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Dawn Marie Delia, Business Attorney in San Diego, California

Over 28 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Creditor Rights, and Divorce

FounderatDelia Law P.C.

San Diego, CA

Practicing business in San Diego since 1998.

28+
Years practicing
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Dawn Marie Delia is a founder based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Creditor Rights, and Divorce. Dawn has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Delia Law P.C..

Based in
San Diego, CA
Experience
over 28 years
Known for
Business · Creditor Rights · Divorce
  • Handles Business, Creditor Rights, and Divorce matters from San Diego, CA.
  • Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Dawn Marie Delia: Dawn Marie Delia is a founder based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Creditor Rights, and Divorce. Dawn has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Delia Law P.C..

Areas of practice

Dawn's practice areas in San Diego

Dawn concentrates on business, creditor rights, divorce, general, and irs. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dawn handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in San Diego, California

Dawn takes business matters in San Diego, 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 Dawn agrees to represent you.

Creditor Rights cases in San Diego, California

Dawn takes creditor rights matters in San Diego, 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 Dawn agrees to represent you.

Divorce cases in San Diego, California

Dawn takes divorce matters in San Diego, 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 Dawn agrees to represent you.

General cases in San Diego, California

Dawn takes general matters in San Diego, 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 Dawn agrees to represent you.

IRS cases in San Diego, California

Dawn takes irs matters in San Diego, 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 Dawn agrees to represent you.

Biography

Dawn Marie Delia, business attorney serving San Diego

Dawn Marie Delia is a founder based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Creditor Rights, and Divorce. Dawn has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Delia Law P.C.. Dawn works from San Diego, California and takes on business matters across the region.

Dawn Delia is the founder of Delia Law, where she focuses on helping individuals and businesses address complex IRS tax issues. Ms. Delia earned her B.A. from Southern Methodist University and her J.D. from American University’s Washington College of Law, with an emphasis on business and federal taxation law. Beginning her career as a commercial business litigator in Washington, D.C., she later practiced in New York City at Paul Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison, representing multinational corporations in financial audits, tax analysis, and commercial litigation.

Ms. Delia is licensed under IRS Circular 230 to represent taxpayers before the IRS nationwide, holding active bar memberships in California, New York and Maryland. Additionally, she is admitted to practice before the United States Tax Court, handling federal tax cases across all 50 states.

In 2011, Ms. Delia founded Delia Law to provide personalized support for clients facing IRS tax challenges such as liens, wage garnishments, unfiled returns, and audits. Her firm is adept at achieving tax relief through options like Offers in Compromise, audit appeals, and payment plans, offering clients a reliable alternative to tax relief companies, with the added assurance of attorney-client confidentiality.

How Dawn handles business matters

Dawn Delia is the founder of Delia Law, where she focuses on helping individuals and businesses address complex IRS tax issues. Ms. Delia earned her B.A. from Southern Methodist University and her J.D. from American University’s Washington College of Law, with an emphasis on business and federal taxation law. Beginning her career as a commercial business litigator in Washington, D.C., she later…

Who Dawn represents

Dawn reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, creditor rights, and divorce matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Dawn studied and practices

  • Washington College of Law of American University

    J.D. · 1996

  • Southern Methodist University

    B.A. · 1993

Jurisdictions

Dawn's state bar admissions

  • California

    2025 · ACTIVE

  • United States Tax Co

    2014 · ACTIVE

  • New York

    1999 · ACTIVE

  • New York

    1999 · ACTIVE

  • Maryland

    1998 · ACTIVE

  • Maryland

    1998 · ACTIVE

Dawn studied at J.D. in Washington College of Law of American University and B.A. in Southern Methodist University.

Law school and academic background

Dawn completed J.D. in Washington College of Law of American University and B.A. in Southern Methodist University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dawn runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Dawn's professional memberships and bar associations

  • California, New York and Maryland

    membership

Locations

Dawn Marie Delia's office in San Diego

Dawn's primary office is at 4445 Eastgate Mall, Suite 200, San Diego, CA, 92121. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Delia Law P.C.

4445 Eastgate Mall, Suite 200

San Diego, CA 92121

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Hiring guide

How to hire Dawn Marie Delia — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a business attorney in San Diego, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Dawn

Dawn 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.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business 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. Dawn confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Dawn Marie Delia

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

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

  • Does Dawn offer a free consultation?

    Dawn charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dawn's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Dawn'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. Dawn gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Dawn take my case if I'm outside San Diego?

    Dawn 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 — Dawn 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 Dawn?

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

  • Is Dawn accepting new business clients right now?

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

Areas served

Business attorneys serving San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California

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