Guang Ming Whitley, Appellate Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Aviation, and Business
AttorneyatO'Melveny & Myers LLP
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing appellate in Los Angeles since 2004.
- 22+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Guang Ming Whitley is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Aviation, and Business. Guang has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at O'Melveny & Myers LLP.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 22 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Aviation · Business
- Handles Appellate, Aviation, and Business matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Guang Ming Whitley: Guang Ming Whitley is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Aviation, and Business. Guang has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at O'Melveny & Myers LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Guang Ming Whitley
Guang concentrates on appellate, aviation, business, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Guang handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Aviation
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Appellate cases in Los Angeles, California
Guang 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 Guang agrees to represent you.
Aviation cases in Los Angeles, California
Guang 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 Guang agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Los Angeles, California
Guang 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 Guang agrees to represent you.
General cases in Los Angeles, California
Guang 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 Guang agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Guang Ming Whitley — Over 22 years of California appellate experience
Guang Ming Whitley is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Aviation, and Business. Guang has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at O'Melveny & Myers LLP.
Guang Ming Whitley is a lawyer practicing adversarial practice, antitrust & trade law, appeals and 2 other areas of law. Guang received a B.S. degree from University of Southern California in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years. Guang practices at O'Melveny & Myers LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
Working with Guang on a appellate matter
Guang Ming Whitley is a lawyer practicing adversarial practice, antitrust & trade law, appeals and 2 other areas of law. Guang received a B.S. degree from University of Southern California in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years. Guang practices at O'Melveny & Myers LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
Who Guang represents
Guang reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, aviation, and business matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Guang Ming Whitley's legal education and bar admissions
University of Chicago
J.D. · 2004
University of Southern California
B.S. · 2001
Jurisdictions
Guang's state bar admissions
California (Inactive
2004 · ACTIVE
Guang studied at J.D. in University of Chicago and B.S. in University of Southern California.
Law school and academic background
Guang completed J.D. in University of Chicago and B.S. in University of Southern California. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Guang runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Guang Ming Whitley's office in Los Angeles
Guang's primary office is at 1999 Avenue of the Stars, 7th Fl. (Century City), Los Angeles, CA, 90067-6035. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
O'Melveny & Myers LLP
1999 Avenue of the Stars, 7th Fl. (Century City)
Los Angeles, CA 90067-6035
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How to hire Guang Ming Whitley — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Guang usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Guang charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Guang'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; Guang 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 Guang
Guang 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. Guang confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Guang'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 Guang Ming Whitley
How much does it cost to hire Guang for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Guang walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Guang offer a free consultation?
Guang charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Guang's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Guang'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. Guang gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Guang take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Guang 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 — Guang 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 Guang?
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. Guang will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Guang accepting new appellate clients right now?
Guang'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
Guang 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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