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.
- 14+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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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
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- over 14 years
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- 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.
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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.
- 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
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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