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Niall Gordon Yamane, Litigation Attorney in Los Angeles, California

Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on Litigation, Personal Injury, and TBI/SCI · 4.5/5 rating from 1 verified client review

AssociateatKabateck Brown Kellner Llp

Los Angeles, CA

Practicing litigation in Los Angeles since 1985.

41+
Years practicing
4.5 ★
1 client review
3
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Niall Gordon Yamane is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Litigation, Personal Injury, and TBI/SCI. Niall has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kabateck Brown Kellner Llp. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Los Angeles, CA
Experience
over 41 years
Known for
Litigation · Personal Injury · TBI/SCI
  • Handles Litigation, Personal Injury, and TBI/SCI matters from Los Angeles, CA.
  • Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with BV Distinguished.

About Niall Gordon Yamane: Niall Gordon Yamane is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Litigation, Personal Injury, and TBI/SCI. Niall has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kabateck Brown Kellner Llp. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Niall Gordon Yamane

Niall concentrates on litigation, personal injury, and tbi/sci. Each area below outlines the kind of case Niall handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California

Niall takes litigation 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 Niall agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Los Angeles, California

Niall takes personal injury 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 Niall agrees to represent you.

TBI/SCI cases in Los Angeles, California

Niall takes tbi/sci 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 Niall agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Niall Gordon Yamane — Over 41 years of California litigation experience

Niall Gordon Yamane is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Litigation, Personal Injury, and TBI/SCI. Niall has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kabateck Brown Kellner Llp. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Niall Gordon Yamane is a lawyer practicing plaintiffs personal injury, catastrophic injury, torts and 1 other area of law. Niall received a B.A. degree from Pacific University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years. Niall practices at Kabateck Brown Kellner LLP in Los Angeles, CA.

Working with Niall on a litigation matter

Niall Gordon Yamane is a lawyer practicing plaintiffs personal injury, catastrophic injury, torts and 1 other area of law. Niall received a B.A. degree from Pacific University in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years. Niall practices at Kabateck Brown Kellner LLP in Los Angeles, CA.

Clients Niall works with

Niall reviews new inquiries case-by-case for litigation, personal injury, and tbi/sci matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Niall Gordon Yamane's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of San Francisco Law School

    J.D. · 1984

  • Pacific University

    B.A. · 1981

Jurisdictions

Niall's state bar admissions

  • Alabama

    2024 · ACTIVE

  • California

    1987 · ACTIVE

  • Hawaii

    1985 · ACTIVE

Niall studied at J.D. in University of San Francisco Law School and B.A. in Pacific University.

Law school and academic background

Niall completed J.D. in University of San Francisco Law School and B.A. in Pacific University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Niall runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Niall Gordon Yamane

Niall has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Affiliations

Niall's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Hawaii State Bar Association State Bar of California Consumer Attorneys of California San Mateo County Trial Lawyers Association (Member, Board of Directors, 1998—) The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Los Angeles Trial Lawyers Association

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Locations

Niall Gordon Yamane's office in Los Angeles

Niall's primary office is at 644 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA, 90017. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Kabateck Brown Kellner Llp

644 S. Figueroa St.

Los Angeles, CA 90017

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Niall Gordon Yamane — 4.5/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Niall. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing litigation attorneys in Los Angeles.

4.5

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Hiring guide

How to hire Niall Gordon Yamane — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a litigation attorney in Los Angeles, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many litigation 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 Niall

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every litigation 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. Niall confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Niall Gordon Yamane

  • How much does it cost to hire Niall for a litigation case?

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

  • Does Niall offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do litigation cases in California typically take?

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

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

    Niall 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 — Niall 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 Niall?

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

  • Is Niall accepting new litigation clients right now?

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

Areas served

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