About
Brian D. Kahn is a seasoned civil litigation attorney and partner at Chapman Glucksman, focusing on business law, construction law, environmental law, employment law, and public entity representation. He has extensive experience handling complex litigation, arbitration, and mediation for general contractors, developers, and businesses throughout California. His practice also includes toxic tort litigation, and bad faith claims for insurance, providing clients with comprehensive legal representation.
Brian earned his B.A. from the University of Southern California and his J.D. from Pepperdine University School of Law. During law school, he was involved in politics, working with the U.S. Senate, the Governor’s Office, and the White House. His early exposure to government and policy-making has informed his legal approach, particularly in regulatory compliance and public entity litigation.
Before joining Chapman Glucksman, Brian practiced at various law firms, gaining experience in business litigation, construction litigation, toxic torts, and insurance-related matters. His deep understanding of the legal and business landscape allows him to offer strategic counsel to contractors, developers, and corporations facing legal challenges. He is a recognized speaker at industry seminars on business, construction, and insurance law. He has contributed to legal education by co-authoring Thomson Reuters’ treatise Torts (California Civil Practice Series) from 2013-2017.
Brian D. Kahn has also been featured in local and nationally syndicated television news programs and regularly writes for an audio-video/home theater magazine. In addition to his legal practice, he serves as a Judge Pro-Tem in Ventura County, is actively involved with Kiwanis International, and is President of the Board of Directors for the Leonis Adobe Association, a nonprofit educational organization. His dedication to legal excellence and community involvement makes him a trusted advocate and advisor in California’s legal community.
Law Office Affiliations
- Partner, Chapman Glucksman APC
- Member, Association of Southern California Defense Counsel
Licensed State
- California
Education
- Pepperdine University School of the Law
Juris Doctor (JD) - University of Southern California
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Awards & Badges

- Appeals
- Arbitration
- Class action
- Discrimination
- Entertainment
- Limited liability company (LLC)
- Litigation
- Mediation
- Partnership
- Sexual harassment
- Wrongful termination