Michael D. Waks

Overview

Practice Areas

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Contingent (33%-40%)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

  • Michael D. Waks Personal Injury Attorney
    300 E. San Antonio Dr.
    Long Beach, CA 90807
    Office: 888-394-1174
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Languages Spoken

  • English

About Me

Photos (7)

Videos (1)

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References

Client Reviews

Average Client Rating


5 star rating

“You won't find a better attorney”

Posted by: Steve, about 1 year ago.

Client Review: I would not have received a just settlement to my case without the exceptional work of Michael Waks. You won't find a more capable, knowledgeable,... more
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5 star rating

“Don't delay; if you THINK you need a lawyer, call Michael Waks”

Posted by: Frank, about 1 year ago.

Client Review: I made only one mistake. I dawdled trying to deal with an insuance company on my own. I should've called an attorney right away. I live out-of-... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

5 endorsements


John P. Blumberg

I endorse this lawyer.

Endorsement from lawyer: John Blumberg , Long Beach (CA), 12 months ago
Daniel Rodriguez

Michael is relentless in representing his clients. He is especially good in making sure that his clients get the best possible medical treatment. I... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Daniel Rodriguez , Bakersfield (CA), About 1 year ago
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Résumé

 

License

30 years since Michael D. Waks was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
California Active 1982 02/09/2012

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Arbitrator at LA County Superior Court 1985–present
Mediator at LA County Superior Court 1985–present
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Southwestern University School of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1982
State University of New York at Albany BA - Bachelor of Arts 1978

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Super Lawyer Super Lawyers 2011
Member Million Dollar Advocates Forum 2011
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member Government Relations Committee Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles 1985-present
Member Public Relations Committee Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles 1985-present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 9
Answers: 5 Legal Answers
0 Best Answers - chosen by asker
1 Answer marked "I agree" by other lawyers
1 Answer marked helpful by other users
Guides: 16 Legal Guides
0 Staff Picks
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Slip and Fall Cases Going Legal 2009

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Myths and Misconceptions of the Civil Justice System Torrance Democratic Club 2010
Myths and Misconceptions of the Civil Justice System Kiwanis Club 2010