John Adam Karaczynski, Business Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 48 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Class Action, and General
PartneratAkin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing business in Los Angeles since 1978.
- 48+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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John Adam Karaczynski is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and General. John has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 48 years
- Known for
- Business · Class Action · General
- Handles Business, Class Action, and General matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About John Adam Karaczynski: John Adam Karaczynski is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and General. John has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by John Adam Karaczynski
John concentrates on business, class action, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Class Action
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Litigation
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Business cases in Los Angeles, California
John 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 John agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases in Los Angeles, California
John 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 John agrees to represent you.
General cases in Los Angeles, California
John 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 John agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California
John 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 John agrees to represent you.
Biography
About John Adam Karaczynski — Over 48 years of California business experience
John Adam Karaczynski is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and General. John has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP.
John Adam Karaczynski is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, antitrust and unfair competition, class action and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years. John practices at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP in Los Angeles, CA and 1 other location.
Working with John on a business matter
John Adam Karaczynski is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, antitrust and unfair competition, class action and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years. John practices at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP in Los Angeles, CA and 1 other location.
The kind of cases John takes
John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, class action, and general matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
John Adam Karaczynski's legal education and bar admissions
Cornell Law School
J.D. · 1977
Cornell University
B.A. · 1974
Jurisdictions
John's state bar admissions
California
1980 · ACTIVE
New York U.S. Suprem
1978 · ACTIVE
John studied at J.D. in Cornell Law School and B.A. in Cornell University.
Law school and academic background
John completed J.D. in Cornell Law School and B.A. in Cornell University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
John's professional memberships and bar associations
New York State and American Bar Associations State Bar of California Association of Business Trial Lawyers
Member, Board of Governors, 1988-1989 · membership
Locations
John Adam Karaczynski's office in Los Angeles
John's primary office is at 2029 Century Park E, Ste. 2400, Los Angeles, CA, 90067-3010. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP
2029 Century Park E, Ste. 2400
Los Angeles, CA 90067-3010
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How to hire John Adam Karaczynski — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with John usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
John charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain John'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; John 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 John
John 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. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
John'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 John Adam Karaczynski
How much does it cost to hire John for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. John walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does John offer a free consultation?
John charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check John'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. John gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can John take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
John 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 — John 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 John?
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. John will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is John accepting new business clients right now?
John'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
John 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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