Boris Zinovjevic Gorbis

Boris Zinovjevic Gorbis

also known as Boris Gorbis

4.7
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 45 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Wrongful Death ... +2 more

1741 Sunset Plaza Drive, Los Angeles, CA

This attorney is currently not accepting new clients.
Reason: Not Practicing

About Boris

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Car Accident 30%

If you are involved in a car accident, you may benefit from our services.We know the dynamics of car crashes and can identify and weigh all the possible factors which may have played a part. For example, you are driving in the rain on an improperly graded road and an approaching car has a blow-out. It veers out of control and skids into you at 45 mph. Was it the rain, the poorly built road, the other driver (found with beer cans in the car), or the mechanic who installed the bad tire ?

46 years

30%
Personal Injury 30%

I works with clients who have suffered a physical or emotional injury, usually by accident or mistake. For example, if you were injured while a pedestrian or a store customer, I can help. I know how the insurance claim process works, I know what evidence to gather, and I know how to calculate and present damages. I take cases on a contingency basis, which means no money upfront -- I get paid only when you get paid.

46 years

30%
Wrongful Death 20%

I handle cases where someone is killed, These are the hardest things to deal with but - if a loved one dies because of someone else's actions,I can help you understand what happened, who is responsible, and whether you deserve any compensation for losing your loved one.

40 years

20%
Business 10%

If you want to start, manage, transfer, or exit a business, you may benefit from a our services. . Depending on your business and activities, you may need us or we can help you build a team of professionals.

46 years

10%
Motorcycle Accident 10%

When involved in a motorcycle accident, you may benefit from my services. I will discover who is responsible, whether insurance policies will pay for your losses, and what you can expect to recover in damages if the injury was someone else's fault. Since motorcycles have a far higher rate of serious and fatal accidents than cars or trucks, your lawyer's knowledge can be critical to getting enough money to compensate you for your loss.

42 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in California for 45 years

State: California

Acquired: 1980

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Boris Zinovjevic Gorbis

1741 Sunset Plaza Drive, Los Angeles, CA, 90069-1311

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Boris Zinovjevic Gorbis's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Posted by 221pisces | December 22, 2011

great response

fast response very helpful and informative. gave me a feeling of maybe having a good outcome and a chance to get this solved. thanks.

Posted by Aaron | December 15, 2011 | Social Security Disability

Belittled after driving 40 miles

I drove 40 miles to see Boris. He sat there and was very Knowledgeable and informative yet there was this sarcastic demeanor about him which rubbed me the wrong way. I felt that his comments about my mental disability and how I reminded him of his son very unprofessional. Then the life lessons which ...he was trying to dictate to me where upsetting. Discussing the way I should speak and the way I should start a sentence... It made me feel like I never had spoken to another human being before and I was a baby who has no idea what the real world is like. I will give him credit as a reputable lawyer and left well informed of my case.

Posted by Brad | October 09, 2011 | Car Accidents

best lawyer I've ever had, wouldn't use any other than Boris Gorbis

I have hired a series of different attorneys to assist me in the past for many different reasons...negotiating contracts, real estate issues, etc...but I recently found myself in a new situation. I needed an attorney to help me with a car accident that recently happened to me. Someone backed into my... brand new Ferrari on the freeway. Yes...it had less than 7k miles on the car...and was my dream car. I had owned the car probably about a month or two at the time. I was devastated to say the least. I didn't do anything wrong. It was just a driver behind me who wasn't paying attention. This driver slammed into the back of my car causing car damage and medical damage me. I felt completely alone. I had a friend originally tell me to hire his attorney who was supposed to be very good. Well, having not known any better, I called up this attorney. And originally hired him to help me. What can I say...he was unattentive, didn't return my calls promptly, negative...just not a pleasure to work with in any fashion...especially during this very emotional time for me. Someone told me about Boris Gorbis...I had heard he was one (if not the best) of the best accident attorneys I could find. Well, I went in there somewhat apprehensive because of my previous encounter with the attorney I parted ways with. What can I say other than Boris Gorbis is by far the best attorney I have ever worked with...he was terrific. Unlike most lawyers I have used in the past, Boris took the time to really explain to me, in a way I could understand, the step by step process of the legal path I will be taking, and also, he explained how I could and should be involved with the case...rather than wait for others to simply do things for me. Because of his knowledge, wisdom, and warmth, I would recommend him to anyone...family, friend, anybody who is looking for an attorney who is not out there to just try and just get their commission, or treat you like "just another client". He genuinely cared about me and my case, and most importantly, has managed to get me financially the most, I am sure, possible from my case so far. I still am awaiting a further settlement which I expect will be extremely handsome. Even his secretary, Irina, is also very caring and goes over and above her requirements...she was extremely resourceful and helpful. Boris Gorbis, if you look up this man's credentials, they match the man that you will get as an attorney. He is known as one of the best (if not the best), in the industry, and I certainly understand why. I do not pull punches when someone doesn't treat me right, but I am also someone who will give someone a review he/she deserves. And I am not telling anything but the truth about this attorney. In the future, I would never even consider using an another attorney, and for those people who are looking for an attorney to assist them, I personally think you would be crazy to use any other in the industry. He is, in my humble opinion, by far the best attorney I have worked with across the board.

