Jacob Agi, Business Attorney in Los Angeles, California
focused on Business and Real Estate
Los Angeles, CA
Trusted business attorney serving Los Angeles.
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Jacob Agi is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Business and Real Estate.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Business · Real Estate
- Handles Business and Real Estate matters from Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026).
About Jacob Agi: Jacob Agi is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Business and Real Estate.
Areas of practice
Jacob's practice areas in Los Angeles
Jacob concentrates on business and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jacob handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Los Angeles, California
Jacob 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 Jacob agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Los Angeles, California
Jacob takes real estate 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 Jacob agrees to represent you.
Biography
Jacob Agi, business attorney serving Los Angeles
Jacob Agi is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Business and Real Estate. Jacob works from Los Angeles, California and takes on business matters across the region.
Jacob Agi is a partner at Russ August & Kabat, where he is a member of the firm’s corporate & finance, mergers and acquisitions/private equity and real estate groups. Prior to joining Russ August & Kabat, Jacob practiced at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP, where he represented top-tier private equity fund sponsors and corporate clients in significant financing and private equity fund formation matters. Jacob has also assisted clients by providing strategic advice in a variety of corporate matters.
Jacob was selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch (2021 – 2024 Editions) for Real Estate Law. He was named a “Rising Star” by the publishers of Los Angeles Magazine in 2023.
Jacob received his law degree from the USC Gould School of Law. He received his B.A. in Business from Brandeis University.
Jacob's approach to business cases
Jacob Agi is a partner at Russ August & Kabat, where he is a member of the firm’s corporate & finance, mergers and acquisitions/private equity and real estate groups. Prior to joining Russ August & Kabat, Jacob practiced at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP, where he represented top-tier private equity fund sponsors and corporate clients in significant financing and private equity fund formation…
Clients Jacob works with
Jacob reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and real estate matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Jacob studied and practices
Brandeis University
BA in Business · 2012
University of Southern California
JD
Jacob studied at BA in Business in Brandeis University and JD in University of Southern California.
Law school and academic background
Jacob completed BA in Business in Brandeis University and JD in University of Southern California. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jacob runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Jacob's legal honors and published work
Jacob has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026).
Locations
Jacob Agi's office in Los Angeles
Jacob's primary office is at 12424 Wilshire Boulevard, 12th Floor, Los Angeles, California, 12424. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Jacob Agi
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How to hire Jacob Agi — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jacob usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jacob charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jacob'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; Jacob 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 Jacob
Jacob 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. Jacob confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jacob'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 Jacob Agi
How much does it cost to hire Jacob for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jacob walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jacob offer a free consultation?
Jacob charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jacob's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Jacob'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. Jacob gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jacob take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Jacob 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 — Jacob 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 Jacob?
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. Jacob will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jacob accepting new business clients right now?
Jacob'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
Jacob handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business 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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