Kayser Oskar Sume, Business Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Insurance, and Litigation
ShareholderatRichards, Watson & Gershon Attorneys at Law, A Professional Corporation
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing business in Los Angeles since 1991.
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Kayser Oskar Sume is a shareholder based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and Litigation. Kayser has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Richards, Watson & Gershon Attorneys at Law, A Professional Corporation.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 35 years
- Known for
- Business · Insurance · Litigation
- Handles Business, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Kayser Oskar Sume: Kayser Oskar Sume is a shareholder based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and Litigation. Kayser has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Richards, Watson & Gershon Attorneys at Law, A Professional Corporation.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Kayser takes on
Kayser concentrates on business, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kayser handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Los Angeles, California
Kayser 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 Kayser agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Los Angeles, California
Kayser takes insurance 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 Kayser agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California
Kayser takes litigation 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 Kayser agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Kayser Oskar Sume — business lawyer in Los Angeles
Kayser Oskar Sume is a shareholder based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and Litigation. Kayser has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Richards, Watson & Gershon Attorneys at Law, A Professional Corporation.
Kayser Oskar Sume is a lawyer practicing business litigation, insurance coverage law. Kayser received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years. Kayser practices at Richards, Watson & Gershon Attorneys at Law, A Professional Corporation in Los Angeles, CA.
How Kayser handles business matters
Kayser Oskar Sume is a lawyer practicing business litigation, insurance coverage law. Kayser received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years. Kayser practices at Richards, Watson & Gershon Attorneys at Law, A Professional Corporation in Los Angeles, CA.
Who Kayser represents
Kayser reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, insurance, and litigation matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Boston College Law School
J.D. · 1991
Stanford University
A.B. · 1988
Jurisdictions
Kayser's state bar admissions
California
1991 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1991 · ACTIVE
Kayser studied at J.D. in Boston College Law School and A.B. in Stanford University.
Law school and academic background
Kayser completed J.D. in Boston College Law School and A.B. in Stanford University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kayser runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Kayser's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of California
membership
Locations
Kayser Oskar Sume's office in Los Angeles
Kayser's primary office is at 355 South Grand Avenue, 40th Floor, Los Angeles, CA, 90071-3101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Richards, Watson & Gershon Attorneys at Law, A Professional Corporation
355 South Grand Avenue, 40th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90071-3101
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How to hire Kayser Oskar Sume — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kayser usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kayser charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kayser'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; Kayser 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 Kayser
Kayser 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. Kayser confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kayser'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 Kayser Oskar Sume
How much does it cost to hire Kayser for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kayser walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kayser offer a free consultation?
Kayser charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kayser's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Kayser'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. Kayser gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kayser take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Kayser 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 — Kayser 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 Kayser?
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. Kayser will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kayser accepting new business clients right now?
Kayser'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
Kayser handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
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- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
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