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Daniel J. Kolodziej
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Biography
A lawyer for over 25 years, my experience includes representing Fortune 500 companies and other businesses, Director of Business & Legal Affairs for a major motion picture company and General Counsel for a major personal care products company. I have applied my understanding of the "management side" to achieve favorable results for individuals whose rights have been diminished, including numerous trial victories in civil, administrative and criminal courts. My primary clients are teachers and other educators, as well as business owners and corporate executives. My experience with business transactions, employment agreements and trademark and copyright law also provides solid insight to guide clients through other complex legal situations.
I have substantial litigation and trial experience in State and Federal courts throughout Southern California. I have also argued appellate cases before the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals and California Court of Appeals. I have obtained indvidual verdicts and settlements for clients in excess of $1 Million in value. I also represent international companies in trademark registration and enforcement and am General Counsel for a large cosmetics manufacturing company with sales worldwide. Entertainment work includes representation of producers, actors, and writers in connection with film, television and new media productions and copyright and right of publicity matters.
Education: University of Michigan, B.A.; UCLA School of Law, J.D., Moot Court Honors and Executive Board Member
My primary practice areas include: Education Law • Employment Law • Trademark and Copyright Law • Real Estate and Estate Planning • Personal Injury • Business Transactions and Counseling • Criminal Law
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Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Education
30%
21 years | 200 cases
Employment and Labor
25%
31 years | 150 cases
Child Abuse
15%
21 years | 150 cases
Business
10%
31 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 295-750 per hour
Contingency
33%-45%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2016
Licenses
Licensed in Nevada for 5 years
State: Nevada
Acquired: 2020
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 31 years
State: California
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
Trygstad, Schwab & Trygstad
6300 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1425, Los Angeles, CA, 90048
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Posted by SM | November 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Satisfied Client
I can’t thank Daniel Kolodziej enough for his outstanding representation. He was referred to me by another colleague who was equally pleased with his representation. From day one, he impressed me with his deep legal knowledge, professionalism, and determination to achieve the best result possible. He...
Posted by anonymous | March 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements
Grateful!
Mr. Kolodziej came to my rescue as a new teacher with little knowledge on contracts. He helped me get out of a difficult situation with success. Throughout the process, he guided me and answered any questions I had. He helped me understand what I could anticipate during the time frame and prepared me...
Posted by raymond | September 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
great guy
Thank you, Mr. Kolodziej, for excellent service. You were able to dismiss my brother-in law's criminal charges. He was seriously accused of a felony, for threatening an individual at a public place. He had a lot to lose. He was starting a promising business and has a family, and his precious freedom...
Posted by K. | May 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Unparalleled Attorney
My family and I have an immense amount of gratitude to Daniel for his help most recently with an employment law case involving workplace harassment and wrongful termination. I have been a client of Daniel for almost 20 years and I always know I can count on him, not only for his unrivaled professiona...
Posted by Michael C | June 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Education
Best of the Best in Education Law
Daniel Kolodziej was my attorney for an arduous 6 year battle with the Los Angeles Unified School District. During this time he was dedicated, motivated, and in full command. It was at trial and on appeal that his true gifts became fully apparent. For Education Law there simply is no better Education...
Daniel J. Kolodziej's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I had the opportunity to observe Mr. Kolodziej's legal work in a complicated case. Mr. Kolodziej is very precise, detail-oriented, and comprehensive in his legal work. He leaves no stone unturned in support of his clients and is truly a zealous advocate. I certainly recommend Mr. Kolodziej and his firm for any complex legal matters that require zealous advocacy."
Mehrshad Mirkhan
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Experience
Honors
2019
Top-Rated (Client Reviews, 5-stars), Martindale-Hubbell® (AVVO.COM)
2018
Top-Rated (Client Reviews, 5-stars), Martindale-Hubbell® (AVVO.COM)
2017
Top-Rated (Client Reviews 5-stars) (FIRST YEAR OF RATING), Martindale-Hubbell® (AVVO.COM)
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Partner/Member, Trygstad Schwab & Trygstad
2003 - Present
General Counsel, Trigg Laboratories, Inc.
Associations
1995 - Present
Beverly Hills Bar AssociationMember
1995 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
1995 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Education
1993
University of California at Los Angeles School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
University of Michigan
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
California Teachers Association Group Legal Conference
Current Education and Employment Law Issues
Publications
2017
www.courts.ca.gov
Walent v. Commission on Professional Competence
Languages
French
German
English
Spanish