Adam Leberthon, ADR Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 37 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Class Action · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Of CounselatWilson Elser
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing adr in Los Angeles since 1989.
- 37+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Adam Leberthon is an of counsel based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Class Action. Adam has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wilson Elser. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 37 years
- Known for
- ADR · Business · Class Action
- Handles ADR, Business, and Class Action matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Adam Leberthon: Adam Leberthon is an of counsel based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Class Action. Adam has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wilson Elser. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Adam takes on
Adam concentrates on adr, business, class action, employment, and environmental. Each area below outlines the kind of case Adam handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Business
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Class Action
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Employment
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Environmental
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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ADR cases in Los Angeles, California
Adam takes adr 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 Adam agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Los Angeles, California
Adam 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 Adam agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases in Los Angeles, California
Adam takes class action 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 Adam agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Los Angeles, California
Adam takes employment 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 Adam agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Los Angeles, California
Adam takes environmental 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 Adam agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Adam Leberthon — adr lawyer in Los Angeles
Adam Leberthon is an of counsel based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Class Action. Adam has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wilson Elser. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Adam Leberthon is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, class action defense, commercial litigation and 6 other areas of law. Adam received a B.A. degree from University of San Diego in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years. Adam practices at Wilson Elser in Los Angeles, CA.
Working with Adam on a adr matter
Adam Leberthon is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, class action defense, commercial litigation and 6 other areas of law. Adam received a B.A. degree from University of San Diego in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years. Adam practices at Wilson Elser in Los Angeles, CA.
Who Adam represents
Adam reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and class action matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Southern California Gould School of Law J.D. 1989 Publication Editor University of Southern California Gould School of Law J.D. Southern California Law Review University of Sout
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University of San Diego
B.A. Economics · 1985
Jurisdictions
Adam's state bar admissions
California U.S. Dist
1989 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1989 · ACTIVE
Adam studied at — in University of Southern California Gould School of Law J.D. 1989 Publication Editor University of Southern California Gould School of Law J.D. Southern California Law Review University of Sout and B.A. Economics in University of San Diego.
Law school and academic background
Adam completed — in University of Southern California Gould School of Law J.D. 1989 Publication Editor University of Southern California Gould School of Law J.D. Southern California Law Review University of Sout and B.A. Economics in University of San Diego. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Adam runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Adam has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Adam's professional memberships and bar associations
Memberships & Affiliations Western Center on Law & Poverty, board member Los Angeles County Bar Association, Litigation Section, 2001-present Voluntary Settlement Conference Officer, Los Angeles County Superior Court, 2009- 2012
membership
Locations
Adam Leberthon's office in Los Angeles
Adam's primary office is at 555 S. Flower Street, Suite 2900, Los Angeles, CA, 90071-2407. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Wilson Elser
555 S. Flower Street, Suite 2900
Los Angeles, CA 90071-2407
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Client reviews of Adam Leberthon — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Adam. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in Los Angeles.
5.0
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How to hire Adam Leberthon — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Adam usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Adam charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Adam'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; Adam will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Adam
Adam discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Adam confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Adam's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Adam Leberthon
How much does it cost to hire Adam for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Adam walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Adam offer a free consultation?
Adam charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Adam's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Adam's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in California typically take?
Simple adr 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. Adam gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Adam take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Adam 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 — Adam 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 Adam?
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. Adam will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Adam accepting new adr clients right now?
Adam's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
ADR attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Adam handles adr matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr 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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