Hwannie Lee Shen, Appellate Attorney in Los Angeles, California

Hwannie concentrates on appellate, civil rights, class action, and wrongful termination. Each area below outlines the kind of case Hwannie handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Appellate

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• Civil Rights

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• Class Action

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• Wrongful Termination

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Hwannie's primary office is at 333 South Grand Avenue, 38th Floor, Los Angeles, CA, 90071-1543. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

Hwannie 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.

• How much does it cost to hire Hwannie for a appellate case?

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

• Does Hwannie offer a free consultation?

  Hwannie charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Hwannie's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Hwannie'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. Hwannie gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Hwannie take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?

  Hwannie 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 — Hwannie 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 Hwannie?

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

• Is Hwannie accepting new appellate clients right now?

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