Adams, Duerk & Kamenstein LLP

ABOUT ADK

Adams, Duerk & Kamenstein LLP (ADK) is a Los Angeles-based, nationally active, WBEC West-certified litigation boutique that handles complex civil litigation, sensitive internal investigations, and white collar criminal defense and investigations. Our Chambers USA-ranked team represents individuals and organizations of all sizes—from leading executives and elected officials to startups, nonprofits, Fortune 500 companies, and world-renowned universities—in state and federal courts nationwide, combining keen fact-finding instincts with proven litigation skills to prevail when the stakes are highest.

ADK is staffed by veterans of top law firms, government agencies, and in-house legal departments. As seasoned trial lawyers, we start with the endgame, preparing every case for the eventuality of trial. By optimally positioning cases at their outset, we help clients stay in control of the narrative and build the leverage they need to win. At the same time, we engage in diligent negotiations behind the scenes, relying on our reputation for “the highest standards of professional integrity” (Chambers USA) to secure favorable resolutions outside of court.

ADK functions as a highly agile team, able to adapt to—and overcome—any hurdle. We respond in kind to fast-moving proceedings, keeping clients one step ahead of the opposition and out of the public eye. Our size gives us the flexibility to meet the unique needs of each case, often in the form of bespoke strategies that minimize costs while maximizing value. By combining personalized service with all the resources and sophistication of a large firm, we stand apart in our ability to deliver top-quality results without compromising on efficiency.

OUR CAPABILITIES

In the complex commercial litigation arena, ADK is entrusted with disputes of significant value and sensitivity, including matters involving government regulatory institutions, contract and partnership disputes, legal and professional liability, insurance coverage, class and multi-district actions, products liability, unfair competition, trade secrets, antitrust, employment, and discrimination. We also conduct internal investigations into allegations of misconduct—such as fraud, embezzlement, anti-competitive conduct, breach of fiduciary duty, harassment, and retaliation—against executives and elected officials.

Recently, we have represented:

• A multibillion-dollar corporation in a $100 million class action lawsuit alleging various employment claims pertaining to a putative class consisting of approximately 30,000 California employees.
• PetroSaudi Oil Services (Venezuela) Ltd. in a nine-figure federal forfeiture action stemming from allegations pertaining to the 1Malaysia Development Berhad scandal (also known as the “1MDB” scandal) involving the prime minister of Malaysia and others in an alleged multibillion-dollar fraud that occurred in the early 2010s.
• The County of Los Angeles in multiple cases involving allegations of civil rights violations, with approximately $50-100 million in potential liability per case.
• The CEO of a defunct, celebrity-backed national snack foods company in a lawsuit alleging various acts of securities fraud.
• Six Flags Discovery Kingdom (owned by Six Flags Theme Parks, an $8 billion company) in a lawsuit brought by a former employee alleging retaliation and sexual harassment.
• A $200 million IT company in a case involving claims of breach of contract and wrongful termination.
• A Fortune 500 company in a sensitive internal investigation.
• A statewide university system in a sensitive internal investigation.