Gabriel Horace Wainfeld, Business Attorney in Chatsworth, California
Over 38 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Car Accidents, and Class Action
PrincipalatLaw Offices Of York And Wainfeld Apc
Chatsworth, CA
Practicing business in Chatsworth since 1988.
- 38+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Gabriel Horace Wainfeld is a principal based in Chatsworth, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Car Accidents, and Class Action. Gabriel has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices Of York And Wainfeld Apc.
- Based in
- Chatsworth, CA
- Experience
- over 38 years
- Known for
- Business · Car Accidents · Class Action
- Handles Business, Car Accidents, and Class Action matters from Chatsworth, CA.
- Over 38 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Gabriel Horace Wainfeld: Gabriel Horace Wainfeld is a principal based in Chatsworth, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Car Accidents, and Class Action. Gabriel has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices Of York And Wainfeld Apc.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Gabriel Horace Wainfeld
Gabriel concentrates on business, car accidents, class action, construction, and criminal defense. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gabriel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Car Accidents
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Class Action
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Construction
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Criminal Defense
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Insurance
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Slip & Fall
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Business cases in Chatsworth, California
Gabriel takes business matters in Chatsworth, 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 Gabriel agrees to represent you.
Car Accidents cases in Chatsworth, California
Gabriel takes car accidents matters in Chatsworth, 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 Gabriel agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases in Chatsworth, California
Gabriel takes class action matters in Chatsworth, 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 Gabriel agrees to represent you.
Construction cases in Chatsworth, California
Gabriel takes construction matters in Chatsworth, 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 Gabriel agrees to represent you.
Criminal Defense cases in Chatsworth, California
Gabriel takes criminal defense matters in Chatsworth, 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 Gabriel agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Gabriel Horace Wainfeld — Over 38 years of California business experience
Gabriel Horace Wainfeld is a principal based in Chatsworth, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Car Accidents, and Class Action. Gabriel has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices Of York And Wainfeld Apc.
Gabriel Horace Wainfeld is a lawyer practicing insurance, premises liability, criminal defense and 7 other areas of law. Gabriel received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years. Gabriel practices at Law Offices of York & Wainfeld, APC in Chatsworth, CA.
How Gabriel handles business matters
Gabriel Horace Wainfeld is a lawyer practicing insurance, premises liability, criminal defense and 7 other areas of law. Gabriel received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years. Gabriel practices at Law Offices of York & Wainfeld, APC in Chatsworth, CA.
The kind of cases Gabriel takes
Gabriel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, car accidents, and class action matters in Chatsworth and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Gabriel Horace Wainfeld's legal education and bar admissions
Whittier College School of Law
J.D. · 1988
University of California at Los Angeles
B.A. · 1984
Jurisdictions
Gabriel's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1989 · ACTIVE
California
1988 · ACTIVE
Gabriel studied at J.D. in Whittier College School of Law and B.A. in University of California at Los Angeles.
Law school and academic background
Gabriel completed J.D. in Whittier College School of Law and B.A. in University of California at Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Gabriel runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Gabriel's professional memberships and bar associations
San Fernando Valley Bar Association
membership
Locations
Gabriel Horace Wainfeld's office in Chatsworth
Gabriel's primary office is at 9301 Oakdale Avenue, Suite 220, Chatsworth, CA, 91311. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Law Offices Of York And Wainfeld Apc
9301 Oakdale Avenue, Suite 220
Chatsworth, CA 91311
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How to hire Gabriel Horace Wainfeld — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Gabriel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Gabriel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gabriel'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; Gabriel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Chatsworth, 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 Gabriel
Gabriel 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. Gabriel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Gabriel'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 Gabriel Horace Wainfeld
How much does it cost to hire Gabriel for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Gabriel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Gabriel offer a free consultation?
Gabriel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gabriel's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Gabriel'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. Gabriel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Gabriel take my case if I'm outside Chatsworth?
Gabriel 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 — Gabriel 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 Gabriel?
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. Gabriel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Gabriel accepting new business clients right now?
Gabriel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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