Janet Chien Tung, Appellate Attorney in San Diego, California
Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Civil Rights, and Employment
Fed. Def. of San Diego
San Diego, CA
Practicing appellate in San Diego since 2004.
- 22+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Janet Chien Tung is a fed. def. of san diego based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Civil Rights, and Employment. Janet has over 22 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- San Diego, CA
- Experience
- over 22 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Civil Rights · Employment
- Handles Appellate, Civil Rights, and Employment matters from San Diego, CA.
- Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Janet Chien Tung: Janet Chien Tung is a fed. def. of san diego based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Civil Rights, and Employment. Janet has over 22 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Janet Chien Tung
Janet concentrates on appellate, civil rights, employment, litigation, and business. Each area below outlines the kind of case Janet handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Civil Rights
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Employment
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Litigation
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Business
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Appellate cases in San Diego, California
Janet takes appellate matters in San Diego, 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 Janet agrees to represent you.
Civil Rights cases in San Diego, California
Janet takes civil rights matters in San Diego, 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 Janet agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in San Diego, California
Janet takes employment matters in San Diego, 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 Janet agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in San Diego, California
Janet takes litigation matters in San Diego, 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 Janet agrees to represent you.
Business cases in San Diego, California
Janet takes business matters in San Diego, 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 Janet agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Janet Chien Tung — Over 22 years of California appellate experience
Janet Chien Tung is a fed. def. of san diego based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Civil Rights, and Employment. Janet has over 22 years of legal experience.
Janet Chien Tung is a lawyer practicing complex litigation, civil rights, employment law and 2 other areas of law. Janet received a B.A. degree from Pomona College in 1998, and has been licensed for 22 years. Janet practices in San Diego, CA.
How Janet handles appellate matters
Janet Chien Tung is a lawyer practicing complex litigation, civil rights, employment law and 2 other areas of law. Janet received a B.A. degree from Pomona College in 1998, and has been licensed for 22 years. Janet practices in San Diego, CA.
The kind of cases Janet takes
Janet reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, civil rights, and employment matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Janet Chien Tung's legal education and bar admissions
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California
J.D. · 2003
Pomona College
B.A. · 1998
Jurisdictions
Janet's state bar admissions
California
2004 · ACTIVE
Janet studied at J.D. in Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California and B.A. in Pomona College.
Law school and academic background
Janet completed J.D. in Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California and B.A. in Pomona College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Janet runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Janet Chien Tung's office in San Diego
Janet's primary office is at 2260 El Cajon Blvd # 922, San Diego, CA, 92104-1192. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Janet Chien Tung — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Janet usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Janet charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Janet'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; Janet will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in San Diego, 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 Janet
Janet 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. Janet confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Janet'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 Janet Chien Tung
How much does it cost to hire Janet for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Janet walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Janet offer a free consultation?
Janet charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Janet's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Janet'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. Janet gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Janet take my case if I'm outside San Diego?
Janet 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 — Janet 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 Janet?
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. Janet will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Janet accepting new appellate clients right now?
Janet'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 San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Janet handles appellate matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified appellate attorneys in that community.
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 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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