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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
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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 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.

Main office

Drasin Yee Klipfel And Santiago

3415 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Ste. 440

Los Angeles, CA 90034-6016

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Hiring guide

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

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