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159 distinguished personal injury law attorneys in California, each reviewed by the Lawyers of Distinction Selection Committee.

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William Seligmann

Personal Injury Law

333 Church St, STE A, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

William R. Seligmann has been practicing law for over 30 years in the areas of government and municipal law, personal injury law, construction and development, real estate, and constitutional law. In 2001, Mr. Seligmann established the Law Offices of William R. Seligmann, working in a close relationship with the firm of Atchison, Barisone & Condotti n Santa Cruz; and he has served as the City Attorney for the City of Campbell since 1985. Additionally, he has served on the Executive Committees of Public Law and Litigation Sections of the California Bar, chairing the former Section from 2004 to 2005. He has also served on the Civil Practice Committee of the Santa Clara County Bar Association, chairing the Committee in 2012. He has been a presenter speaker at function of the State Bar and League of California Cities; and he has also served as a consultant and reviewer on a number of legal publications including the California Municipal Law Handbook, and California Land Use Practice.

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William Shinoff

William Shinoff

Distinguished Lawyer

Personal Injury Law

402 W Broadway, Suite 860, San Diego, CA 92101

William Shinoff is a trial lawyer at the Frantz Law Group and specializes in litigating complex catastrophic personal injury, wrongful death, sexual abuse, sexual assault and mass tort cases. Mr. Shinoff attributes his love and passion for the courtroom to his family roots in the legal profession. Prior to joining Frantz Law Group, Mr. Shinoff represented School Districts and Public Entities throughout Southern California at one of the premier Public Entity law firms in Southern California. During his nine years representing public entities, Mr. Shinoff litigated matters in both state and federal court throughout California. After nearly a decade of defense work, Mr. Shinoff decided to shift his practice and represent individuals to stand up for the rights and delivering justice for people in need. His unique defense background enables him to deal with large corporate entities and big insurance companies and navigate through the smoke and mirrors of insurance company Bureaucracy. Mr. Shinoff strives to take a hands on approach with his clients and makes sure they are completely satisfied and comforted throughout the litigation process. Mr. Shinoff began his undergraduate studies at the University of Miami, Florida and completed his education at the University of Victoria, British Columbia where he obtained a bachelor’s degree. Following university, he graduated cum laude from California Western School of Law where he was an associate editor on the Law Review Journal. He is admitted to practice law before the California State Courts, as well as the Central and Southern Districts of California.

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Yoshiaki Kubota

Yoshiaki Kubota

Distinguished Lawyer

Personal Injury Law

16530 Bake Pkwy ste 100, Irvine, CA 92618, USA

Yoshiaki “Yoshi” Kubota is a founding partner of Kubota & Craig, a distinguished personal injury law firm based in Irvine, California. With over three decades of legal expertise, Yoshi has earned a stellar reputation as one of Southern California’s premier trial attorneys. His unwavering commitment to justice, relentless client advocacy, and exceptional legal acumen have garnered him numerous accolades and the respect of his peers. Yoshi’s extensive experience spans complex litigation, catastrophic injury cases, wrongful death claims, product liability, and governmental tort liability. Photograph of Yoshi Kubota, Personal Injury Lawyer with 30 Years of Award-Winning ExperienceDriven by a passion for securing justice for injury victims, Yoshi is a seasoned personal injury attorney with deep expertise in navigating the intricacies of personal injury law. His practice focuses on representing clients in a wide range of cases, including motor vehicle accidents (cars, motorcycles, and trucks), pedestrian and bicycle accidents, slip-and-fall incidents, workplace injuries, construction site accidents, and more. Over the course of his career, Yoshi has successfully tried more than 45 jury trials to verdict and resolved hundreds of cases through mediation and arbitration. This extensive courtroom experience, combined with his proven ability to deliver favorable outcomes in high-stakes litigation, underscores his standing as a trusted advocate for his clients. His comprehensive understanding of personal injury law empowers him to craft innovative legal strategies tailored to the unique circumstances of each case.

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Yvette Essakhar

Yvette Essakhar

Distinguished Lawyer

Personal Injury Law

10880 Wilshire Blvd #2070, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA

Yvette Essakhar is a co-founder of Hillstone Law Accident and Injury Attorneys, where she is dedicated to fiercely advocating for victims of personal injury throughout California. For nearly the past decade, Ms. Essakhar has specialized in personal injury law, passionately fighting for her clients and securing justice in even the most challenging cases. She brings a unique and invaluable perspective to her practice, having previously represented insurance companies on the defense side. This experience gives her an insider’s understanding of the strategies used in personal injury litigation, which she leverages to protect the rights and interests of injured victims. Ms. Essakhar is known for representing her clients aggressively while treating them like family. She is transparent, always prioritizing what is in her clients’ best interest. A strategic thinker who is not afraid to think outside of the box, she has achieved seven-figure results in cases that were previously rejected by other law firms. Her reputation is built on tireless advocacy, personalized attention, and a commitment to delivering real results. Before founding Hillstone Law, Ms. Essakhar sharpened her legal skills at The Kaufman Law Group, focusing on complex civil litigation—including business and real estate disputes—as well as white-collar criminal defense. Her experience spans both civil and criminal law in state and federal courts. In civil matters, she has successfully represented clients across industries such as corporate, employment law (including #MeToo and sexual harassment cases), intellectual property, and entertainment. In criminal law, she has worked on high-profile cases involving RICO allegations, public corruption, fraud, and money laundering. Ms. Essakhar also has extensive experience in pre-trial litigation, depositions, and trial preparation, particularly in handling hostile witnesses. Her international legal background includes work at a prestigious anti-terrorism law firm in Tel Aviv, Israel, where she developed a strong foundation in global legal matters. She has also taught legal courses, deepening her expertise and ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly. A proud graduate of the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), Ms. Essakhar earned both her Juris Doctorate and B.A., Magna Cum Laude, from UCLA. She is admitted to practice in all California state courts, as well as the United States District Court for the Central District of California. Outside of her legal work, Ms. Essakhar enjoys traveling and scuba diving, reflecting her passion for adventure and exploration.

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