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William Martin Karns

Personal injury Attorney at Los Angeles, CA

4.5   8 reviews

also known as Bill Karns

  • Licensed for less than one year
    State TX
    Acquired 2022
    Status
    Eligible to Practice in Texas No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 17 years
    State CA
    Acquired 2005
    Status
    Active No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About William

Learn William’s areas of practice.

Bill Karns specializes in litigating major personal injury cases involving defective products, automobile accidents, and premises liability. He has also litigated cases involving breach of contract, fraud, and other "Business Torts." 

 

He has been selected as a 2011 SuperLawyers Rising Star. He is a member of the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles (CAALA) and Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC). Bill was elected to the CAALA Board of Governors as well as the Board of Directors for CAOC. Bill is also a member of the Los Angeles County Bar Association (LACBA), the Beverly Hills Bar Association, the Irish American Lawyers Association, the Italian American Lawyers Association, and the Justice Carlos Moreno Inn of Court.

 

Bill is actively involved in all of his professional memberships. He serves on CAALA's Education Committee and was the 2011 vice chair of the New Lawyers Committee. He is the 2012 CAALA Government Relations Chair responsible for electing pro-consumer candidates to public office. He also served as the Barristers liaison to the LACBA Litigation Section. 

 

In 2010, Bill was appointed to LACBA's Judicial Election Evaluation Committee responsible for rating Superior Court Judges running for office. He is also on the Board of Governors for the Italian American Lawyers Association. Two of his articles have been published in CAALA's Advocate magazine.

 

Born and raised in Los Angeles, Bill graduated from the University of Southern California and received his law degree from Loyola University School of Law.

 

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Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Excellent Lawyer
Bill Karns handled my case like a master. My experience with him and his firm went above and beyond my expectations. Due to his keen knowledge of the law, exceptional work ethic and unrelenting dedication to my case, my suit was settled in an extremely positive and favorable manner. I am grateful that I had him on my side. Bill and his brother Mike are a powerhouse team. They treated me with dignity and respect while making me feel like I was much more than just a client. It was a pleasure to work with such gentlemen. At Karns and Karns you can be assured that you will be in good hands.
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Posted by James | September 23, 2016
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| Hired Attorney
Great experience, advice and customer service.
We hired K&K this year and were extremely happy with the results. Speaking with lawyers can be intimidating and confusing. Karns & Karns made the process very easy. They are a family run law firm and the difference is apparent. They have great customer service and did a great job explaining each step and helping us understand our options and helping us reach a settlement that was much better thank expected. Ability to win our case and quality of communication were the most important to us and our business. They do both very well I would highly recommend this firm to anyone needing their services.
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Posted by Greg | September 22, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Personal Injury
I hired Karns and Karns to help handle a personal injury case. Best decision I could have made in very difficult circumstances.
Posted by John | September 22, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Excellent Service and Comittment
Attorney had excellent knowledge about the possible outcomes of my case and he made sure we get the outcome we wanted (Thanks Bill!). There were quite a few hurdles but he made sure we got the results we discussed. it took little time but we are VERY satisfied.
Posted by Kathy | June 26, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Competent and caring
I was referred to Bill when my husband suffered traumatic and near fatal injuries in an accident. Bill managed this family crisis from start to finish - obviously legally, but also intervened on our behalf with the hospital and doctors in order that my husband received optimal care. Bill is diligent and hard working. He pursued every party responsible for what happened to my husband and we came away financially with more than we initially expected - only because during his deposition questions did important information come forward from a witness. I truly feel that another attorney would not have caught this small detail, but Bill did, and that was a win for us.
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Posted by anonymous | June 24, 2016
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| Hired Attorney
One of the Best
Bill Karns listened to what I was going through and worked to find a solution that put me in a better place. I am now financially secure and back to enjoying life. He was always available when I had a question and thoughtful in his answers. I would recommend him to anyone needing help.
Posted by Stacey | June 24, 2016
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| Hired Attorney
Excellent Attorney
Bill represented me in an accident with my sister and he was helpful and walked us through everything and a good settlement. Really knows what he's talking about. So glad we got a lawyer.
Posted by Mario | February 25, 2021
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| Hired Attorney
Worst service and value
if you can settle your case by yourself do it ! These lawyers suck !!! Their negotiating skills are the worst i dont recommend them .
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Cost

