Tommy Shanman Yee, Business Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 37 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and Litigation
MemberatDrasin Yee Klipfel And Santiago
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing business in Los Angeles since 1989.
- 37+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Tommy Shanman Yee is a member based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. Tommy has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Drasin Yee Klipfel And Santiago.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 37 years
- Known for
- Business · General · Litigation
- Handles Business, General, and Litigation matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Tommy Shanman Yee: Tommy Shanman Yee is a member based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. Tommy has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Drasin Yee Klipfel And Santiago.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Tommy Shanman Yee
Tommy concentrates on business, general, litigation, personal injury, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Tommy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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General
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Workers Comp
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Business cases in Los Angeles, California
Tommy takes business 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 Tommy agrees to represent you.
General cases in Los Angeles, California
Tommy 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 Tommy agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California
Tommy 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 Tommy agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Los Angeles, California
Tommy 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 Tommy agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Los Angeles, California
Tommy takes workers comp 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 Tommy agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Tommy Shanman Yee — Over 37 years of California business experience
Tommy Shanman Yee is a member based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. Tommy has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Drasin Yee Klipfel And Santiago.
Tommy Shanman Yee is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, business law, commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law. Tommy received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1983, and has been licensed for 37 years. Tommy practices at Drasin, Yee, Klipfel & Santiago in Los Angeles, CA.
How Tommy handles business matters
Tommy Shanman Yee is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, business law, commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law. Tommy received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1983, and has been licensed for 37 years. Tommy practices at Drasin, Yee, Klipfel & Santiago in Los Angeles, CA.
The kind of cases Tommy takes
Tommy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and litigation matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Tommy Shanman Yee's legal education and bar admissions
Whittier College
J.D. · 1989
University of California, Berkeley
B.A. · 1983
Jurisdictions
Tommy's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1990 · ACTIVE
California
1989 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1989 · ACTIVE
Tommy studied at J.D. in Whittier College and B.A. in University of California, Berkeley.
Law school and academic background
Tommy completed J.D. in Whittier College and B.A. in University of California, Berkeley. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Tommy runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Tommy's professional memberships and bar associations
Los Angeles County and American Bar Association State Bar of California
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Locations
Tommy Shanman Yee's office in Los Angeles
Tommy's primary office is at 3415 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 440, Los Angeles, CA, 90034-6016. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Drasin Yee Klipfel And Santiago
3415 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 440
Los Angeles, CA 90034-6016
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How to hire Tommy Shanman Yee — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Tommy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Tommy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tommy'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; Tommy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Tommy
Tommy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Tommy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Tommy's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Tommy Shanman Yee
How much does it cost to hire Tommy for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Tommy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Tommy offer a free consultation?
Tommy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tommy's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Tommy's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in California typically take?
Simple business 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. Tommy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Tommy take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Tommy 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 — Tommy 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 Tommy?
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. Tommy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Tommy accepting new business clients right now?
Tommy's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Tommy handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business 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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