Craig Sakai Sunada, ADR Attorney in Rolling Hills Estates, California
Over 38 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Entertainment · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatLaw Offices of Craig S. Sunada
Rolling Hills Estates, CA
Practicing adr in Rolling Hills Estates since 1988.
- 38+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Craig Sakai Sunada is a member based in Rolling Hills Estates, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Entertainment. Craig has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Craig S. Sunada. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Rolling Hills Estates, CA
- Experience
- over 38 years
- Known for
- ADR · Business · Entertainment
- Handles ADR, Business, and Entertainment matters from Rolling Hills Estates, CA.
- Over 38 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Craig Sakai Sunada: Craig Sakai Sunada is a member based in Rolling Hills Estates, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Entertainment. Craig has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Craig S. Sunada. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Craig Sakai Sunada
Craig concentrates on adr, business, entertainment, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Craig handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Business
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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ADR cases in Rolling Hills Estates, California
Craig takes adr matters in Rolling Hills Estates, 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 Craig agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Rolling Hills Estates, California
Craig takes business matters in Rolling Hills Estates, 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 Craig agrees to represent you.
Entertainment cases in Rolling Hills Estates, California
Craig takes entertainment matters in Rolling Hills Estates, 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 Craig agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Rolling Hills Estates, California
Craig takes litigation matters in Rolling Hills Estates, 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 Craig agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Rolling Hills Estates, California
Craig takes personal injury matters in Rolling Hills Estates, 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 Craig agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Craig Sakai Sunada — Over 38 years of California adr experience
Craig Sakai Sunada is a member based in Rolling Hills Estates, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Entertainment. Craig has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Craig S. Sunada. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Craig Sakai Sunada is a lawyer practicing litigation, personal injury, sports law and 2 other areas of law. Craig received a B.S. degree from University of Southern California in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years. Craig practices at Law Offices of Craig S. Sunada in Rolling Hills Estates, CA.
Craig's approach to adr cases
Craig Sakai Sunada is a lawyer practicing litigation, personal injury, sports law and 2 other areas of law. Craig received a B.S. degree from University of Southern California in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years. Craig practices at Law Offices of Craig S. Sunada in Rolling Hills Estates, CA.
The kind of cases Craig takes
Craig reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and entertainment matters in Rolling Hills Estates and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Craig Sakai Sunada's legal education and bar admissions
Loyola Marymount University Law School
J.D. · 1988
University of Southern California
B.S. · 1985
Jurisdictions
Craig's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
1990 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1989 · ACTIVE
California
1988 · ACTIVE
Craig studied at J.D. in Loyola Marymount University Law School and B.S. in University of Southern California.
Law school and academic background
Craig completed J.D. in Loyola Marymount University Law School and B.S. in University of Southern California. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Craig runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Craig Sakai Sunada
Craig has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Craig's professional memberships and bar associations
South Bay Bar Association Los Angeles County (Member, Sections on: Litigation Business Law Real Estate Law) and American (Member, Section on Litigation) Bar Associations State Bar of California Japan American Society Japanese American Bar Association
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Locations
Craig Sakai Sunada's office in Rolling Hills Estates
Craig's primary office is at 655 Deep Valley Dr., Ste. 125, Rolling Hills Estates, CA, 90274. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Law Offices of Craig S. Sunada
655 Deep Valley Dr., Ste. 125
Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274
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Client reviews of Craig Sakai Sunada — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Craig. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in Rolling Hills Estates.
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How to hire Craig Sakai Sunada — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Craig usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Craig charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Craig'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; Craig will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Rolling Hills Estates, 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 Craig
Craig 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. Craig confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Craig'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 Craig Sakai Sunada
How much does it cost to hire Craig for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Craig walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Craig offer a free consultation?
Craig charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Craig's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Craig'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. Craig gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Craig take my case if I'm outside Rolling Hills Estates?
Craig 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 — Craig 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 Craig?
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. Craig will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Craig accepting new adr clients right now?
Craig's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
ADR attorneys serving Rolling Hills Estates, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Craig handles adr matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr attorneys in that community.
- Rolling Hills Estates139 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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