
Douglas 'Doug' P. Kelley, Aviation Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on Aviation, Business, and General
CounselatSteinbrecher And Span Llp
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing aviation in Los Angeles since 1990.
- 36+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Douglas 'Doug' P. Kelley is a counsel based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Aviation, Business, and General. Douglas has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Steinbrecher And Span Llp.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- Aviation · Business · General
- Handles Aviation, Business, and General matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Douglas 'Doug' P. Kelley: Douglas 'Doug' P. Kelley is a counsel based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Aviation, Business, and General. Douglas has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Steinbrecher And Span Llp.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Douglas takes on
Douglas concentrates on aviation, business, general, government, and international. Each area below outlines the kind of case Douglas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Aviation cases in Los Angeles, California
Douglas takes aviation 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Los Angeles, California
Douglas 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.
General cases in Los Angeles, California
Douglas takes general 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Los Angeles, California
Douglas takes government 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.
International cases in Los Angeles, California
Douglas takes international 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Douglas 'Doug' P. Kelley — aviation lawyer in Los Angeles
Douglas 'Doug' P. Kelley is a counsel based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Aviation, Business, and General. Douglas has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Steinbrecher And Span Llp.
Douglas P. Kelley is in our Houston office and has more than 25 years of aviation law experience with a major airline. His practice has focused on regulatory and commercial matters, including alliances, joint ventures and loyalty programs.
Mr. Kelley has extensive legal experience with the commercial and regulatory issues concerning airline revenue production, including:
- Advertising
- Alliances, including global alliances, joint ventures, domestic and international codesharing, and sales collaboration
- Charters
- Frequent Flyer Programs, including program development and partner participation
- Marketing Programs, including sponsorships, branding and promotions
- Passenger/Consumer Protection
- Pricing and Revenue Management
- Sales and Distribution
- Website
- Schedules, including slots
While working in these areas, Mr. Kelley obtained considerable experience advising on complex antitrust/competition compliance matters and working through the Federal Aviation Regulations.
With over 25 years as in-house counsel at Continental Airlines and United Airlines, Mr. Kelley possesses a unique perspective on providing practical and efficient legal services for the client. Mr. Kelley understands that good representation requires that the attorney listen to the client so as to understand what the client is truly trying to obtain, understand the risks, and be willing to look at different options to obtain the client’s goals in a cost-effective and efficient manner.
Mr. Kelley obtained his JD from the University of Houston Law Center in 1988 and graduated from Muhlenberg College in 1985. He has lived in Houston for the last 30 years.
How Douglas handles aviation matters
Douglas P. Kelley is in our Houston office and has more than 25 years of aviation law experience with a major airline. His practice has focused on regulatory and commercial matters, including alliances, joint ventures and loyalty programs. Mr. Kelley has extensive legal experience with the commercial and regulatory issues concerning airline revenue production, including: - Advertising -…
Who Douglas represents
Douglas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for aviation, business, and general matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Houston Law Center
J.D. · 1988
Muhlenberg College
B.A. · 1985
Jurisdictions
Douglas's state bar admissions
Texas
1990 · ACTIVE
Douglas studied at J.D. in University of Houston Law Center and B.A. in Muhlenberg College.
Law school and academic background
Douglas completed J.D. in University of Houston Law Center and B.A. in Muhlenberg College. 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 'Doug' P. Kelley's office in Los Angeles
Douglas's primary office is at 445 S. Figueroa Street, Suite 2350, Los Angeles, CA, 90071. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Steinbrecher And Span Llp
445 S. Figueroa Street, Suite 2350
Los Angeles, CA 90071
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How to hire Douglas 'Doug' P. Kelley — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new aviation 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 aviation attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many aviation 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 aviation practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every aviation 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 aviation practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Douglas 'Doug' P. Kelley
How much does it cost to hire Douglas for a aviation 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 aviation attorneys offer free consults — check Douglas's current terms during booking.
How long do aviation cases in California typically take?
Simple aviation 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 Los Angeles?
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 aviation clients right now?
Douglas's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Aviation attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Douglas handles aviation matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified aviation 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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