
Jay Darrell Christensen, Health Care Attorney in Pasadena, California
Over 51 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatChristensen & Auer
Pasadena, CA
Practicing health care in Pasadena since 1975.
- 51+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Jay Darrell Christensen is a member based in Pasadena, CA. The practice focuses on Health Care. Jay has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Christensen & Auer. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Pasadena, CA
- Experience
- over 51 years
- Known for
- Health Care
- Handles Health Care matters from Pasadena, CA.
- Over 51 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Jay Darrell Christensen: Jay Darrell Christensen is a member based in Pasadena, CA. The practice focuses on Health Care. Jay has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Christensen & Auer. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Jay takes on
Jay concentrates on health care. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jay handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Health Care cases in Pasadena, California
Jay takes health care matters in Pasadena, 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 Jay agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Jay Darrell Christensen — health care lawyer in Pasadena
Jay Darrell Christensen is a member based in Pasadena, CA. The practice focuses on Health Care. Jay has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Christensen & Auer. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Jay Darrell Christensen is a lawyer practicing healthcare law. Jay received a B.S. degree from Brigham Young University, and has been licensed for 51 years. Jay practices at Christensen & Auer in Pasadena, CA.
Working with Jay on a health care matter
Jay Darrell Christensen is a lawyer practicing healthcare law. Jay received a B.S. degree from Brigham Young University, and has been licensed for 51 years. Jay practices at Christensen & Auer in Pasadena, CA.
Clients Jay works with
Jay reviews new inquiries case-by-case for health care matters in Pasadena and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Utah
J.D. · 1975
Brigham Young University B.S. cum laude Brigham Young University B.S. in Economics Brigham Young University
M.S. · 1970
Jurisdictions
Jay's state bar admissions
California
1975 · ACTIVE
Jay studied at J.D. in University of Utah and M.S. in Brigham Young University B.S. cum laude Brigham Young University B.S. in Economics Brigham Young University.
Law school and academic background
Jay completed J.D. in University of Utah and M.S. in Brigham Young University B.S. cum laude Brigham Young University B.S. in Economics Brigham Young University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jay runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Jay has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Jay's professional memberships and bar associations
American Bar Association (Member, Health Care Committee and Subcommittee Past Chairman, Antitrust Section, 1982-1987) State Bar of California National Health Lawyers Association American Academy of Healthcare Attorneys
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Locations
Jay Darrell Christensen's office in Pasadena
Jay's primary office is at 225 South Lake Avenue, Suite 860, Pasadena, CA, 91101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Jay Darrell Christensen — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Jay. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing health care attorneys in Pasadena.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Jay Darrell Christensen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new health care attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jay usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jay charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jay'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; Jay will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a health care attorney in Pasadena, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many health care 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 Jay
Jay discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in health care practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every health care 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. Jay confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jay's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many health care practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jay Darrell Christensen
How much does it cost to hire Jay for a health care case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jay walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jay offer a free consultation?
Jay charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jay's office. Some health care attorneys offer free consults — check Jay's current terms during booking.
How long do health care cases in California typically take?
Simple health care 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. Jay gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jay take my case if I'm outside Pasadena?
Jay 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 — Jay 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 Jay?
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. Jay will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jay accepting new health care clients right now?
Jay's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Health Care attorneys serving Pasadena, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Jay handles health care matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified health care attorneys in that community.
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- 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
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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