Tara Church

Tara Church, Consumer Attorney in Los Angeles, California

Over 21 years of legal practice · focused on Consumer, Criminal Defense, and IP

Associate, LitigationatManatt Phelps And Phillips Llp

Los Angeles, CA

Practicing consumer in Los Angeles since 2005.

21+
Years practicing
2
Bar admissions

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Tara Church is an associate, litigation based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Consumer, Criminal Defense, and IP. Tara has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Manatt Phelps And Phillips Llp.

Based in
Los Angeles, CA
Experience
over 21 years
Known for
Consumer · Criminal Defense · IP
  • Handles Consumer, Criminal Defense, and IP matters from Los Angeles, CA.
  • Over 21 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Tara Church: Tara Church is an associate, litigation based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Consumer, Criminal Defense, and IP. Tara has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Manatt Phelps And Phillips Llp.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Tara takes on

Tara concentrates on consumer, criminal defense, ip, litigation, and securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Tara handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Consumer cases in Los Angeles, California

Tara takes consumer 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 Tara agrees to represent you.

Criminal Defense cases in Los Angeles, California

Tara takes criminal defense 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 Tara agrees to represent you.

IP cases in Los Angeles, California

Tara 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 Tara agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California

Tara 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 Tara agrees to represent you.

Securities cases in Los Angeles, California

Tara takes securities 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 Tara agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Tara Church — consumer lawyer in Los Angeles

Tara Church is an associate, litigation based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Consumer, Criminal Defense, and IP. Tara has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Manatt Phelps And Phillips Llp.

Tara Church is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, criminal defense, intellectual property and 1 other area of law. Tara received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 2000, and has been licensed for 21 years. Tara practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in Los Angeles, CA.

Tara's approach to consumer cases

Tara Church is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, criminal defense, intellectual property and 1 other area of law. Tara received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 2000, and has been licensed for 21 years. Tara practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in Los Angeles, CA.

Clients Tara works with

Tara reviews new inquiries case-by-case for consumer, criminal defense, and ip matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Harvard Law School

    J.D. · 2003

  • University of Southern California

    B.A. History · 2000

Jurisdictions

Tara's state bar admissions

  • New York

    2006 · ACTIVE

  • California

    2005 · ACTIVE

Tara studied at J.D. in Harvard Law School and B.A. History in University of Southern California.

Law school and academic background

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

Affiliations

Tara's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Membership Activities Admitted to practice in the state and federal courts of California and New York

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Locations

Tara Church's office in Los Angeles

Tara's primary office is at Trident Center, East Tower, 11355 West Olympic Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, 90064. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Manatt Phelps And Phillips Llp

Trident Center, East Tower, 11355 West Olympic Boulevard

Los Angeles, CA 90064

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Hiring guide

How to hire Tara Church — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a consumer attorney in Los Angeles, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many consumer 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 Tara

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every consumer 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. Tara confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Tara Church

  • How much does it cost to hire Tara for a consumer case?

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

  • Does Tara offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do consumer cases in California typically take?

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

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

    Tara 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 — Tara 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 Tara?

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

  • Is Tara accepting new consumer clients right now?

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

Areas served

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

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

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