
Gina Marie Durham, Appellate Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 24 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Aviation, and Business
Staff AttorneyatO'Melveny & Myers LLP
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing appellate in Los Angeles since 2002.
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Gina Marie Durham is a staff attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Aviation, and Business. Gina has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at O'Melveny & Myers LLP.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 24 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Aviation · Business
- Handles Appellate, Aviation, and Business matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 24 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Gina Marie Durham: Gina Marie Durham is a staff attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Aviation, and Business. Gina has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at O'Melveny & Myers LLP.
Areas of practice
Gina's practice areas in Los Angeles
Gina concentrates on appellate, aviation, business, entertainment, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gina handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Aviation
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Business
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Entertainment
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General
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Appellate cases in Los Angeles, California
Gina 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 Gina agrees to represent you.
Aviation cases in Los Angeles, California
Gina 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 Gina agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Los Angeles, California
Gina 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 Gina agrees to represent you.
Entertainment cases in Los Angeles, California
Gina takes entertainment 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 Gina agrees to represent you.
General cases in Los Angeles, California
Gina 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 Gina agrees to represent you.
Biography
Gina Marie Durham, appellate attorney serving Los Angeles
Gina Marie Durham is a staff attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Aviation, and Business. Gina has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at O'Melveny & Myers LLP. Gina works from Los Angeles, California and takes on appellate matters across the region.
Gina Marie Durham is a lawyer practicing advertising, antitrust & trade law, appeals and 2 other areas of law. Gina received a B.A. degree from University of California, Los Angeles, and has been licensed for 24 years. Gina practices at O'Melveny & Myers LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
Gina's approach to appellate cases
Gina Marie Durham is a lawyer practicing advertising, antitrust & trade law, appeals and 2 other areas of law. Gina received a B.A. degree from University of California, Los Angeles, and has been licensed for 24 years. Gina practices at O'Melveny & Myers LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
Clients Gina works with
Gina reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, aviation, and business matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Gina studied and practices
Southwestern University School of Law J.D.
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University of California, Los Angeles B.A. English
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Jurisdictions
Gina's state bar admissions
District of Columbia
2019 · ACTIVE
California
2002 · ACTIVE
Gina studied at — in Southwestern University School of Law J.D. and — in University of California, Los Angeles B.A. English.
Law school and academic background
Gina completed — in Southwestern University School of Law J.D. and — in University of California, Los Angeles B.A. English. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Gina runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Gina's professional memberships and bar associations
Black Women Lawyers Association Langston Bar Association American Bar Association
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Locations
Gina Marie Durham's office in Los Angeles
Gina's primary office is at 400 S. Hope St., Los Angeles, CA, 90071. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Gina Marie Durham — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Gina usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Gina charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gina'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; Gina will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Los Angeles, 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 Gina
Gina 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. Gina confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Gina'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 Gina Marie Durham
How much does it cost to hire Gina for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Gina walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Gina offer a free consultation?
Gina charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gina's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Gina'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. Gina gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Gina take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Gina 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 — Gina 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 Gina?
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. Gina will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Gina accepting new appellate clients right now?
Gina's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Appellate attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Gina handles appellate matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified appellate 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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