Madoka Hori, Business Attorney in Glendale, California
Over 5 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and Litigation
Senior CounselatWood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP
Glendale, CA
Practicing business in Glendale since 2021.
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Madoka Hori is a senior counsel based in Glendale, CA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. Madoka has over 5 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP.
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- Glendale, CA
- Experience
- over 5 years
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- Business · General · Litigation
- Handles Business, General, and Litigation matters from Glendale, CA.
- Over 5 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Madoka Hori: Madoka Hori is a senior counsel based in Glendale, CA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. Madoka has over 5 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Madoka takes on
Madoka concentrates on business, general, litigation, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Madoka handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Glendale, California
Madoka takes business matters in Glendale, 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 Madoka agrees to represent you.
General cases in Glendale, California
Madoka takes general matters in Glendale, 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 Madoka agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Glendale, California
Madoka takes litigation matters in Glendale, 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 Madoka agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Glendale, California
Madoka takes personal injury matters in Glendale, 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 Madoka agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Glendale, California
Madoka takes product liability matters in Glendale, 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 Madoka agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Madoka Hori — business lawyer in Glendale
Madoka Hori is a senior counsel based in Glendale, CA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. Madoka has over 5 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP.
Sena Hori is senior counsel at WSHB’s Glendale, California, office. She handles all facets of civil litigation, including product liability, subrogation, and complex torts and casualties.
Sena earned her Bachelor of Arts from the University of California, Los Angeles, and then earned her Juris Doctor, cum laude, from Western State College of Law. While in law school, Sena served as an Orange County Public Defender’s Office law clerk and a judicial law clerk for the Honorable William W. Bedsworth at the California Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District Division Three.
Before joining WSHB, Sena gained valuable experience at a boutique plaintiff firm specializing in business litigation, personal injury, and lemon law. She credits this experience with giving her a unique perspective on defending business entities and crafting solutions to highly contentious matters. Sena is fluent in Korean and Japanese.
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How Madoka handles business matters
Sena Hori is senior counsel at WSHB’s Glendale, California, office. She handles all facets of civil litigation, including product liability, subrogation, and complex torts and casualties. Sena earned her Bachelor of Arts from the University of California, Los Angeles, and then earned her Juris Doctor, cum laude, from Western State College of Law. While in law school, Sena served as an Orange…
Who Madoka represents
Madoka reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and litigation matters in Glendale and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Western State College of Law
J.D. · 2018
University of California, Los Angeles
B.A. · 2013
Jurisdictions
Madoka's state bar admissions
California U.S. Dist
2021 · ACTIVE
Madoka studied at J.D. in Western State College of Law and B.A. in University of California, Los Angeles.
Law school and academic background
Madoka completed J.D. in Western State College of Law and B.A. in University of California, Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Madoka runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Madoka Hori's office in Glendale
Madoka's primary office is at 505 North Brand Boulevard, Suite 1100, Glendale, CA, 91203-3804. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP
505 North Brand Boulevard, Suite 1100
Glendale, CA 91203-3804
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How to hire Madoka Hori — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Madoka usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Madoka charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Madoka'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; Madoka will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Glendale, 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 Madoka
Madoka 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. Madoka confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Madoka'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 Madoka Hori
How much does it cost to hire Madoka for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Madoka walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Madoka offer a free consultation?
Madoka charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Madoka's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Madoka'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. Madoka gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Madoka take my case if I'm outside Glendale?
Madoka 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 — Madoka 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 Madoka?
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. Madoka will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Madoka accepting new business clients right now?
Madoka'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 Glendale, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Madoka 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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