Posted by Ekaterina | August 02, 2011 | Personal Injury

An excellent professional

My case began with multiple traumas due to auto accident. I spent 18 days in the hospital, sustained two major surgeries. I was in great despair as the treatment costs were overwhelming (I didn't have a medical insurance) and my physical condition could be graded on "C-". I was very lucky to have Bor...is Z. Gorbis manage my case. He is not only an excellent professonal but also a very remarkable person. I cannot put into words all my gratitude for the emotional support and the confidence of successful case settlement he was giving me, for his prompt responding to my questions and concerns. His work resulted in full payment of my bills and a money for future rehabilitation. I am happy to express my thanks here.

Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2008

Serving the Russian community

He has been in practice for a long time, service the Russian and international community in Los Angeles. Has a high standing with his clients and gets the job done.

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Boris Zinovjevic Gorbis's Lawyer Endorsements

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Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Business lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John O'Brien

Business lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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Christopher Leroi

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Gorbis is an extremely talented attorney who provides great advice. Even though I have been practicing for 24 years and I am a former judge and magistrate, I learn from him every day. I would recommend him to anyone in his area."

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Ilya Novofastovsky

Business lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nicholas Loncar

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Gorbis is a passionate attorney with a wealth of knowledge of personal injury law. I endorse this lawyer."

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Tsirina Goroshit

Business lawyer | Dec 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Herbert Ellis

Unknown lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Frances Kweller

Business lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have heard of nothing but excellence from this attorney. His philanthropic efforts are incredibly impressive as well."

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Mark Tseselsky

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alana Segal

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Gorbis has an excellent reputation in the community and produces amazing results for his clients."

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Jon Pettis

Unknown lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Bradley Fisher

Unknown lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He provides detailed and insightful analysis to questions posed by AVVO subscribers. The detailed responses and thorough explanations provided here display a vast knowledge of the law. He is an asset to the legal community."

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Joseph Ostrowski

Litigation lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Gorbis exemplifies the professionalism, confidence, knowledge and skill to which we all should aspire. Dedication and a love of the law means helping others solve problems. Our collective wisdom and desire to counsel people is evident by participation in this forum. The combined experience of attorneys activity participating in this forum represent some of the best in our profession. This Attorney’s experience, skill and knowledge demonstrate a desire to provide appropriate information as seen from our perspective. All attorneys want to provide the best information we can. Most telling is this Attorney provides valuable information concerning legal issues and also fulfills the counselor’s role as the facts warrant. Collectively we provide multiple opinions, which provide an excellent starting point for those who inquire of us and tends to demystify the legal process for the uninitiated. I endorse and recommend this Attorney without hesitation."

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Christine McCall

Litigation lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Gorbis is among the very best of the attorney responders on the Avvo Q and A board. His advice is always straight from the shoulder, clear and unambiguous, and generally stated in a memorable and unique way. He is among the very small group of attorney responders who seems to really get that Avvo questions are not bar exam questions, but real people with real problems, who need practical and realistic guidance in identifying their best options. I admire Mr. Gorbis' experience, depth of knowledge, and willingness to participate with such candor and clarity, and I make it a point to read all of his responses."

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Kevin Sullivan

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Sarver

Business lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Gauthier

Unknown lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Howard Lewis

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Gorbis is one of the top attorney's in his field. He has an outstanding reptuations for exxcellence and is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients. He is a credit to the legal profession and I highly endorse his legal services."

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Christian Lassen

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Olga Zalomiy

Car accident lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2011

Outstanding Community Service, City of West Hollywood

Work Experience

1982 - Present

Principal Attorney, Law Offices of Boris Gorbis, a legal corporation

1980 - 1982

Associate Attorney, Graham & James

Associations

2013 - Present

City of Los Angeles Taxi Board

City Commissioner

2009 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

New Americans Foundation, Inc

President

1981 - 1990

American Bar Association

Member

1977 - 1979

International Law Society at Boalt Hall School of Law

President

Sample of Legal Cases

Anna K vs. Elvira K (names changed to protect privacy)

Net recovery to client - over $130,000.00

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Education

1980

UC Berkeley SOL Boalt Hall

JD - Juris Doctor

1971

Odessa National University

MA - Masters Equivalent

1969

Odessa Institute of Technology

BS (incomplete)

Speaking Engagements

2013

Continuing Seminars

L..E.F.T Seminars ("Law Emporium for Teens" )

Publications

1992

Moscow, 1992, Vilnius, 1993 Pokupaem Ameriku

Languages

Russian

Ukrainian

Polish

English

Spanish

Activity

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