Mark Koji Kitabayashi, Employment Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on Employment and Litigation
Senior CounselatLozano Smith A Professional Corporation
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing employment in Los Angeles since 1986.
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Mark Koji Kitabayashi is a senior counsel based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Mark has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lozano Smith A Professional Corporation.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 40 years
- Known for
- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Mark Koji Kitabayashi: Mark Koji Kitabayashi is a senior counsel based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Mark has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lozano Smith A Professional Corporation.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Mark Koji Kitabayashi
Mark concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Los Angeles, California
Mark 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 Mark agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California
Mark 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 Mark agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Mark Koji Kitabayashi — Over 40 years of California employment experience
Mark Koji Kitabayashi is a senior counsel based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Mark has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lozano Smith A Professional Corporation.
Mark Koji Kitabayashi is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, litigation. Mark received a B.A. degree from University of California, Los Angeles, and has been licensed for 40 years. Mark practices at Lozano Smith A Professional Corporation in Los Angeles, CA.
How Mark handles employment matters
Mark Koji Kitabayashi is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, litigation. Mark received a B.A. degree from University of California, Los Angeles, and has been licensed for 40 years. Mark practices at Lozano Smith A Professional Corporation in Los Angeles, CA.
The kind of cases Mark takes
Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Mark Koji Kitabayashi's legal education and bar admissions
University of Southern California
J.D. · 1986
University of California, Los Angeles B.A.
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Jurisdictions
Mark's state bar admissions
California
1986 · ACTIVE
Mark studied at J.D. in University of Southern California and — in University of California, Los Angeles B.A..
Law school and academic background
Mark completed J.D. in University of Southern California and — in University of California, Los Angeles B.A.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mark runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Mark's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of California American Bar Association Japanese-American Bar Association
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Locations
Mark Koji Kitabayashi's office in Los Angeles
Mark's primary office is at 801 S. Figueroa St., Ste. 450, Los Angeles, CA, 90017. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Lozano Smith A Professional Corporation
801 S. Figueroa St., Ste. 450
Los Angeles, CA 90017
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How to hire Mark Koji Kitabayashi — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mark usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mark charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark'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; Mark 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 Mark
Mark 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. Mark confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mark'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 Mark Koji Kitabayashi
How much does it cost to hire Mark for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mark walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mark offer a free consultation?
Mark charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Mark'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. Mark gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mark take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Mark 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 — Mark 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 Mark?
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. Mark will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mark accepting new employment clients right now?
Mark'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
Mark handles employment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
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- 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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