Ann Kane Smith, Class Action Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Class Action, Employment, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratNixon Peabody LLP
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing class action in Los Angeles since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 5
- Bar admissions
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Ann Kane Smith is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Class Action, Employment, and Litigation. Ann has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 50 years
- Known for
- Class Action · Employment · Litigation
- Handles Class Action, Employment, and Litigation matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Ann Kane Smith: Ann Kane Smith is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Class Action, Employment, and Litigation. Ann has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Ann Kane Smith
Ann concentrates on class action, employment, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ann handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Class Action
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Employment
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Litigation
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Class Action cases in Los Angeles, California
Ann 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 Ann agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Los Angeles, California
Ann 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 Ann agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California
Ann 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 Ann agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Ann Kane Smith — Over 50 years of California class action experience
Ann Kane Smith is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Class Action, Employment, and Litigation. Ann has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Ann Kane Smith is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, litigation, labor & employment and 1 other area of law. Ann received a B.A. degree from Manhattanville College in 1967, and has been licensed for 50 years. Ann practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
How Ann handles class action matters
Ann Kane Smith is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, litigation, labor & employment and 1 other area of law. Ann received a B.A. degree from Manhattanville College in 1967, and has been licensed for 50 years. Ann practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
The kind of cases Ann takes
Ann reviews new inquiries case-by-case for class action, employment, and litigation matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Ann Kane Smith's legal education and bar admissions
Southwestern University
J.D. · 1976
Manhattanville College
B.A. · 1967
Jurisdictions
Ann's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
1988 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1986 · ACTIVE
U.S. Supreme Court
1980 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1977 · ACTIVE
California
1976 · ACTIVE
Ann studied at J.D. in Southwestern University and B.A. in Manhattanville College.
Law school and academic background
Ann completed J.D. in Southwestern University and B.A. in Manhattanville College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ann runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Ann Kane Smith
Ann has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Ann's professional memberships and bar associations
Los Angeles County Bar Association State Bar of California
membership
Locations
Ann Kane Smith's office in Los Angeles
Ann's primary office is at Gas Company Tower, 555 West Fifth Street, 46th Floor, Los Angeles, CA, 90013. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Nixon Peabody LLP
Gas Company Tower, 555 West Fifth Street, 46th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90013
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Client reviews of Ann Kane Smith — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Ann. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing class action attorneys in Los Angeles.
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How to hire Ann Kane Smith — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new class action attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ann usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ann charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ann'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; Ann will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a class action attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many class action 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 Ann
Ann discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in class action practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every class action 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. Ann confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ann's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many class action practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ann Kane Smith
How much does it cost to hire Ann for a class action case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ann walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ann offer a free consultation?
Ann charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ann's office. Some class action attorneys offer free consults — check Ann's current terms during booking.
How long do class action cases in California typically take?
Simple class action 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. Ann gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ann take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Ann 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 — Ann 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 Ann?
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. Ann will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ann accepting new class action clients right now?
Ann's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Class Action attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Ann handles class action matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified class action 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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