Nancy Patricia Harkness, Entertainment Attorney in Beverly Hills, California
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, Internet, and IP
Beverly Hills, CA
Practicing entertainment in Beverly Hills since 1992.
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Nancy Patricia Harkness is an attorney based in Beverly Hills, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, Internet, and IP. Nancy has over 34 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Beverly Hills, CA
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- Entertainment · Internet · IP
- Handles Entertainment, Internet, and IP matters from Beverly Hills, CA.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Nancy Patricia Harkness: Nancy Patricia Harkness is an attorney based in Beverly Hills, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, Internet, and IP. Nancy has over 34 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Nancy takes on
Nancy concentrates on entertainment, internet, and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Nancy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment
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IP
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Entertainment cases in Beverly Hills, California
Nancy takes entertainment matters in Beverly Hills, 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 Nancy agrees to represent you.
Internet cases in Beverly Hills, California
Nancy takes internet matters in Beverly Hills, 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 Nancy agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Beverly Hills, California
Nancy takes ip matters in Beverly Hills, 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 Nancy agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Nancy Patricia Harkness — entertainment lawyer in Beverly Hills
Nancy Patricia Harkness is an attorney based in Beverly Hills, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, Internet, and IP. Nancy has over 34 years of legal experience.
Nancy Patricia Harkness is a lawyer practicing media and entertainment, advertising and marketing, intellectual property and technology and 2 other areas of law. Nancy received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1980, and has been licensed for 34 years. Nancy practices in Beverly Hills, CA.
Working with Nancy on a entertainment matter
Nancy Patricia Harkness is a lawyer practicing media and entertainment, advertising and marketing, intellectual property and technology and 2 other areas of law. Nancy received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1980, and has been licensed for 34 years. Nancy practices in Beverly Hills, CA.
Who Nancy represents
Nancy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, internet, and ip matters in Beverly Hills and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Fordham University
J.D. · 1985
Cornell University
B.A. · 1980
Jurisdictions
Nancy's state bar admissions
New York
1994 · ACTIVE
California
1992 · ACTIVE
Nancy studied at J.D. in Fordham University and B.A. in Cornell University.
Law school and academic background
Nancy completed J.D. in Fordham University and B.A. in Cornell University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Nancy runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Nancy Patricia Harkness's office in Beverly Hills
Nancy's primary office is at 9665 Wilshire Boulevard Suite 900 9th Floor, Beverly Hills, CA, 90212-2316. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
9665 Wilshire Boulevard Suite 900 9th Floor
Beverly Hills, CA 90212-2316
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How to hire Nancy Patricia Harkness — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Nancy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Nancy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nancy'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; Nancy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in Beverly Hills, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment 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 Nancy
Nancy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in entertainment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every entertainment 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. Nancy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Nancy's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many entertainment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Nancy Patricia Harkness
How much does it cost to hire Nancy for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Nancy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Nancy offer a free consultation?
Nancy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nancy's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Nancy's current terms during booking.
How long do entertainment cases in California typically take?
Simple entertainment 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. Nancy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Nancy take my case if I'm outside Beverly Hills?
Nancy 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 — Nancy 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 Nancy?
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. Nancy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Nancy accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Nancy's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Entertainment attorneys serving Beverly Hills, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Nancy handles entertainment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified entertainment attorneys in that community.
- Beverly Hills3,348 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
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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