Jon Christopher Yonemitsu

Jon Christopher Yonemitsu, Employment Attorney in Los Angeles, California

Over 28 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, General, and Litigation

PartneratGordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP

Los Angeles, CA

Practicing employment in Los Angeles since 1998.

28+
Years practicing
1
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Jon Christopher Yonemitsu is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Litigation. Jon has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP.

Based in
Los Angeles, CA
Experience
over 28 years
Known for
Employment · General · Litigation
  • Handles Employment, General, and Litigation matters from Los Angeles, CA.
  • Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Jon Christopher Yonemitsu: Jon Christopher Yonemitsu is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Litigation. Jon has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Jon takes on

Jon concentrates on employment, general, litigation, product liability, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jon handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Los Angeles, California

Jon 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 Jon agrees to represent you.

General cases in Los Angeles, California

Jon 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 Jon agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California

Jon 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 Jon agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in Los Angeles, California

Jon takes product liability 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 Jon agrees to represent you.

Real Estate cases in Los Angeles, California

Jon 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 Jon agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Jon Christopher Yonemitsu — employment lawyer in Los Angeles

Jon Christopher Yonemitsu is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Litigation. Jon has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP.

Jon Christopher Yonemitsu is a lawyer practicing tort & product liability, employment law, real estate and 4 other areas of law. Jon received a B.A. degree from Oregon State University, and has been licensed for 28 years. Jon practices at Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP in Los Angeles, CA and 1 other location.

Jon's approach to employment cases

Jon Christopher Yonemitsu is a lawyer practicing tort & product liability, employment law, real estate and 4 other areas of law. Jon received a B.A. degree from Oregon State University, and has been licensed for 28 years. Jon practices at Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP in Los Angeles, CA and 1 other location.

Clients Jon works with

Jon reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, general, and litigation matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • California Western School of Law J.D.

  • Oregon State University B.A. Business and Economics

Jurisdictions

Jon's state bar admissions

  • California

    1998 · ACTIVE

Jon studied at — in California Western School of Law J.D. and — in Oregon State University B.A. Business and Economics.

Law school and academic background

Jon completed — in California Western School of Law J.D. and — in Oregon State University B.A. Business and Economics. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jon runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Jon's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Bar Association of San Francisco Asian American Bar Association

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Locations

Jon Christopher Yonemitsu's office in Los Angeles

Jon's primary office is at 633 West Fifth Street, 52nd Floor, Los Angeles, CA, 90071. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP

633 West Fifth Street, 52nd Floor

Los Angeles, CA 90071

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Hiring guide

How to hire Jon Christopher Yonemitsu — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jon usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Jon charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jon'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; Jon will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Los Angeles, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Jon

Jon discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment 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. Jon confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Jon's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Jon Christopher Yonemitsu

  • How much does it cost to hire Jon for a employment case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jon walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Jon offer a free consultation?

    Jon charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jon's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Jon's current terms during booking.

  • How long do employment cases in California typically take?

    Simple employment 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. Jon gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Jon take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?

    Jon 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 — Jon 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 Jon?

    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. Jon will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Jon accepting new employment clients right now?

    Jon's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Employment attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California

Jon handles employment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.

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