Rates
  • Contingency 33%-33%

Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Partner
  • Cheong, Denove, Rowell, Bennett & Karns
  • 2012 - Present
  • Associate
  • Cheong, Denove, Rowell & Bennett
  • 2006 - 2011

Education

  • Loyola University School of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 2005
  • University of Southern California
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 2002

Legal Cases

  • Doe v. Vehicle Manufacturer
  • $4,950,000.00 Settlement

Associations

  • Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
  • Education Committee
  • 2011 - Present
  • Justice Carlos Moreno Inn of Court
  • Member
  • 2011 - Present
  • Beverly Hills Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2011 - Present
  • Consumer Attorneys of California
  • Board of Directors
  • 2011 - Present
  • Los Angeles County Bar Association
  • Judicial Election Evaluation Committee
  • 2010 - Present
  • Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
  • Board of Governors
  • 2010 - Present
  • Italian American Lawyers Association
  • Board of Governors
  • 2008 - Present
  • Italian American Lawyers Association
  • Member
  • 2008 - Present
  • Los Angeles County Bar Association Litigation Section
  • Barristers liaison
  • 2008 - Present
  • Irish American Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2006 - Present
  • Carlos Moreno Inn of Court
  • Member
  • 2006 - Present
  • Consumer Attorneys of California
  • Member
  • 2006 - Present
  • Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
  • Member
  • 2006 - Present
  • Los Angeles County Bar Association Barristers
  • Executive Committee
  • 2005 - Present
  • Los Angeles County Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2005 - Present
  • Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
  • Government Relations Chair
  • 2012 - 2012
  • Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
  • Vice chair of the New Lawyers Committee
  • 2011 - 2011
  • Los Angeles County Bar Association
  • Judicial Election Evaluation Committee
  • 2010 - 2010
  • Italian American Lawyers Association
  • Board of Governors
  • 2008 - 2008
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Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Korean

Honors and Awards

  • 2011 Rising Star
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2011

Publications

Speaking Engagements

  • CAALA, Annual Convention
  • Leins
  • 2011
  • CAALA, Annual Convention
  • Auto Cases and Expedited Jury Trial
  • 2011
  • Attorney Boot Camp
  • Discovery
  • 2011
  • Loyola Law School
  • Do's and Don'ts of Networking
  • 2009
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Attorney endorsements

Received (8)
Given (1)
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Personal injury Attorney | Mar 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Bill is not only a skilled and aggressive advocate but also an attorney who instantly connects with his clients. We have referred several clients with personal injury issues to K & K and they have all expressed to me how impressed they were with Bill and how satisfied they were with the results of their case."
Personal injury Attorney | Jun 24
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Mr. Karns has been a dedicated advocate of injured victims for the last decade. I have had the opportunity to work with him on a few matters. He is knowledgeable, professional, and caring. I strongly recommend Mr. Karns."
Litigation Attorney | May 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mr. Karns is an experienced and effective litigator. I endorse this lawyer."
Litigation Attorney | Apr 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Personal injury Attorney | Aug 07
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Bill has been a great friend and a great mentor to me in the legal field. Really smart and hard working. I often turn to him for guidance on a variety of legal matter."
Litigation Attorney | May 31
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Bill is a talented and excellent litigator. He exhibits impeccable professionalism and knowledge in his field."
Personal injury Attorney | May 08
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Bill is a quick thinking fast acting lawyer. Whenever I need a second opinion on a personal injury case, he's the man I call."
Litigation Attorney | May 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known and watched Mr. Karns since he became a lawyer. I recently had the opportunity to see Mr. Karns in action during trial. I was blown away by his skills, and I see many, many lawyers in trial. This is a lawyer at the top of his game. I recommend him without hesitation."
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Los Angeles Personal injury Lawyer William Martin Karns
William Martin Karns
Personal injury Attorney
Los Angeles, CA
Licensed for 17 years