Yazan A. Abdolkarim

07/21/2025

Summary

Yazan Abdolkarim is a dedicated attorney known for his thoughtful, client-centered approach to professional liability defense. With a strong foundation in business, he brings practical insight and strategic thinking to his legal practice. He was drawn to professional liability defense by a desire to help professionals navigate high-stakes personal challenges with care and perspective. He handles a wide range of matters in professional liability defense, including malpractice claims, disciplinary and administrative investigations, general negligence actions, and business advisory work for professionals. He is a natural fit and an asset to CEF’s professional liability practice group.

Yazan earned his J.D. from the Ohio State University Moritz College of Law and his undergraduate degree in Business and Philosophy from Wayne State University, where he received recognition for his academic achievements and was a Student Ambassador for the Mike Ilitch School of Business.

As a former radio sports broadcaster, clients appreciate his straightforward communication and the sense of trust he builds as he helps them navigate complex legal matters. Outside of work, he enjoys playing golf, basketball, and running.

Practice Areas

Credentials

Education
  • Ohio State Moritz College of Law (J.D., 2023)
  • Wayne State University (B.S. in Business & Philosophy, 2020)
Admissions
  • State Bar of Michigan
Professional Activities
  • Michigan Society for Healthcare Risk Managers (member)
  • National Arab American Bar Association – Michigan Chapter (member)
Community Involvement
  • Member of Michigan Society for Healthcare Risk Managers
  • Member of National Arab American Bar Association – Michigan Chapter
  • Youth basketball coach (2018-2020)
Accomplishments
  • Ohio State Moritz College of Law Eminent Scholar
Prominent Outcomes
  • Successful Motion for Summary Disposition on Accord and Satisfaction grounds (February 2025)
  • Successful Motion to dismiss based on court’s lack of personal jurisdiction over defendant in Franklin County Court of Common Pleas (Columbus, OH) (August 2022)
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