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Neil Nalin Desai, IP Attorney in Los Angeles, California

Over 14 years of legal practice

Los Angeles, CA

Practicing ip in Los Angeles since 2012.

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Neil Nalin Desai is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on IP. Neil has over 14 years of legal experience.

Based in
Los Angeles, CA
Experience
over 14 years
Known for
IP
  • Handles IP matters from Los Angeles, CA.
  • Over 14 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Neil Nalin Desai: Neil Nalin Desai is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on IP. Neil has over 14 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Neil Nalin Desai

Neil concentrates on ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Neil handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

IP cases in Los Angeles, California

Neil takes ip 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 Neil agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Neil Nalin Desai — Over 14 years of California ip experience

Neil Nalin Desai is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on IP. Neil has over 14 years of legal experience.

Neil Nalin Desai is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation. Neil received a B.S. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 2006, and has been licensed for 14 years. Neil practices in Los Angeles, CA.

How Neil handles ip matters

Neil Nalin Desai is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation. Neil received a B.S. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 2006, and has been licensed for 14 years. Neil practices in Los Angeles, CA.

Who Neil represents

Neil reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Neil Nalin Desai's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of California, Los Angeles School of Law

    J.D. · 2012

  • University of California at Los Angeles

    B.S. Electrical · 2006

Jurisdictions

Neil's state bar admissions

  • California US Patent

    2012 · ACTIVE

  • California Supreme C

    2012 · ACTIVE

Neil studied at J.D. in University of California, Los Angeles School of Law and B.S. Electrical in University of California at Los Angeles.

Law school and academic background

Neil completed J.D. in University of California, Los Angeles School of Law and B.S. Electrical in University of California at Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Neil runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Neil Nalin Desai's office in Los Angeles

Neil's primary office is at 953 E 3rd St Ste 100, Los Angeles, CA, 90013-1955. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

953 E 3rd St Ste 100

Los Angeles, CA 90013-1955

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Hiring guide

How to hire Neil Nalin Desai — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Neil charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Neil'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; Neil will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a ip attorney in Los Angeles, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip 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 Neil

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every ip 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. Neil confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Neil's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Neil Nalin Desai

  • How much does it cost to hire Neil for a ip case?

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

  • Does Neil offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do ip cases in California typically take?

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

  • Can Neil take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?

    Neil 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 — Neil 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 Neil?

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

  • Is Neil accepting new ip clients right now?

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

Areas served

IP attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California

Neil handles ip matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified ip attorneys in that community.

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