Geoffrey S. Hickey

Geoffrey S. Hickey, Personal Injury Attorney in Thousand Oaks, California

Over 25 years of legal practice

AssociateatArdalan & Associates, PLC

Thousand Oaks, CA

Practicing personal injury in Thousand Oaks since 2001.

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Geoffrey S. Hickey is an associate based in Thousand Oaks, CA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Geoffrey has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ardalan & Associates, PLC.

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Thousand Oaks, CA
Experience
over 25 years
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Personal Injury
  • Handles Personal Injury matters from Thousand Oaks, CA.
  • Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Geoffrey S. Hickey: Geoffrey S. Hickey is an associate based in Thousand Oaks, CA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Geoffrey has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ardalan & Associates, PLC.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Geoffrey S. Hickey

Geoffrey concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Geoffrey handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Personal Injury cases in Thousand Oaks, California

Geoffrey takes personal injury matters in Thousand Oaks, 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 Geoffrey agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Geoffrey S. Hickey — Over 25 years of California personal injury experience

Geoffrey S. Hickey is an associate based in Thousand Oaks, CA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Geoffrey has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ardalan & Associates, PLC.

Geoffrey S. Hickey is a lawyer practicing personal injury. Geoffrey received a B.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 1997, and has been licensed for 25 years. Geoffrey practices at Ardalan & Associates, PLC in Thousand Oaks, CA.

Geoffrey's approach to personal injury cases

Geoffrey S. Hickey is a lawyer practicing personal injury. Geoffrey received a B.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 1997, and has been licensed for 25 years. Geoffrey practices at Ardalan & Associates, PLC in Thousand Oaks, CA.

The kind of cases Geoffrey takes

Geoffrey reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in Thousand Oaks and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Geoffrey S. Hickey's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Akron School of Law

    J.D. · 2001

  • The Ohio State University

    B.A. History · 1997

Jurisdictions

Geoffrey's state bar admissions

  • California

    2013 · ACTIVE

  • Ohio

    2001 · ACTIVE

Geoffrey studied at J.D. in University of Akron School of Law and B.A. History in The Ohio State University.

Law school and academic background

Geoffrey completed J.D. in University of Akron School of Law and B.A. History in The Ohio State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Geoffrey runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Geoffrey S. Hickey's office in Thousand Oaks

Geoffrey's primary office is at 3225 Old Conejo Road, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91320. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Ardalan & Associates, PLC

3225 Old Conejo Road

Thousand Oaks, CA 91320

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Hiring guide

How to hire Geoffrey S. Hickey — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Thousand Oaks, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 Geoffrey

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every personal injury 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. Geoffrey confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Geoffrey S. Hickey

  • How much does it cost to hire Geoffrey for a personal injury case?

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

  • Does Geoffrey offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do personal injury cases in California typically take?

    Simple personal injury 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. Geoffrey gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Geoffrey take my case if I'm outside Thousand Oaks?

    Geoffrey 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 — Geoffrey 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 Geoffrey?

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

  • Is Geoffrey accepting new personal injury clients right now?

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

Areas served

Personal Injury attorneys serving Thousand Oaks, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California

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