$ 450-650 per hour
PRO
also known as Joe Utzurrum
Virtual Consultation Available
Doctorate degree from the School of Hard Knocks University
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Practice Areas
31 years
31 years
31 years
$ 450-650 per hour
State: Hawaii
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
State: California
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
12121 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 810, Los Angeles, CA, 90025
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Posted by anonymous | November 7, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I am representing myself in a civil matter and needed specific legal help for an anti-SLAPP hearing. I was lucky to be referred to Avvo, and even luckier to find Joe—his experience in this area stood out immediately. Joe took the time to talk with me, educate me, and walk me through the basics so ...
Posted by Phontaine | September 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney
We hired Joe for a defamation case. He had excellent communication and is clearly a competent lawyer. He listened closely and reviewed our evidence and documentation. Ultimately, on Joe's counsel, we chose not to pursue the case due to the prohibitive cost. We appreciated Joe's candor and honesty and...
Posted by anonymous | September 13, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
"Joe, out of the 10+ lawyers I consulted, you were the first to quickly grasp my situation and make it so easy to open up and chat. Hands down, you were the best by far! I truly enjoyed your insightful feedback, and connecting with you during the complimentary consultation was incredibly worthwhile. ...
Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I hired Joe Utzurrum, Esq. of Utzurrum Law Offices, A.P.C., to help me with a what seemed like a completely frivolous lawsuit, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the result—he got it dismissed. From the beginning, Joe was professional, timely, and transparent. He clearly explained the legal proce...
Posted by anonymous | July 25, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
I had a consultation with Attorney Utzurrum regarding a potential defamation case, and I left the meeting feeling incredibly reassured and informed. From the start, he was attentive, professional, and compassionate. He took the time to really listen to the details of my situation and offered thoughtf...
"Clear legal thinking. Level headed. Common sense focused. Experienced. Jose has these qualities in spades. I would not hesitate to recommend Attorney Utzurrum to any family member of mine for any issue. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. He has a wealth of knowledge and provides practical and useful advice that people can understand."
"I endorse this lawyer, his skill and experience speak volumes and furthermore the number and variety of jurisdictions where he is licensed show his vast knowledge is recognized internationally."
"Having read several answers provided here on Avvo, I can see this attorney is knowledgeable and for that reason I endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Whether you need help with a business issue or real estate matter, Jose is the man to contact in LA!"
"I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible. I endorse this lawyer."
"Jose's contributions and advice are always on point. He is an asset to this website and the legal profession."
"Mr. Utzurrum is a great asset for the Avvo askers. His answers are consistently accurate, analytic, and customized to the needs of the Avvo askers. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney."
"I endorse Jose. He has a very good reputation in Los Angeles with his peers. Read his reviews and endorsements and than you will want to schedule a consultation. If you are in or near Los angeles give him a call."
"I endorse this lawyer's outstanding trial work. Mr. Utzurrum is one of the most feared trial lawyers in the Southland. I have seen him try cases and have observed first-hand Mr. Utzurrum persuasive effect on juries and him standing up to judges when appropriate to advance his client's interests in high stakes litigation."
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2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Top Contributor, AVVO
2010
Practicing Solicitor in England and Wales, Solicitors Regulatory Authority
1996 - Present
Owner, UTZURRUM LAW OFFICES A.P.C.
1993 - 1996
Law Clerk then Associate Attorney, Law Office of Don H. Zell
1990 - 1991
Law Clerk, Orange County District Attorney's Office
2012 - Present
Hawaii State Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2010 - Present
Solicitors Regulatory Authority (England and Wales)Practicing Solicitor
2010 - Present
Law Society of England and WalesMember
1994 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaAttorney Member
Jury Verdict in favor of plaintiff
Defendants' Motion for Directed Verdict granted against plaintiff
Defense verdict
Jury Verdict - Defendant held twenty percent liable
Case Dismissed prior to empanelling a jury
Defense Jury Verdict
Settlement after jury empanelled and presentation of case
Settlement after jury empanelled and presentation of case
Plaintiff's Jury Verdict
Plaintiff's Jury Verdict
Defense Court Judgment
Plaintiff's Jury Verdict
Plaintiff's Jury Verdict
Defense Jury Verdict
Settlement immediately before Jury came back with verdict
Defense Jury Verdict
Dismissed by court after jury empanelled
Defense Jury Verdict
Defense jury verdict
1993
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
Civil Rights
2011
Civil Rights
English
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Can I get in trouble for emailing my partners mistress to let her know about his relationship?
15 Dec 2021
Can I take legal action against a Pastor and his wife for committing defamation of character of me?
08 Nov 2021
Why would an Atty for a defendant dismissed without prejudice file for a memo of costs if he knows the lawsuit will be re-filed?
05 Nov 2021