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Sunny Hwang, Litigation Attorney in San Francisco, California

Over 12 years of legal practice

Associate, LitigationatManatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP

San Francisco, CA

Practicing litigation in San Francisco since 2014.

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Sunny Hwang is an associate, litigation based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Litigation. Sunny has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP.

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San Francisco, CA
Experience
over 12 years
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Litigation
  • Handles Litigation matters from San Francisco, CA.
  • Over 12 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Sunny Hwang: Sunny Hwang is an associate, litigation based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Litigation. Sunny has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Sunny takes on

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

Litigation cases in San Francisco, California

Sunny takes litigation matters in San Francisco, 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 Sunny agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Sunny Hwang — litigation lawyer in San Francisco

Sunny Hwang is an associate, litigation based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Litigation. Sunny has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP.

Sunny Hwang is a lawyer practicing litigation. Sunny received a B.A. degree from Columbia University, Columbia College in 2005, and has been licensed for 12 years. Sunny practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in San Francisco, CA.

How Sunny handles litigation matters

Sunny Hwang is a lawyer practicing litigation. Sunny received a B.A. degree from Columbia University, Columbia College in 2005, and has been licensed for 12 years. Sunny practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in San Francisco, CA.

Who Sunny represents

Sunny reviews new inquiries case-by-case for litigation matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of California, Irvine School of Law J.D. cum laude University of California, Irvine School of Law J.D. 2013 Dean's Awards: Property University of California, Irvine School of Law J

  • Columbia University, Columbia College

    B.A. · 2005

Jurisdictions

Sunny's state bar admissions

  • California

    2014 · ACTIVE

Sunny studied at — in University of California, Irvine School of Law J.D. cum laude University of California, Irvine School of Law J.D. 2013 Dean's Awards: Property University of California, Irvine School of Law J and B.A. in Columbia University, Columbia College.

Law school and academic background

Sunny completed — in University of California, Irvine School of Law J.D. cum laude University of California, Irvine School of Law J.D. 2013 Dean's Awards: Property University of California, Irvine School of Law J and B.A. in Columbia University, Columbia College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sunny runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Sunny Hwang's office in San Francisco

Sunny's primary office is at 30th Floor, One Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA, 94111. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP

30th Floor, One Embarcadero Center

San Francisco, CA 94111

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Hiring guide

How to hire Sunny Hwang — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a litigation attorney in San Francisco, 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 Sunny

Sunny 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. Sunny confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Sunny'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 Sunny Hwang

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

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

  • Does Sunny offer a free consultation?

    Sunny charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sunny's office. Some litigation attorneys offer free consults — check Sunny'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. Sunny gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Sunny take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?

    Sunny 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 — Sunny 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 Sunny?

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

  • Is Sunny accepting new litigation clients right now?

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

Areas served

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

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

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