Overview

Russ August & Kabat was founded in 1990 by Larry Russ, Rick August and Jules Kabat. By combining their litigation, corporate and finance, real estate and intellectual property expertise, they established a law firm that focuses on the creative analysis of complex legal problems to achieve outstanding results. In 2003, Marc Fenster joined the firm, and launched the patent litigation group, which is now one of the country’s most sought after patent litigation groups.

Russ August & Kabat has over fifty attorneys and two offices in Los Angeles. Our lawyers have clerked for federal district and appellate court judges, run in-house legal departments, and have led other law firms and departments of major national firms. Our lawyers include graduates from Harvard, Stanford, Yale, Michigan, Georgetown, Berkeley, Columbia, USC, and UCLA, with backgrounds in biology, computer science, engineering, biochemistry, physics, and mathematics.

Russ August & Kabat is proud to be one of the preeminent midsize law firms in Los Angeles, and has been repeatedly recognized on the Los Angeles Business Journal’s Top Law Firms list. We are proud to have an outstanding, varied and interesting client base. And we are proud to be a firm where our attorneys can work in a collegial, creative and results-oriented legal atmosphere.

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Practice Areas:
18
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
5

Rankings

National

Tier
2
National Ranking
Litigation - Patent

Regional

Los Angeles

Tier
1
Los Angeles
Litigation - Intellectual Property
Tier
1
Los Angeles
Litigation - Patent
Tier
2
Los Angeles
Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television
Tier
3
Los Angeles
Entertainment Law - Music

Firm Leadership

Rankings

National

Tier
2
National Ranking
Litigation - Patent

Regional

Los Angeles

Tier
1
Los Angeles
Litigation - Intellectual Property
Tier
1
Los Angeles
Litigation - Patent
Tier
2
Los Angeles
Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television
Tier
3
Los Angeles
Entertainment Law - Music

Practice Areas

Russ August & Kabat has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 4 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
  • Copyright Law
  • Corporate Law
  • Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television
  • Entertainment Law - Music
  • Litigation
  • Litigation - Banking and Finance
  • Litigation - Intellectual Property
  • Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Litigation - Patent
  • Litigation - Real Estate
  • Mergers and Acquisitions Law
  • Patent Law
  • Real Estate Law
  • Technology Law
  • Trade Secrets Law
  • Trademark Law
  • Transactions

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Russ August & Kabat proudly has 5 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Client Comments

A strong relationship between a client and their law firm is key to achieving the best possible outcomes. Open communication, trust, and collaboration ensure that attorneys understand each client’s unique goals and needs. Choosing the right firm means finding a team with the experience, knowledge, and dedication to guide you through every stage of the legal process.
Client comments reflect personal opinions and individual experiences. Every case is different, and outcomes depend on specific facts and circumstances. Past results and testimonials do not guarantee similar outcomes in future matters. For personalized legal advice, consult directly with an experienced attorney who can evaluate your specific situation and provide tailored guidance.
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Awards

Russ August & Kabat is honored to be recognized for excellence by Best Law Firms and other leading legal industry organizations. Our rankings and awards reflect the dedication, skill, and results our attorneys deliver across a wide range of practice areas. In addition to our Best Law Firms awards, Russ August & Kabat has earned accolades from respected national and regional publications for outstanding legal service and professional achievement. Explore our awards below to learn more about how Russ August & Kabat continues to set the standard for quality legal representation.

Offices & Contacts

Los Angeles, CA
12424 Wilshire Boulevard, 12th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90025
United States
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