R. Edward Pfiester Jr
also known as Ed Pfiester, Pfiesters
About R.
Biography
100% Plaintiff Personal Injury
Civil Courtroom Lawyer- in both state and federal courts
- a Best Lawyers in America- peer only chosen for 15+ years (this is solely a peer reviewed chosen listing- and only by experienced lawyers- there is no charge for being selected: the lawyers are listed when a certain number of experienced lawyers anwer this: "if a close family member needed XXX type of legal servies and you could not perform thta service, who would you suggest they reain"
- "AV" rated (the very top rating in both legal ability and ethics ) by Martindale Hubbell - the USA's oldest and largest attorney rating firm--
- CA Court Judges appointed Ed Pfiester leadership (including Lead Plaintiff Counsel ) positions in 4 different mass tort litigation cases on behalf of over 500 injured survivors / families of deceased . And the Pfiester Law Corp directly represented over 100 of them
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
46 years | 1,200 cases
46 years | 1,500 cases
46 years | 200 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
25%-45%
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in California for 53 years
State: California
Acquired: 1973
No misconduct found
Licensed in Texas for 55 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1970
No misconduct found
Location
R. Edward Pfiester Jr., A Law Corporation
2000 Riverside Drive, www.pfiesterlaw.com, Los Angeles, CA, 90039
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R. Edward Pfiester Jr's Reviews
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Posted by Cordelia S | February 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Review
The Pfiester law firm did an outstanding job on my automobile accident matter. They kept me informed throughout the process, responded promptly to calls and emails and achieved a very great result. Mr, Pfiester and Maria were caring, compassionate and supportive. I highly recommend the Pfiester la...
Posted by Diane | April 5, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Great Victory after 8 years!
The firm got a great result for me. I was always kept informed on what was happening in my case and calls, emails and texts were promptly replied to with explanation. They are very reliable and the Pfiester firm is very knowledgeable and knows their way around my type of case. I highly recommend this...
R. Edward Pfiester Jr's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Pfiester provides a much-needed service on Avvo and donates time to individuals who are in need of immediate legal answers."
"Ed is a fabulous lawyer. I've worked with him for many years. Sharp legal mind. Excellent trial lawyer. He pays personal attention to each and every case."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Ed on many trials and he works tirelessly and effectively for his clients and is a brilliant advocate on their behalf."
"Edward is a great advocate for his client. I endorse this lawyer."
Employment and labor lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Litigation lawyer
Litigation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2015
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2015
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2011
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2010
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2009
Lead Plaintiffs' Counsel- Metrolink Disaster Complex Litigation, Los Angeles a Superior Court
1972
Chief Judge's Senior Law Clerk, United States District Court
Associations
1990 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
1990 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1988 - Present
Academy of Rail Labor AttorneysMember
1988 - Present
Academy of Rail Labor AttorneysFounding Officer
1980 - Present
Consumer Attorneys of CaliforniaMember
1980 - Present
Los Angeles Consumer Attorneys AssociationMember
1980 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMember
1976 - Present
Railroad SectionMember
Member
Member
Member
1993 - 1994
Academy of Rail Labor AttorneysNational Secretary
1992 - 1993
Academy of Rail Labor AttorneysNational Treasurer
1988 - 1989
Academy of Rail Labor AttorneysNational Secretary
1988 - 1994
Academy of Rail Labor AttorneysBoard of Managers
Education
1970
JD - Juris Doctor
1966
BBA- Honors Plan
Speaking Engagements
1987
Handling FELA Cases
1985
How to Settle Personal Injury Cases
Publications
1987
1986
1985
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Can I file a personal injury claim and for how much?
19 May 2023
Why does my personal injury case have separate mediations for the driver and the passengers?
19 May 2023
Do I have a claim for loss of use of a new car that can't be repaired due to backorder/manufacturing delay of a necessary part?
19 May 2023