Donald George Norris, ADR Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 47 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Appellate, and Business
MemberatNorris & Galanter LLP
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing adr in Los Angeles since 1979.
- 47+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Donald George Norris is a member based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Business. Donald has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Norris & Galanter LLP.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 47 years
- Known for
- ADR · Appellate · Business
- Handles ADR, Appellate, and Business matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 47 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Donald George Norris: Donald George Norris is a member based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Business. Donald has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Norris & Galanter LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Donald takes on
Donald concentrates on adr, appellate, business, civil rights, and class action. Each area below outlines the kind of case Donald handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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ADR cases in Los Angeles, California
Donald takes adr 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 Donald agrees to represent you.
Appellate cases in Los Angeles, California
Donald takes appellate 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 Donald agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Los Angeles, California
Donald takes business 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 Donald agrees to represent you.
Civil Rights cases in Los Angeles, California
Donald takes civil rights 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 Donald agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases in Los Angeles, California
Donald takes class action 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 Donald agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Donald George Norris — adr lawyer in Los Angeles
Donald George Norris is a member based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Business. Donald has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Norris & Galanter LLP.
Donald George Norris is a lawyer practicing planning & land use, alternative dispute resolution, antitrust & trade regulation and 22 other areas of law. Donald received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years. Donald practices at Norris & Galanter LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
Working with Donald on a adr matter
Donald George Norris is a lawyer practicing planning & land use, alternative dispute resolution, antitrust & trade regulation and 22 other areas of law. Donald received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years. Donald practices at Norris & Galanter LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
Who Donald represents
Donald reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, appellate, and business matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Stanford University
J.D. · 1979
University of California at Los Angeles
B.A. · 1976
Jurisdictions
Donald's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1981 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1980 · ACTIVE
California
1979 · ACTIVE
Donald studied at J.D. in Stanford University and B.A. in University of California at Los Angeles.
Law school and academic background
Donald completed J.D. in Stanford University and B.A. in University of California at Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Donald runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Donald's professional memberships and bar associations
Federal and American Bar Associations Association of Business Trial Lawyers
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Locations
Donald George Norris's office in Los Angeles
Donald's primary office is at 555 W. 5th St., 30th Fl., Los Angeles, CA, 90013. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Donald George Norris — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Donald usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Donald charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Donald'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; Donald will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Los Angeles, 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 Donald
Donald 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. Donald confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Donald'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 Donald George Norris
How much does it cost to hire Donald for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Donald walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Donald offer a free consultation?
Donald charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Donald's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Donald'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. Donald gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Donald take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Donald 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 — Donald 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 Donald?
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. Donald will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Donald accepting new adr clients right now?
Donald'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 Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Donald handles adr matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr attorneys in that community.
- 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
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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