Kevin Scott Wattles, General Attorney in Westlake Village, California
Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on General, Insurance, and Litigation
MemberatSoltman Levitt Flaherty And Wattles Llp
Westlake Village, CA
Practicing general in Westlake Village since 1990.
- 36+
- Years practicing
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Kevin Scott Wattles is a member based in Westlake Village, CA. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Litigation. Kevin has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Soltman Levitt Flaherty And Wattles Llp.
- Based in
- Westlake Village, CA
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- General · Insurance · Litigation
- Handles General, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Westlake Village, CA.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Kevin Scott Wattles: Kevin Scott Wattles is a member based in Westlake Village, CA. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Litigation. Kevin has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Soltman Levitt Flaherty And Wattles Llp.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Kevin Scott Wattles
Kevin concentrates on general, insurance, litigation, product liability, and business. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kevin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Insurance
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Product Liability
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General cases in Westlake Village, California
Kevin takes general matters in Westlake Village, 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 Kevin agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Westlake Village, California
Kevin takes insurance matters in Westlake Village, 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 Kevin agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Westlake Village, California
Kevin takes litigation matters in Westlake Village, 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 Kevin agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Westlake Village, California
Kevin takes product liability matters in Westlake Village, 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 Kevin agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Westlake Village, California
Kevin takes business matters in Westlake Village, 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 Kevin agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Kevin Scott Wattles — Over 36 years of California general experience
Kevin Scott Wattles is a member based in Westlake Village, CA. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Litigation. Kevin has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Soltman Levitt Flaherty And Wattles Llp.
Kevin Scott Wattles is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, general practice, products liability and 1 other area of law. Kevin received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years. Kevin practices at Soltman, Levitt, Flaherty & Wattles LLP in Westlake Village, CA.
Kevin's approach to general cases
Kevin Scott Wattles is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, general practice, products liability and 1 other area of law. Kevin received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years. Kevin practices at Soltman, Levitt, Flaherty & Wattles LLP in Westlake Village, CA.
Clients Kevin works with
Kevin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, insurance, and litigation matters in Westlake Village and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Kevin Scott Wattles's legal education and bar admissions
Pepperdine University School of Law
J.D. · 1990
Harvard University
B.A. Economics · 1986
Jurisdictions
Kevin's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1994 · ACTIVE
California
1994 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1991 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
1990 · ACTIVE
Kevin studied at J.D. in Pepperdine University School of Law and B.A. Economics in Harvard University.
Law school and academic background
Kevin completed J.D. in Pepperdine University School of Law and B.A. Economics in Harvard University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kevin runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Kevin's professional memberships and bar associations
Massachusetts and American Bar Associations State Bar of California
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Locations
Kevin Scott Wattles's office in Westlake Village
Kevin's primary office is at 2535 Townsgate Rd., Ste. 307, Westlake Village, CA, 91361-5984. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Soltman Levitt Flaherty And Wattles Llp
2535 Townsgate Rd., Ste. 307
Westlake Village, CA 91361-5984
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How to hire Kevin Scott Wattles — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kevin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kevin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kevin'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; Kevin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Westlake Village, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Kevin
Kevin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Kevin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kevin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kevin Scott Wattles
How much does it cost to hire Kevin for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kevin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kevin offer a free consultation?
Kevin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kevin's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Kevin's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in California typically take?
Simple general 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. Kevin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kevin take my case if I'm outside Westlake Village?
Kevin 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 — Kevin 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 Kevin?
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. Kevin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kevin accepting new general clients right now?
Kevin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
General attorneys serving Westlake Village, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Kevin handles general matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified general attorneys in that community.
- Westlake Village865 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
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
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