Austin Van Schwing, Class Action Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 26 years of legal practice · focused on Class Action, General, and Litigation
PartneratGibson Dunn And Crutcher Llp
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing class action in Los Angeles since 2000.
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Austin Van Schwing is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Class Action, General, and Litigation. Austin has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gibson Dunn And Crutcher Llp.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 26 years
- Known for
- Class Action · General · Litigation
- Handles Class Action, General, and Litigation matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Austin Van Schwing: Austin Van Schwing is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Class Action, General, and Litigation. Austin has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gibson Dunn And Crutcher Llp.
Areas of practice
Austin's practice areas in Los Angeles
Austin concentrates on class action, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Austin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Class Action
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General
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Litigation
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Class Action cases in Los Angeles, California
Austin 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 Austin agrees to represent you.
General cases in Los Angeles, California
Austin 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 Austin agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California
Austin 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 Austin agrees to represent you.
Biography
Austin Van Schwing, class action attorney serving Los Angeles
Austin Van Schwing is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Class Action, General, and Litigation. Austin has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gibson Dunn And Crutcher Llp. Austin works from Los Angeles, California and takes on class action matters across the region.
Austin Van Schwing is a lawyer practicing litigation, antitrust and trade regulation, class actions. Austin received a degree from University of California - Los Angeles in 2000, and has been licensed for 26 years. Austin practices at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP in Los Angeles, CA and 1 other location.
Working with Austin on a class action matter
Austin Van Schwing is a lawyer practicing litigation, antitrust and trade regulation, class actions. Austin received a degree from University of California - Los Angeles in 2000, and has been licensed for 26 years. Austin practices at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP in Los Angeles, CA and 1 other location.
Who Austin represents
Austin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for class action, general, and litigation matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Austin studied and practices
University of California - Los Angeles
Juris Doctor · 2000
Jurisdictions
Austin's state bar admissions
California United St
2000 · ACTIVE
Austin studied at Juris Doctor in University of California - Los Angeles.
Law school and academic background
Austin completed Juris Doctor in University of California - Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Austin runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Austin Van Schwing's office in Los Angeles
Austin's primary office is at 333 South Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA, 90071. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Austin Van Schwing — 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 Austin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Austin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Austin'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; Austin 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 Austin
Austin 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. Austin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Austin'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 Austin Van Schwing
How much does it cost to hire Austin for a class action case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Austin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Austin offer a free consultation?
Austin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Austin's office. Some class action attorneys offer free consults — check Austin'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. Austin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Austin take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Austin 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 — Austin 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 Austin?
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. Austin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Austin accepting new class action clients right now?
Austin'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
Austin 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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