Nigel John Burns

Nigel John Burns

4.3
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 27 years

Family Lawyer at Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Litigation, Personal Injury ... +2 more

800 W. 1st Street, Suite 401-12, Los Angeles, CA

About Nigel

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 30%

27 years | 500 cases

30%
Litigation 30%

27 years | 500 cases

30%
Personal Injury 20%

27 years | 500 cases

20%
Criminal Defense 15%

27 years | 500 cases

15%
Estate Planning 5%

27 years | 100 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 600-750 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 27 years

State: California

Acquired: 1999

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of Nigel Burns

800 W. 1st Street, Suite 401-12, Los Angeles, CA, 90012

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Nigel John Burns's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by anonymous | August 25, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Restraining order

I cannot say enough great things about Nigel and his team. Going through a restraining order is already an incredibly emotional and stressful experience, and mine ended up being a long process. Throughout it all, they made everything feel so much more manageable. They were supportive, responsive, pat...ient, and truly did everything they could to help me through each step. Denise was amazing throughout the entire process. She was always helpful, reassuring, and made sure I understood what was happening and what was needed from me. Having someone so dependable during such a stressful time made a huge difference. And Nigel is truly a character in the best way! His charisma and personality are unmatched. He is very straightforward, confident, and knows exactly when to be aggressive and stand his ground, but also when to slow things down and approach a situation differently. I really appreciated that balance, especially during such an emotional case. He made me feel like I had someone in my corner who knew exactly what he was doing. Overall, Nigel and his team did an amazing job, and I’m incredibly grateful for the help and support they gave me throughout such a difficult process. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone who needs an attorney and team who will genuinely advocate for them. And Nigel deserves all the amazing ties in the world! (Inside joke — he is a total fashionista when it comes to his ties)

Posted by Joyvonne | July 07, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Excellent Legal Team!

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Best Legal Team ! Words cannot fully express my gratitude to Attorney Samuel Brown, Nigel Burns, Denise Flores, and the entire team at The Law Offices of Nigel Burns. From the moment they took my case, they treated me with genuine kindness, dignity, and compassion during one of the m...ost difficult periods of my life. Their professionalism, integrity, and dedication have been exceptional. A special thank you to Attorney Samuel Brown. He has been an outstanding advocate—knowledgeable, patient, strategic, and deeply committed to protecting both my interests and, most importantly, my child's well-being. He always takes the time to listen, explain the legal process, and fight tirelessly for what is right. His calm confidence and attention to detail have given me hope and reassurance throughout this journey. I am equally grateful to Nigel Burns, whose leadership has built a law firm that truly cares about its clients. It is evident that excellence, honesty, and compassion are the foundation of this practice. And to Denise Flores—you are truly amazing. Your kindness, patience, and responsiveness never go unnoticed. Every email, every phone call, and every interaction has been handled with professionalism and genuine care. You consistently went above and beyond to make sure I felt heard, informed, and supported. You are truly the heart of this office. The entire team has shown me respect, empathy, and unwavering support. They have helped me navigate an incredibly challenging legal matter with professionalism and compassion, always making me feel that my case mattered. If you are looking for attorneys who are knowledgeable, ethical, compassionate, and who genuinely fight for their clients, I wholeheartedly recommend The Law Offices of Nigel Burns. They are not only exceptional legal professionals but also wonderful human beings. Thank you, Samuel, Nigel, Denise, and everyone at the firm, for your dedication, hard work, and for standing beside me when I needed it most. I will always be grateful. Highly recommended—five stars without hesitation! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Posted by John | April 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Punishes clients

For the first few weeks he responded to every question I ever had the same day then I made him upset so I apologized. He accepted my apology and said he would move forward. But decided to ignore me for a week for punishment. Not very professional

Posted by Shannon | August 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Review

I am so grateful to Nigel Burns Law Offices. Both Brandon and Nigel have helped me through such a difficult time. I have felt safe with them. If that makes sense. Throughout my child custody case my ex and his lawyer have gone to desperate and extreme measures. It has been such a tough emotional roll...er coaster. Brandon and Nigel are not only really knowledgeable they are superior lawyers. It felt like they actually cared about me and my case. They supported me in every way. Brandon does such great job of explaining what was going on every step of the way. He breaks it down so I can understand, most of the legal terminology is over my head. He has sort of a "tuff love" way about him that I found very helpful. He is extremely thorough and talented. He made me feel like I was their only case. They were there when I needed quick legal advice as well as listening to my frustrations. Nigel has a very even-keeled way about him, and an Irish humor that got me to laugh even if I was crying. He is very talented and professional. If there is such a thing as "bedside manor" with lawyers they have it. They put a stop to the other lawyers shenanigans and practice law with a moral code. I am beyond grateful for them.

Posted by Samantha | August 21, 2013

Great Lawyer

The best "Google Search" ever! I needed a lawyer, and fast! I was scheduled for court the following morning, but didn't have a lawyer in my corner. I called Nigel Burns, talked on the phone for 20 minutes, and met him the next day in court! Nigel and his staff care for their clients and treat them wi...th respect. They are all truthful and trustworthy. I not only call Nigel my lawyer, but also my friend. I would recommend Nigel and his crew to someone in need of a great lawyer. Thanks for everything Nigel! Jose and Axel thank you every day!

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Nigel John Burns's Lawyer Endorsements

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Somair Alam

Litigation lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An exceptional litigation attorney whose reputation speaks for itself. Highly recommended lawyer."

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Adam Wentland

Litigation lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Nigel is an aggressive, knowledgeable attorney, who has a true compassion for his clients."

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Johnny Lai

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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S. Shawn Shaffie

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christa Hill

Unknown lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Burns is a strong advocate for his clients. I have known him profesionally for more than 15 years and have had clients advise me personally how much they respected and appreciated the work he had done for them in their matter."

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John Burns

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. NIgel is a highly respected trial lawyer and would be a great choice for anyone needing good representation."

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Benjamin Arsenian

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Nigel is an excellent trial lawyer who goes above and beyond for his clients. If you're about to go to trial, you want Nigel on your side."

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Dennis Minna

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Adam Wentland

Litigation lawyer

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Rolando Gutierrez

Class action lawyer

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Dimitri Gross

Business lawyer

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Kevin Liebeck

Medical malpractice lawyer

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John Burns

Personal injury lawyer

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Benjamin Arsenian

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Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Top Gun Trial Lawyer of the Year, Orange County Trial Lawyers Association

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Principal, The Law Offices of Nigel Burns

2002 - 2004

Attorney, Lumberg Law Offices

1999 - 2002

Associate Attorney, Lopez & Hodes

1998 - 1998

Attorney, United States Attorney's Office

1995 - 1996

Associate Attorney, Harney Law Firm

Associations

2004 - Present

Irish American Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

Orange County Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Education

1998

Loyola Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

University College Cork

LL.B - Bachelor of Laws

Speaking Engagements

2014

Know Your Legal Rights

Elder Legal Rights Seminar

Publications

2014

The OC Gavel Numerous Articles

Languages

English

Spanish

Farsi

Amharic

Activity

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