Atty. Jacob Agi
Jacob Agi is a partner at Russ August & Kabat, where he is a member of the firm’s corporate & finance, mergers and acquisitions/private equity and real estate groups. Prior to joining Russ August & Kabat, Jacob practiced at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP, where he represented top-tier private equity fund sponsors and corporate clients in significant financing and private equity fund formation matters.
Corporate Law & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA
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About Jacob Agi at a Glance
Jacob Agi is a business and real estate attorney based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Russ August & Kabat. Educated at Brandeis University (BA in Business, 2012) and University of Southern California (JD). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jacob Agi
- Jacob Agi is a partner at Russ August & Kabat, where he is a member of the firm’s corporate & finance, mergers and acquisitions/private equity and real estate groups
- Prior to joining Russ August & Kabat, Jacob practiced at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP, where he represented top-tier private equity fund sponsors and corporate clients in significant financing and private equity fund formation matters
- Jacob has also assisted clients by providing strategic advice in a variety of corporate matters
- Jacob was selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch (2021 – 2024 Editions) for Real Estate Law
- He was named a “Rising Star” by the publishers of Los Angeles Magazine in 2023
- Jacob received his law degree from the USC Gould School of Law
- He received his B.A. in Business from Brandeis University
Practice Areas Explained
Jacob Agi's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jacob Agi handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Business & Corporate Law in Los Angeles
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Los Angeles
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Los Angeles are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Los Angeles Choose Jacob Agi
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Jacob Agi's practice in the field of business and real estate.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business and real estate, Jacob Agi can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means Jacob Agi attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Jacob Agi Handles in Los Angeles
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