Steven Leroy Finston, Family Law Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 52 years of legal practice · focused on Family Law and General
Associate
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing family law in Los Angeles since 1974.
- 52+
- Years practicing
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Steven Leroy Finston is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Family Law and General. Steven has over 52 years of legal experience.
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- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 52 years
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- Family Law · General
- Handles Family Law and General matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 52 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Steven Leroy Finston: Steven Leroy Finston is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Family Law and General. Steven has over 52 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Steven takes on
Steven concentrates on family law and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Steven handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Family Law cases in Los Angeles, California
Steven takes family law 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 Steven agrees to represent you.
General cases in Los Angeles, California
Steven 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 Steven agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Steven Leroy Finston — family law lawyer in Los Angeles
Steven Leroy Finston is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Family Law and General. Steven has over 52 years of legal experience.
Steven Leroy Finston is a lawyer practicing family, worker's compensation, family law. Steven received a B.S. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years. Steven practices in Los Angeles, CA.
Steven's approach to family law cases
Steven Leroy Finston is a lawyer practicing family, worker's compensation, family law. Steven received a B.S. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years. Steven practices in Los Angeles, CA.
The kind of cases Steven takes
Steven reviews new inquiries case-by-case for family law and general matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
J.D. · 1973
University of California, Berkeley
B.S. Business · 1969
Jurisdictions
Steven's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1988 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1988 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1974 · ACTIVE
California
1974 · ACTIVE
Steven studied at J.D. in Hastings College of the Law, University of California and B.S. Business in University of California, Berkeley.
Law school and academic background
Steven completed J.D. in Hastings College of the Law, University of California and B.S. Business in University of California, Berkeley. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Steven runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Steven's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of California
membership
Locations
Steven Leroy Finston's office in Los Angeles
Steven's primary office is at 124 N Crescent Heights Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90048-3520. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Steven Leroy Finston — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new family law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Steven usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Steven charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Steven'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; Steven will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a family law attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many family law 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 Steven
Steven discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in family law practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every family law 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. Steven confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Steven's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many family law practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Steven Leroy Finston
How much does it cost to hire Steven for a family law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Steven walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Steven offer a free consultation?
Steven charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Steven's office. Some family law attorneys offer free consults — check Steven's current terms during booking.
How long do family law cases in California typically take?
Simple family law 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. Steven gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Steven take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Steven 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 — Steven 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 Steven?
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. Steven will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Steven accepting new family law clients right now?
Steven's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Family Law attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Steven handles family law matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified family law 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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