$ 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
32 years
32 years
32 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 | July 25, 2025 | Libel & Slander
Defamation lawyer in LA
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...
Posted by Kristina | August 21, 2023 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Extremely polite and honest
I wanna thank MR Jose for today’s consultation he made a final point in my case evaluation and helped me to clarify my case eligibility, Thank you very much!! Very professional and friendly!
Posted by anonymous | April 06, 2023
anyone needing a housing lawyer
Looking for a lawyer can be intimidating and overwhelming. A kind, patient, and helpful person is what all we need. Joe did more than that. He willing gave his time to determine if my concerns were valid. He also gave his honest opinion. His approach is not about HIS money, but the CLIENT'S. While I ...
Posted by Jeff | April 29, 2021 | Libel & Slander
Thorough and helpful
Joe is the best. I was referred to Joe by the L.A. County Bar Association as their lawyer referral service's ONLY libel defense lawyer (I own a community newspaper). He was thorough and helpful, he obviously knows both the law and strategy, he reviewed my matter and talked about it in probably half...
Posted by Linda | February 19, 2021
Best lawyer for the job
Jose is one of the most transparent, genuine, and articulate lawyers I've ever had the pleasure of speaking with. I work with lawyers for a living so I know what I'm talking about and Jose tells it like it is, no BS. He was kind and extremely understanding of the situation I was going through. I am g...
"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