Employment. Clyde has over 62 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Alameda, CA
- Experience
- over 62 years
- Known for
- ADR · Class Action · Employment
- Handles ADR, Class Action, and Employment matters from Alameda, CA.
- Over 62 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Clyde Lester Macgowan, Jr: Clyde Lester Macgowan, Jr is a member based in Alameda, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Class Action, and Employment. Clyde has over 62 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Clyde's practice areas in Alameda
Clyde concentrates on adr, class action, employment, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Clyde handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Class Action
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Employment
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Insurance
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Health Care
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ADR cases in Alameda, California
Clyde takes adr matters in Alameda, 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 Clyde agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases in Alameda, California
Clyde takes class action matters in Alameda, 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 Clyde agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Alameda, California
Clyde takes employment matters in Alameda, 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 Clyde agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Alameda, California
Clyde takes insurance matters in Alameda, 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 Clyde agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Alameda, California
Clyde takes litigation matters in Alameda, 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 Clyde agrees to represent you.
Biography
Clyde Lester Macgowan, Jr, adr attorney serving Alameda
Clyde Lester Macgowan, Jr is a member based in Alameda, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Class Action, and Employment. Clyde has over 62 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Clyde works from Alameda, California and takes on adr matters across the region.
Clyde Lester Macgowan, Jr is a lawyer practicing insurance fraud, insurance bad faith, personal injury defense and 9 other areas of law. Clyde received a A.B. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1955, and has been licensed for 62 years. Clyde practices in Alameda, CA.
Working with Clyde on a adr matter
Clyde Lester Macgowan, Jr is a lawyer practicing insurance fraud, insurance bad faith, personal injury defense and 9 other areas of law. Clyde received a A.B. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1955, and has been licensed for 62 years. Clyde practices in Alameda, CA.
Clients Clyde works with
Clyde reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, class action, and employment matters in Alameda and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Clyde studied and practices
Hastings College of Law, University of California
J.D. · 1963
University of California, Berkeley
A.B. · 1955
Jurisdictions
Clyde's state bar admissions
California (Inactive
1964 · ACTIVE
Clyde studied at J.D. in Hastings College of Law, University of California and A.B. in University of California, Berkeley.
Law school and academic background
Clyde completed J.D. in Hastings College of Law, University of California and A.B. in University of California, Berkeley. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Clyde runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Clyde's legal honors and published work
Clyde has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Clyde's professional memberships and bar associations
Alameda County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California Association of Defense Counsel
Member, Board of Directors, 1980) American Board of Trial Advocates (Advocate Member · membership
Locations
Clyde Lester Macgowan, Jr's office in Alameda
Clyde's primary office is at 324 Tideway Dr, Alameda, CA, 94501-3511. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Clyde Lester Macgowan, Jr — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Clyde. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in Alameda.
5.0
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How to hire Clyde Lester Macgowan, Jr — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Clyde usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Clyde charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Clyde'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; Clyde will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Alameda, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Clyde
Clyde discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Clyde confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Clyde's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Clyde Lester Macgowan, Jr
How much does it cost to hire Clyde for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Clyde walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Clyde offer a free consultation?
Clyde charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Clyde's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Clyde's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in California typically take?
Simple adr 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. Clyde gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Clyde take my case if I'm outside Alameda?
Clyde 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 — Clyde 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 Clyde?
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. Clyde will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Clyde accepting new adr clients right now?
Clyde'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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