San Marino Business Litigation Attorney
Serving San Marino's business owners and families from my Pasadena office, right next door. Call (626) 799-1858 for a consultation.
San Marino is one of Southern California's most established communities, home to the Huntington Library and to families and business owners who have built real wealth and run companies across the region. The city itself is quiet and almost entirely residential, but the legal needs of the people who live here are not: a contract dispute, a partnership falling out, or a succession plan that has to hold up. When something is genuinely at stake, you want counsel who's close by, discreet, and focused on protecting what you've built. That's what I do, and I've been doing it for more than 25 years.
After more than 25 years on these matters, I treat your problem like the business decision it is: straight answers, real options, and a clear sense of what each one is likely to cost.
Business Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Many San Marino residents own or run businesses elsewhere in the region, and I represent them, on both sides of the "v.," in the disputes that most often put a company or an investment at risk:
- Breach of contract and commercial disputes
- Partnership, shareholder, and ownership disputes
- Commercial lease and real estate disputes
- Vendor, supplier, and service-agreement disputes
- Business torts, unfair competition, and related claims
I handle matters from the first demand letter through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and, when it comes to that, trial in the Los Angeles County Superior Court. My approach is straightforward: resolve the dispute on the best terms available as early as the facts allow, and litigate hard when a fair settlement isn't realistic. You'll always understand your options and what each one is likely to cost before we choose a path.
Stop Problems Before They Become Lawsuits
The best dispute is the one that never happens. A great deal of litigation traces back to a handshake deal, a borrowed contract template, or an ownership arrangement that was never properly papered. I help San Marino owners close those gaps with contract drafting and review, entity formation, real operating and partnership agreements, and outside general counsel for owners who want a lawyer on call without a lawyer on payroll. It's far cheaper to get the agreement right than to fight about it later.
Estate Planning for San Marino Families
San Marino is, above all, a community of families and the wealth they've worked to build. I provide estate planning tailored to your assets and ownership structure, including living trusts, wills, and trust administration, so your home, your business interests, and your savings pass to the people you intend, with as little friction, tax exposure, and family conflict as possible. For an owner, succession planning isn't separate from your business; it's part of protecting it.
Why San Marino Clients Work With Me
- Right next door. I'm minutes from San Marino in Pasadena and easy to reach. Meet however works for you: in person, by phone, or by video, at no extra charge.
- Discreet and practical. You'll get clear answers and a recommendation, handled with the discretion these matters deserve.
- One lawyer, start to finish. You work directly with me on your matter, not a rotating cast of associates.
- 25+ years across business and personal matters, for clients ranging from established companies to entrepreneurs to families protecting what they've built.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are San Marino business disputes filed? Most business litigation involving San Marino residents and the companies they own is filed in the Los Angeles County Superior Court, which routes larger civil cases to its central civil courts in downtown Los Angeles. I'll tell you where your matter is likely to land before we file anything.
How much does a business litigation attorney cost? It depends on the dispute, but you won't be surprised. Before we start, I'll walk you through the likely cost of each path, whether that's a demand letter, mediation, or full litigation, so you can make a business decision rather than a guess.
Do you only handle lawsuits? No. A lot of my work is preventing them, through contracts, formations, estate planning, and ongoing counsel. And when a dispute does arise, I would rather resolve it early than litigate for its own sake.
How do I get started? Reach out by phone or message and we'll set up an initial consultation to talk through your situation and whether I'm the right fit. Call (626) 799-1858 or send me a message.
Let's Talk
If you're a San Marino business owner or family facing a dispute, or you want to prevent one, let's talk it through. Call (626) 799-1858 or email info@scottwu.com to schedule a consultation.