Deborah S Chang

Deborah S Chang, Litigation Attorney in Los Angeles, California

Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability · 2.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review

AttorneyatAthea Trial Lawyers

Los Angeles, CA

Practicing litigation in Los Angeles since 1986.

40+
Years practicing
2.8 ★
1 client review
4
Bar admissions

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Deborah S Chang is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Deborah has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Athea Trial Lawyers. Rated 2.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Los Angeles, CA
Experience
over 40 years
Known for
Litigation · Personal Injury · Product Liability
  • Handles Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability matters from Los Angeles, CA.
  • Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Peer Reviewed.

About Deborah S Chang: Deborah S Chang is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Deborah has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Athea Trial Lawyers. Rated 2.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Deborah's practice areas in Los Angeles

Deborah concentrates on litigation, personal injury, product liability, tbi/sci, and wrongful death. Each area below outlines the kind of case Deborah handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California

Deborah takes litigation matters in Los Angeles, 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 Deborah agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Los Angeles, California

Deborah takes personal injury matters in Los Angeles, 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 Deborah agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in Los Angeles, California

Deborah takes product liability matters in Los Angeles, 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 Deborah agrees to represent you.

TBI/SCI cases in Los Angeles, California

Deborah takes tbi/sci matters in Los Angeles, 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 Deborah agrees to represent you.

Wrongful Death cases in Los Angeles, California

Deborah takes wrongful death matters in Los Angeles, 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 Deborah agrees to represent you.

Biography

Deborah S Chang, litigation attorney serving Los Angeles

Deborah S Chang is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Deborah has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Athea Trial Lawyers. Rated 2.8 out of 5 from 1 client review. Deborah works from Los Angeles, California and takes on litigation matters across the region.

Order of the Barristers. Moot Court Board and teams, 1985-1986. Listed in" Who's Who in American Law, 1992-1994; Who's Who in the West, 1994-1995; Who's Who in American Women, 1991-1993; Who's Who in Finance and Industry, 1992-1994. Case Note Editor, Drake Law Review, 1985-1986. Law Clerk, Hon. Chief Judge Antoinette Dupont, Connecticut Appellate Court, 1986-1987. Author: "Out of the Dark Ages and into the Nineties: Prisons' Responses to AIDS in Correctional Facilities," 23 Conn. L. Rev. 1001 (1991); "AIDS in Prison, Breaking the Barriers," 17 Human Rights 46 (Summer 1990); "The Conviction to Care: The McKinney Scholarship Fund," 53 Conn. Medicine 665 (Nov. 1989); "Connecticut's New AIDS Related Testing and Confidentiality Statute," Hartford County Medical Association (Fall 1989); "The Gauntlet Has Been Tossed: A Challenge to Young Lawyers--Be a Public Citizen," 22 Connecticut Lawyer 4 (April 1989); Note, "States Interest in Eradicating Sex Discrimination: Roberts v. United States Jaycees," 35 Drake Law Rev. 227 (1985). Instructor, University of Connecticut School of Law, 1987-1991. Member, Connecticut Appellate Rules Committee, 2000-2001.

Working with Deborah on a litigation matter

Order of the Barristers. Moot Court Board and teams, 1985-1986. Listed in" Who's Who in American Law, 1992-1994; Who's Who in the West, 1994-1995; Who's Who in American Women, 1991-1993; Who's Who in Finance and Industry, 1992-1994. Case Note Editor, Drake Law Review, 1985-1986. Law Clerk, Hon. Chief Judge Antoinette Dupont, Connecticut Appellate Court, 1986-1987. Author: "Out of the Dark Ages…

Who Deborah represents

Deborah reviews new inquiries case-by-case for litigation, personal injury, and product liability matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Deborah studied and practices

  • Drake University

    J.D. · 1986

  • Kansas University

    B.A. · 1983

Jurisdictions

Deborah's state bar admissions

  • Florida

    2007 · ACTIVE

  • California U.S. Dist

    2006 · ACTIVE

  • Arizona

    1991 · ACTIVE

  • Connecticut

    1986 · ACTIVE

Deborah studied at J.D. in Drake University and B.A. in Kansas University.

Law school and academic background

Deborah completed J.D. in Drake University and B.A. in Kansas University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Deborah runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Deborah's legal honors and published work

Deborah has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Peer Reviewed

Legal awards and honors

Peer Reviewed.

Locations

Deborah S Chang's office in Los Angeles

Deborah's primary office is at 11111 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 700, Los Angeles, CA, 90025. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Athea Trial Lawyers

11111 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 700

Los Angeles, CA 90025

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Deborah S Chang — 2.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Deborah. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing litigation attorneys in Los Angeles.

2.8

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Hiring guide

How to hire Deborah S Chang — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a litigation attorney in Los Angeles, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many litigation 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 Deborah

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every litigation 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. Deborah confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Deborah S Chang

  • How much does it cost to hire Deborah for a litigation case?

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

  • Does Deborah offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do litigation cases in California typically take?

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

  • Can Deborah take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?

    Deborah 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 — Deborah 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 Deborah?

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

  • Is Deborah accepting new litigation clients right now?

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

Areas served

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

Deborah handles litigation matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified litigation attorneys in that community.

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