John Smith is a Senior Associate in Kronenberg Law, where he provides strategic legal representation to a diverse array of clients across California. Specializing in complex civil litigation, John handles a broad range of matters, including commercial business disputes, real estate transactions, landlord/tenant conflicts, personal injury litigation—with a focus on catastrophic injury cases—and construction litigation.
Throughout his career, John has successfully negotiated a mediated settlement for a large limousine company, securing a resolution significantly below the available policy limits in a complex civil case involving traumatic brain injury and lifetime impairment claims. He also achieved a notable victory by securing summary judgment on behalf of a Fortune 500 company in a mass toxic tort lawsuit concerning asbestos exposure claims.
John is dedicated to crafting litigation strategies that align with his clients’ immediate needs and core values. His commitment to efficiency and results is evident in his ability to obtain judgment on the pleadings in a complex breach of contract and fraud case for a private lender, as well as his successful defense of a Board of Directors in a professional negligence action involving a Homeowners Association.
Outside of his legal practice, John is an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys mountain biking, road cycling, snowboarding, scuba diving, and hiking, finding balance and inspiration in these activities.