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Offit Kurman Expands Los Angeles Presence with Second Office

October 1, 2026
Offit Kurman Expands Los Angeles Presence with Second Office

Offit Kurman is pleased to announce the opening of a second Los Angeles office on October 1, further expanding the firm's presence in Southern California and strengthening its ability to serve clients throughout the region. The new location is at 1925 Century Park East, Suite 2150, in Century City.

The additional office reflects the firm's continued investment in the Los Angeles market and its commitment to providing businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals with convenient access to legal counsel.

The Century Park East office will complement the firm's existing location in Los Angeles and provide additional capacity to support continued expansion across practice areas.

About Offit Kurman 

Offit Kurman is a full-service Am Law 200 law firm with more than 300 attorneys providing comprehensive legal counsel across 30+ practice areas. Since its founding in 1987, the firm has served the privately held marketplace focusing on dynamic businesses, individuals, and families—helping them maximize business value and protect personal wealth through innovative, entrepreneurial legal solutions. The firm is distinguished by the quality, breadth, and global reach of its legal services and a unique operational structure that encourages a culture of collaboration. 

 For more information, visit https://www.offitkurman.com.  

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