Jeffrey Todd Harlan, Business Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 29 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Environmental, and General
AttorneyatVenable LLP
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing business in Los Angeles since 1997.
- 29+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Jeffrey Todd Harlan is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Environmental, and General. Jeffrey has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Venable LLP.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 29 years
- Known for
- Business · Environmental · General
- Handles Business, Environmental, and General matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 29 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Jeffrey Todd Harlan: Jeffrey Todd Harlan is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Environmental, and General. Jeffrey has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Venable LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Jeffrey Todd Harlan
Jeffrey concentrates on business, environmental, general, government, and landlord/tenant. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jeffrey handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Environmental
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General
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Government
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Landlord/Tenant
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Real Estate
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Business cases in Los Angeles, California
Jeffrey 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 Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Los Angeles, California
Jeffrey takes environmental 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 Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
General cases in Los Angeles, California
Jeffrey 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 Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Los Angeles, California
Jeffrey takes government 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 Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
Landlord/Tenant cases in Los Angeles, California
Jeffrey takes landlord/tenant 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 Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Jeffrey Todd Harlan — Over 29 years of California business experience
Jeffrey Todd Harlan is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Environmental, and General. Jeffrey has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Venable LLP.
Jeffrey Todd Harlan is a lawyer practicing business, project finance, environmental and natural resources and 4 other areas of law. Jeffrey received a degree from Vermont Law School, S Royalton VT, and has been licensed for 29 years. Jeffrey practices at Venable LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
Working with Jeffrey on a business matter
Jeffrey Todd Harlan is a lawyer practicing business, project finance, environmental and natural resources and 4 other areas of law. Jeffrey received a degree from Vermont Law School, S Royalton VT, and has been licensed for 29 years. Jeffrey practices at Venable LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
Who Jeffrey represents
Jeffrey reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, environmental, and general matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Jeffrey Todd Harlan's legal education and bar admissions
Vermont Law School, S Royalton VT
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Jurisdictions
Jeffrey's state bar admissions
California
1997 · ACTIVE
Jeffrey studied at — in Vermont Law School, S Royalton VT.
Law school and academic background
Jeffrey completed — in Vermont Law School, S Royalton VT. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jeffrey runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Jeffrey Todd Harlan's office in Los Angeles
Jeffrey's primary office is at 2049 Century Park East, Suite 2100, Los Angeles, CA, 90067. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Jeffrey Todd Harlan — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jeffrey usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jeffrey charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jeffrey'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; Jeffrey will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Jeffrey
Jeffrey discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Jeffrey confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jeffrey's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jeffrey Todd Harlan
How much does it cost to hire Jeffrey for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jeffrey walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jeffrey offer a free consultation?
Jeffrey charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jeffrey's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Jeffrey's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in California typically take?
Simple business 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. Jeffrey gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jeffrey take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Jeffrey 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 — Jeffrey 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 Jeffrey?
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. Jeffrey will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jeffrey accepting new business clients right now?
Jeffrey's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Jeffrey handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business 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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