Adam J. Karr is a partner in O'Melveny's Newport Beach and Los Angeles offices and a member of the Litigation Department and Labor and Employment Practice Group. Adam has been recognized by Law360 as one of 10 Rising Stars Under 40 in the United States in the area of labor and employment law. He represents clients in class action and individual litigation, arbitrations, and before state and federal agencies. Adam practices before state and federal courts, at both the trial and appellate levels, and has represented clients in a broad range of disputes, including wage and hour matters, contract disputes, non-compete and trade secret litigation, employee benefits claims, and matters arising under the National Labor Relations Act and Railway Labor Act. Adam has also represented clients in claims of employment discrimination, harassment, wrongful discharge, and disputes under the family and medical leave laws.

Adam also provides preventive advice to clients on an ongoing basis and assists clients in handling employment related investigations, employee termination and discipline decisions, drafting employment agreements and policies, layoffs, and compliance with all aspects of labor and employment laws. He also provides assistance on labor and employment law issues arising out of mergers and acquisitions.

Adam has represented clients in a variety of industries, including entertainment, financial services, telecommunications, aerospace, professional services, technology, manufacturing, airline, and private equity, among others. In addition to his regular practice, Adam also devotes significant time each year to pro bono matters.