$ 200-295 per hour
also known as Steve Yamin
Los Angeles personal injury lawyer Steven Yamin founded M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers in 2004 with partner Nick Movagar. They have recovered over on behalf of injury victims. Attorney Steven has handled thousands of complex personal injury cases including: car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, wrongful death cases, and more.
Steven S. Yamin has been a civil litigator in California since 2004. Mr. Yamin represents plaintiffs in federal and state court in numerous areas, including civil litigation, commercial landlord-tenant matters, lease disputes, unlawful detainer and evictions, personal injury, and a variety of other litigation and risk management issues. Prior to co-founding M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers, Mr. Yamin served as a senior associate with a well-respected real estate law firm and as an associate in the business litigation departments of two large firms in Los Angeles.
Mr. Yamin's notable cases and results include the following:
• Obtained summary judgment for landlord in lease interpretation dispute regarding tenant’s attempt to exercise option to extend lease and obtained possession of premises for client.
• Represented large real estate developer and commercial property owner against JPMorgan Chase in lender-borrower dispute regarding terms of rate-lock agreement and obtained favorable settlement.
• Defended majority owner of engine testing laboratory against fraud and breach of letter of intent claims regarding agreement to negotiate sale of interest in laboratory; obtained jury verdict and denial of plaintiff’s appeal.
• Represented owner of Kodak Theatre in complex litigation involving breach of contract and indemnity claims against contractor and designers of Theatre; obtained jury verdict in favor of owner and negotiated favorable settlement.
• Obtained multiple judgments and favorable settlements totaling over seven figures for lender in cases involving breach of promissory note and guaranty.
Upon graduation from Loyola Law School in 2004, Mr. Yamin received his Juris Doctorate degree and graduated Cum Laude with Order of the Coif Honors. Mr. Yamin was also awarded the American Jurisprudence Award for achieving the highest course grade in Evidence and Wills & Trusts. While in law school, Mr. Yamin served as judicial extern to the Honorable Terry J. Hatter, Jr. of the United States District Court, Central District of California.
Mr. Yamin earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from the University of California, Los Angeles, in 2001. He became a member of the State Bar of California in December 2004, and is admitted to practice in all courts in the State of California.
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Practice Areas
15 years | 60 cases
22 years | 100 cases
$ 200-295 per hour
33%-40%
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Acquired: 2004
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4929 Wilshire Blvd Ste 960, Los Angeles, CA, 90010
350 S Figueroa St., Suite 276, Los Angeles, CA, 90071
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Posted by Humberto | December 11, 2014
Five stars
Five stars all the way. Steve was such a caring person he truly cares for your well being. He always answer texts and calls with no delay. Always there when you have a question no matter how small. I personally have no complaints about how they run this business they have been good to me since day on...
Posted by Delna | October 06, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Went Above & Beyond!!!
After I got into a car accident, I contacted the services of a law firm through word of mouth and it was one of the worst decisions I have ever made!!! They represented me so poorly that I had no choice but to look for representation elsewhere. I found amazing reviews online about the MOVAGAR & YAM...
Posted by Elie | May 25, 2014 | Personal Injury
Car Accident Taken Care of By Nick Movaghar and Steve Yamin
Nick Movaghar and Steve Yamin were both amazing at everything they did to help me both emotionally and financially. Seriously, even when I asked them a million questions that were unnecessary… just because I was worried about whatever it was, they still handled everything so professionally and they w...
Posted by Lily | December 09, 2013 | Real Estate
SHARP, STRATEGIC & AFFORDABLE - STEVE YAMIN'S WORLD-CLASS SERVICE WILL WIN YOUR CASE.
Steve Yamin is awesome. Before working with Steve, I was racked with anxiety about how to deal with my negligent landlord. Even though I had proof that things didn't work properly at the home, and had a legal right to get them fixed, my landlord's lawyer sent me multiple harassing letters stating...
Posted by Dave | December 09, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best attorney I've worked with
I had a legal issue that needed immediate attention. Mr. Yamin was extremely helpful and knowledgeable about my specific legal issue. He took the time to explain all the pros and cons of my case to me. He didn't sugar coat anything and was very frank about the strengths and weaknesses of my case. I f...
"Steve is extremely smart and capable. If a family member was injured, I would recommend they call Steve."
"Steven is an exceptional litigation attorney whose reputation speaks for itself. Highly recommended lawyer."
"Working with Steve is fantastic. He brings focus, determination and skill to representing his clients. His clients are lucky to have a fantastic attorney."
"I have had the privilege of knowing Steve for over 15 years. He was one of the best and brightest in law school, finishing near the top of our class. He has blossomed into an exceptional plaintiff's personal injury attorney. He is sharp, personable, and truly cares about his clients, which translates into results and client satisfaction. I wholeheartedly endorse him."
"I fully endorse Mr. Yamin. I have known Mr. Yamin for years and know that he cares deeply for his clients. Mr. Yamin is well-connected in the industry and steeped in experience."
"I wholeheartedly endorse Steve. I share a suite with Steve and on a daily basis see his dedication and passion for helping his clients."
"I have known Steve for over ten years and he is an excellent lawyer. The results Steve has obtained over the years for his clients (ranging from fortune 500 companies to individuals) in different areas of the law speak volumes about his skills, abilities, and dedication as a lawyer. I feel very proud and fortunate to call Steve my business partner and his clients can rest assured they will get top notch legal representation."
"Steve is a consummate professional. He draws on a clear understanding of the law and years of experience to obtain great outcomes for his clients. I strongly endorse him."
"Steve is the lawyer you want on your side. He is great at many types of real estate and personal injury cases. Steve fights hard for his clients and gets them fantastic results."
"Steve Yamin is a new addition to the team of lawyers working with my office. From the first moment you meet Mr. Yamin you can sense his keen legal knowledge and expertise. An experienced litigator, Mr. Yamin has represented Fortune 500 companies as well as "the every man". I am proud to be working with Steve and look forward to many years of representing clients together."
"Steve is a very smart, effective, caring & knowledgeable advocate. He is always mindful of his client's goals and objectives and provides result-producing representation. I highly recommend his services."
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Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
2005
Most Valuable Player, Landau Lawyers League
2004
First Honors Award - Trusts and Wills, American Jurisprudence
2004
Cum Laude, Order of the Coif
2004
Member, St Thomas More Society
2003
First Honors Award - Evidence, American Jurisprudence
2006 - 2013
Senior Associate, Goodkin & Lynch LLP
2005 - 2006
Associate, Liner Grode Stein Yankelevitz Sunshine Regenstreif & Taylor
2004 - 2005
Associate, Richardson & Patel LLP
2013 - Present
Consumer Attorneys Association of Los AngelesMember
2013 - Present
Consumer Attorneys of CaliforniaMember
2007 - Present
Century City Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Landau Lawyers LeaguePlayer
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