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Karen Ben Wong, Business Attorney in Los Angeles, California

Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on Business and General

PartneratMilbank Llp

Los Angeles, CA

Practicing business in Los Angeles since 1986.

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Karen Ben Wong is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business and General. Karen has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Milbank Llp.

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Business · General
  • Handles Business and General matters from Los Angeles, CA.
  • Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Karen Ben Wong: Karen Ben Wong is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business and General. Karen has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Milbank Llp.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Karen Ben Wong

Karen concentrates on business and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Karen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Los Angeles, California

Karen 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 Karen agrees to represent you.

General cases in Los Angeles, California

Karen 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 Karen agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Karen Ben Wong — Over 40 years of California business experience

Karen Ben Wong is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business and General. Karen has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Milbank Llp.

Karen Ben Wong is a lawyer practicing global project finance, business law. Karen received a B.S. degree from University of Southern California in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years. Karen practices at Milbank LLP in Los Angeles, CA.

Working with Karen on a business matter

Karen Ben Wong is a lawyer practicing global project finance, business law. Karen received a B.S. degree from University of Southern California in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years. Karen practices at Milbank LLP in Los Angeles, CA.

Clients Karen works with

Karen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and general matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Karen Ben Wong's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Southern California

    J.D. · 1986

  • University of Southern California

    B.S. · 1982

Jurisdictions

Karen's state bar admissions

  • California U.S. Cour

    1986 · ACTIVE

Karen studied at J.D. in University of Southern California and B.S. in University of Southern California.

Law school and academic background

Karen completed J.D. in University of Southern California and B.S. in University of Southern California. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Karen runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Karen Ben Wong's office in Los Angeles

Karen's primary office is at 2029 Century Park E., 33rd Fl., Los Angeles, CA, 90067-3019. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Milbank Llp

2029 Century Park E., 33rd Fl.

Los Angeles, CA 90067-3019

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Hiring guide

How to hire Karen Ben Wong — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Karen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Karen'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; Karen 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 Karen

Karen 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. Karen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Karen'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 Karen Ben Wong

  • How much does it cost to hire Karen for a business case?

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

  • Does Karen offer a free consultation?

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

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

    Karen 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 — Karen 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 Karen?

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

  • Is Karen accepting new business clients right now?

    Karen'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

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