Christina Sylvie Karayan, General Attorney in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Over 23 years of legal practice · focused on General, Litigation, and Personal Injury
AssociateatLewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practicing general in Fort Lauderdale since 2003.
- 23+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Christina Sylvie Karayan is an associate based in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The practice focuses on General, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Christina has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP.
- Based in
- Fort Lauderdale, FL
- Experience
- over 23 years
- Known for
- General · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles General, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Fort Lauderdale, FL.
- Over 23 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Christina Sylvie Karayan: Christina Sylvie Karayan is an associate based in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The practice focuses on General, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Christina has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP.
Areas of practice
Christina's practice areas in Fort Lauderdale
Christina concentrates on general, litigation, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Christina handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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General cases in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Christina takes general matters in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Christina agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Christina takes litigation matters in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Christina agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Christina takes personal injury matters in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Christina agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Christina takes product liability matters in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Christina agrees to represent you.
Biography
Christina Sylvie Karayan, general attorney serving Fort Lauderdale
Christina Sylvie Karayan is an associate based in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The practice focuses on General, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Christina has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP. Christina works from Fort Lauderdale, Florida and takes on general matters across the region.
Christina Sylvie Karayan is a lawyer practicing litigation, construction & development, defective and dangerous products and 1 other area of law. Christina received a degree from Loyola Law School in 2002, and has been licensed for 23 years. Christina practices at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
Working with Christina on a general matter
Christina Sylvie Karayan is a lawyer practicing litigation, construction & development, defective and dangerous products and 1 other area of law. Christina received a degree from Loyola Law School in 2002, and has been licensed for 23 years. Christina practices at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
Who Christina represents
Christina reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, litigation, and personal injury matters in Fort Lauderdale and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Christina studied and practices
Loyola Law School
J.D. M.B.A · 2002
Loyola Law School
M.B.A University · 2002
Jurisdictions
Christina's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
2003 · ACTIVE
California
2003 · ACTIVE
Christina studied at J.D. M.B.A in Loyola Law School and M.B.A University in Loyola Law School.
Law school and academic background
Christina completed J.D. M.B.A in Loyola Law School and M.B.A University in Loyola Law School. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Christina runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Christina Sylvie Karayan's office in Fort Lauderdale
Christina's primary office is at 110 SE 6th Street, Suite 2600, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP
110 SE 6th Street, Suite 2600
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
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How to hire Christina Sylvie Karayan — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Christina usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Christina charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Christina's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Christina will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Christina
Christina discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Christina confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Christina's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Christina Sylvie Karayan
How much does it cost to hire Christina for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Christina walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Christina offer a free consultation?
Christina charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Christina's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Christina's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Florida typically take?
Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Christina gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Christina take my case if I'm outside Fort Lauderdale?
Christina is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Christina will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Christina?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Christina will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Christina accepting new general clients right now?
Christina's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
General attorneys serving Fort Lauderdale, Miami and Tampa in Florida
Christina handles general matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified general attorneys in that community.
- Fort Lauderdale6,726 attorneys
- Miami15,918 attorneys
- Tampa9,739 attorneys
- Orlando7,352 attorneys
- Jacksonville5,497 attorneys
- Tallahassee4,383 attorneys
- West Palm Beach3,699 attorneys
- Boca Raton3,668 attorneys
- Coral Gables3,397 attorneys
- Naples2,155 attorneys
- St Petersburg2,098 attorneys
- Sarasota1,994 attorneys
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