How much does it cost to hire Holiday for a class action case?

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

Does Holiday offer a free consultation?

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

How long do class action cases in California typically take?

Simple class action 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. Holiday gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Holiday take my case if I'm outside Oakland?

Holiday 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 — Holiday 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 Holiday?

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

Is Holiday accepting new class action clients right now?

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

Unclaimed · Is this you?

Holiday Dreessen Powell, Class Action Attorney in Oakland, California

Over 20 years of legal practice · focused on Class Action, Construction, and General

MemberatDonahue Fitzgerald LLP

Oakland, CA

Practicing class action in Oakland since 2006.

20+: Years practicing
1: Bar admission

Practices in

Class Action Construction General Litigation Personal Injury Product Liability +4 more →

Are you Holiday Dreessen Powell?

This profile was built from public bar records and is still unclaimed. Claim it free to control your photo, bio, and fees — and get client inquiries sent straight to you.

Claim this profile — free

Quick answer

Holiday Dreessen Powell is a member based in Oakland, CA. The practice focuses on Class Action, Construction, and General. Holiday has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Donahue Fitzgerald LLP.

Based in: Oakland, CA
Experience: over 20 years
Known for: Class Action · Construction · General

Handles Class Action, Construction, and General matters from Oakland, CA.
Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Holiday Dreessen Powell

Holiday concentrates on class action, construction, general, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Holiday handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Class Action cases in Oakland, California

Holiday takes class action matters in Oakland, 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 Holiday agrees to represent you.

Construction cases in Oakland, California

Holiday takes construction matters in Oakland, 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 Holiday agrees to represent you.

General cases in Oakland, California

Holiday takes general matters in Oakland, 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 Holiday agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Oakland, California

Holiday takes litigation matters in Oakland, 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 Holiday agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Oakland, California

Holiday takes personal injury matters in Oakland, 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 Holiday agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Holiday Dreessen Powell — Over 20 years of California class action experience

Holiday Dreessen Powell is a lawyer practicing products liability, life sciences, catastrophic injury / wrongful death and 5 other areas of law. Holiday received a B.A. degree from University of California, Los Angeles in 2002, and has been licensed for 20 years. Holiday practices at Donahue Fitzgerald LLP in Oakland, CA.

How Holiday handles class action matters

Who Holiday represents

Holiday reviews new inquiries case-by-case for class action, construction, and general matters in Oakland and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Holiday Dreessen Powell's legal education and bar admissions

Loyola Law School J.D. 2006 Public Interest Scholar
—
University of California, Los Angeles
B.A. · 2002

Jurisdictions

Holiday's state bar admissions

California United St
2006 · ACTIVE

Holiday studied at — in Loyola Law School J.D. 2006 Public Interest Scholar and B.A. in University of California, Los Angeles.

Law school and academic background

Holiday completed — in Loyola Law School J.D. 2006 Public Interest Scholar and B.A. in University of California, Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Holiday runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Holiday Dreessen Powell's office in Oakland

Holiday's primary office is at 1999 Harrison Street, 25th Floor, Oakland, CA, 94612-3570. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Donahue Fitzgerald LLP

1999 Harrison Street, 25th Floor

Oakland, CA 94612-3570

Open in Google Maps

Client feedback

Client reviews of Holiday Dreessen Powell

Holiday has not yet collected verified client reviews on LawyersListed. Reviews here are all from confirmed clients; anonymous ratings are moderated out.

No reviews yet

Only verified clients who have consulted with Holiday Dreessen Powell can leave a review.

Schedule your consultation

Hiring guide

How to hire Holiday Dreessen Powell — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a class action attorney in Oakland, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many class action 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 Holiday

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every class action 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. Holiday confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Holiday Dreessen Powell

How much does it cost to hire Holiday for a class action case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Holiday walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Holiday offer a free consultation?
Holiday charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Holiday's office. Some class action attorneys offer free consults — check Holiday's current terms during booking.
How long do class action cases in California typically take?
Simple class action 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. Holiday gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Holiday take my case if I'm outside Oakland?
Holiday 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 — Holiday 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 Holiday?
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. Holiday will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Holiday accepting new class action clients right now?
Holiday's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Class Action attorneys serving Oakland, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California

Holiday handles class action matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified class action attorneys in that community.

More counsel

If Holiday's intake is full or the fit isn't right, these class action attorneys in Oakland handle similar matters. Every profile below is verified and open to consultations.