Find a Lawyer in Los Angeles

Common questions

How do I verify a lawyer's license in Los Angeles?

Search the attorney's name or bar number on the official State Bar of California search tool at calbar.ca.gov. This shows active license status, admission date, and any public disciplinary record.

How much does a lawyer cost in Los Angeles?

Personal injury lawyers work on contingency (33.3%–40% of recovery). Business, employment, and family law attorneys charge hourly rates ($300–$600+/hour). Criminal defense attorneys charge flat fees ($2,500–$10,000+ depending on charges).

What is the statute of limitations for personal injury in California?

You have 2 years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit in California civil court (or 3 years if the injury was discovered later).

Are there damage caps on personal injury claims in California?

For general personal injury cases, there are no damage caps. For medical malpractice, non-economic damages are capped at $350,000 for injury claims (increasing $40,000 per year) and $500,000 for wrongful death claims.

Is California a community property state?

Yes. All assets, income, and debts acquired during marriage are community property split 50/50 upon divorce unless protected by a valid prenuptial agreement.

Where will my lawsuit be heard in Los Angeles?

State civil litigation is filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court (main civil hub at Stanley Mosk Courthouse, 111 N. Hill St, Los Angeles). Federal matters go to the U.S. District Court, Central District of California.