How much does it cost to hire Douglas for a appellate case?

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

Does Douglas offer a free consultation?

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

How long do appellate cases in California typically take?

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

Can Douglas take my case if I'm outside Irvine?

Douglas 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 — Douglas 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 Douglas?

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

Is Douglas accepting new appellate clients right now?

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

Douglas Charles Stastny, Appellate Attorney in Irvine

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Douglas Charles Stastny is an associate based in Irvine, CA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Consumer. Douglas has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Severson And Werson Apc.

Based in: Irvine, CA
Experience: over 16 years
Known for: Appellate · Business · Consumer

Handles Appellate, Business, and Consumer matters from Irvine, CA.
Over 16 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Douglas takes on

Douglas concentrates on appellate, business, consumer, employment, and federal crimes. Each area below outlines the kind of case Douglas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Appellate cases in Irvine, California

Douglas takes appellate matters in Irvine, 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.

Business cases in Irvine, California

Douglas takes business matters in Irvine, 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.

Consumer cases in Irvine, California

Douglas takes consumer matters in Irvine, 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Irvine, California

Douglas takes employment matters in Irvine, 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.

Federal Crimes cases in Irvine, California

Douglas takes federal crimes matters in Irvine, 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Douglas Charles Stastny — appellate lawyer in Irvine

Douglas Charles Stastny is an associate based in Irvine, CA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Consumer. Douglas has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Severson And Werson Apc.

Douglas Charles Stastny is a lawyer practicing professional licensing, health care, health care fraud and 13 other areas of law. Douglas received a B.A. degree from Chapman University in 2004, and has been licensed for 16 years. Douglas practices at Severson & Werson, APC in Irvine, CA.

Working with Douglas on a appellate matter

Douglas Charles Stastny is a lawyer practicing professional licensing, health care, health care fraud and 13 other areas of law. Douglas received a B.A. degree from Chapman University in 2004, and has been licensed for 16 years. Douglas practices at Severson & Werson, APC in Irvine, CA.

Who Douglas represents

Douglas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, business, and consumer matters in Irvine and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

Chapman University School of Law
J.D. · 2009
Chapman University
B.A. English · 2004

Jurisdictions

Douglas's state bar admissions

Texas
2022 · ACTIVE
Washington
2017 · ACTIVE
California
2010 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2010 · ACTIVE

Douglas studied at J.D. in Chapman University School of Law and B.A. English in Chapman University.

Law school and academic background

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

Locations

Douglas Charles Stastny's office in Irvine

Douglas's primary office is at 19100 Von Karman Ave., 7th Fl., Irvine, CA, 92612. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Severson And Werson Apc

19100 Von Karman Ave., 7th Fl.

Irvine, CA 92612

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Hiring guide

How to hire Douglas Charles Stastny — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Irvine, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Douglas

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every appellate 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. Douglas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Douglas Charles Stastny

How much does it cost to hire Douglas for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Douglas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Douglas offer a free consultation?
Douglas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Douglas's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Douglas's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in California typically take?
Simple appellate 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. Douglas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Douglas take my case if I'm outside Irvine?
Douglas 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 — Douglas 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 Douglas?
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. Douglas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Douglas accepting new appellate clients right now?
Douglas's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Community Q&A

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Areas served

Appellate attorneys serving Irvine, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California

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

Douglas Charles Stastny, Appellate Attorney in Irvine, California

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