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Krist Biakanja - California Personal Injury Attorney

Education and Accomplishments

Krist Biakanja is a committed personal injury attorney at Bisnar Chase who thrives on fighting for the rights of his clients.

After fulfilling a lifelong dream of becoming a lawyer, Krist is focused on making a significant impact at Bisnar Chase. He is dedicated to helping those who have been injured, and ensuring that wrongdoers are held responsible.

Krist was born and raised in Orange County and graduated from Huntington Beach High School. A talented academic with an unparalleled desire to excel in the legal profession, he earned a BA in Political Science from California State University Long Beach in 2013. During his time at CSULB, he was a member of the Political Science Honor Society and was a key contributor to the university’s championship-winning American Collegiate Moot Court Association (ACMCA) team.

From there, Krist earned his Juris Doctorate – as well as the prestigious LL.M. masters law degree – from the University of Washington School of Law.

Alongside his studies, Krist honed his legal knowledge by working with the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office. While there, he boasted an unbeaten record in preliminary hearings and worked on high profile trials, including two murder trials and a death penalty case. Krist has also worked with the University of Washington Tribal Court Public Defense Clinic, as well as the Immigrant Families Advocacy Program.

Dedicated to Making a Difference

Krist joined Bisnar Chase as a Law Clerk in 2018 and was promoted to become an associate attorney at the firm after passing the California Bar.

“It is incredibly exciting for me to become an associate at Bisnar Chase,” Krist said. “I’m looking forward to being able to put my education and training to good use, and I am dedicated to making a difference for our clients.”

The talented personal injury attorney takes his new role very seriously. He added: “I have wanted to become a lawyer since I was a kid, and it is a position and a responsibility that I take great pride in.

“I want to be able to help those people who have been hurt and need help, and ensure that those responsible are made accountable for their actions.”

Personal Interests

When Krist is not fighting for the rights of his clients, he likes to keep active. He enjoys hiking and fishing, and achieved the elite rank of an Eagle Scout in his younger days. Krist also loves to travel, both across the United States and internationally, and is a huge sports fan – watching football, hockey, and baseball. In keeping with his Orange County roots, he is a fan of the Anaheim Ducks and the Angels, as well as the Los Angeles Chargers and UW Huskies.

Contact Krist Biakanja

As a member of Bisnar Chase’s outstanding roster of highly-skilled lawyers, Krist Biakanja works on a ‘No Win, No Fee’ basis, with a focus on personal injury law. To contact Krist, please call (800) 561-4887.


View Krist's profile on the State Bar of California website

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