How much does it cost to hire Karen for a child custody 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 child custody attorneys offer free consults — check Karen's current terms during booking.

How long do child custody cases in California typically take?

Simple child custody 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 child custody clients right now?

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

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Karen J Suri, Child Custody Attorney in Los Angeles, California

Over 15 years of legal practice · focused on Child Custody, Child Support, and Divorce

Los Angeles, CA

Practicing child custody in Los Angeles since 2011.

15+: Years practicing
1: Bar admission

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Child Custody Child Support Divorce Family Law

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Karen J Suri is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Child Custody, Child Support, and Divorce. Karen has over 15 years of legal experience.

Based in: Los Angeles, CA
Experience: over 15 years
Known for: Child Custody · Child Support · Divorce

Handles Child Custody, Child Support, and Divorce matters from Los Angeles, CA.
Over 15 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Areas of practice

Karen's practice areas in Los Angeles

Karen concentrates on child custody, child support, divorce, and family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Karen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Child Custody cases in Los Angeles, California

Karen takes child custody 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.

Child Support cases in Los Angeles, California

Karen takes child support 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.

Divorce cases in Los Angeles, California

Karen takes divorce 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.

Family Law cases in Los Angeles, California

Karen takes family law 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

Karen J Suri, child custody attorney serving Los Angeles

Karen J Suri is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Child Custody, Child Support, and Divorce. Karen has over 15 years of legal experience. Karen works from Los Angeles, California and takes on child custody matters across the region.

Karen J Suri is a lawyer practicing family, divorce & separation, child custody and 1 other area of law. Karen received a degree from California Western SOL, San Diego, CA, and has been licensed for 15 years. Karen practices in Los Angeles, CA.

How Karen handles child custody matters

The kind of cases Karen takes

Karen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for child custody, child support, and divorce matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Karen studied and practices

California Western School of Law
JD · 2011
California Western SOL, San Diego, CA Univ of Southern Calif, Los Angeles, CA
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Jurisdictions

Karen's state bar admissions

California
2011 · ACTIVE

Karen studied at JD in California Western School of Law and — in California Western SOL, San Diego, CA Univ of Southern Calif, Los Angeles, CA.

Law school and academic background

Karen completed JD in California Western School of Law and — in California Western SOL, San Diego, CA Univ of Southern Calif, Los Angeles, CA. 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 J Suri's office in Los Angeles

Karen's primary office is at 1820 Industrial Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90021. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1820 Industrial Street

Los Angeles, CA 90021

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Hiring guide

How to hire Karen J Suri — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new child custody 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 child custody attorney in Los Angeles, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many child custody 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 child custody practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every child custody 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 child custody practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Karen J Suri

How much does it cost to hire Karen for a child custody 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 child custody attorneys offer free consults — check Karen's current terms during booking.
How long do child custody cases in California typically take?
Simple child custody 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 child custody 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

Child Custody attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California

Karen handles child custody matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified child custody attorneys in that community.

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