Shane Yu-Sheng Kao, Entertainment Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 31 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, General, and IP
Paramount Pictures
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing entertainment in Los Angeles since 1995.
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Shane Yu-Sheng Kao is a paramount pictures based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and IP. Shane has over 31 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 31 years
- Known for
- Entertainment · General · IP
- Handles Entertainment, General, and IP matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 31 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Shane Yu-Sheng Kao: Shane Yu-Sheng Kao is a paramount pictures based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and IP. Shane has over 31 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Shane's practice areas in Los Angeles
Shane concentrates on entertainment, general, and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Shane handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment
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General
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IP
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Entertainment cases in Los Angeles, California
Shane takes entertainment 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 Shane agrees to represent you.
General cases in Los Angeles, California
Shane takes general 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 Shane agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Los Angeles, California
Shane 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 Shane agrees to represent you.
Biography
Shane Yu-Sheng Kao, entertainment attorney serving Los Angeles
Shane Yu-Sheng Kao is a paramount pictures based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and IP. Shane has over 31 years of legal experience. Shane works from Los Angeles, California and takes on entertainment matters across the region.
Shane Yu-Sheng Kao is a lawyer practicing entertainment, intellectual property, technology. Shane received a B.S. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years. Shane practices in Los Angeles, CA.
Working with Shane on a entertainment matter
Shane Yu-Sheng Kao is a lawyer practicing entertainment, intellectual property, technology. Shane received a B.S. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years. Shane practices in Los Angeles, CA.
Who Shane represents
Shane reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, general, and ip matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Shane studied and practices
Georgetown University Law Center
J.D. · 1995
University of California, Berkeley
B.S. Electrical · 1991
Jurisdictions
Shane's state bar admissions
Hong Kong
2002 · ACTIVE
California
1995 · ACTIVE
Shane studied at J.D. in Georgetown University Law Center and B.S. Electrical in University of California, Berkeley.
Law school and academic background
Shane completed J.D. in Georgetown University Law Center and B.S. Electrical in University of California, Berkeley. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Shane runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Shane Yu-Sheng Kao's office in Los Angeles
Shane's primary office is at 1300 Midvale Ave Apt 303, Los Angeles, CA, 90024-6241. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Shane Yu-Sheng Kao — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Shane usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Shane charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shane'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; Shane will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in Los Angeles, 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 Shane
Shane 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. Shane confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Shane'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 Shane Yu-Sheng Kao
How much does it cost to hire Shane for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Shane walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Shane offer a free consultation?
Shane charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shane's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Shane'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. Shane gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Shane take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Shane 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 — Shane 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 Shane?
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. Shane will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Shane accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Shane'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 Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Shane handles entertainment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified entertainment attorneys in that community.
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