Lisa Margaret Howard, ADR Attorney in Santa Monica, California

Lisa concentrates on adr, appellate, civil rights, contracts, and criminal defense. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lisa handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• ADR

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• Appellate

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• Civil Rights

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• Contracts

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• Criminal Defense

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• Drug Crimes

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• DUI/DWI

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• DV Defense

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• DV Protection

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• Elder Law

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• Employment Contracts

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• Expungement

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• Family Law

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• Federal Crimes

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• General

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• Government

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• Insurance

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• Internet

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• Landlord/Tenant

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• Litigation

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• Personal Injury

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• Real Estate

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• Sexual Harassment

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• Slip & Fall

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• SSD

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• Theft

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• Traffic

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• Wage & Hour

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• Wrongful Termination

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• Business

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Lisa's primary office is at 1014 Broadway, Ste. 1196, Santa Monica, CA, 90401. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

Lisa discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Lisa for a adr case?

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

• Does Lisa offer a free consultation?

  Lisa charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lisa's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Lisa's current terms during booking.

• How long do adr cases in California typically take?

  Simple adr 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. Lisa gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Lisa take my case if I'm outside Santa Monica?

  Lisa 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 — Lisa 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 Lisa?

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

• Is Lisa accepting new adr clients right now?

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