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Brett Shainfeld
also known as Shainfeld Law PC - California Lemon Law Attorney, LemonLawNow.com
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Brett Shainfeld is the founder and principal of Lemon Law Now, located in Los Angeles, California. Upon founding Shainfeld Law, Mr. Shainfeld also created Lemon Law Now, an online platform dedicated to handling California lemon law claims. He has more than 13 years legal experience, which includes handling thousands of cases. His philosophy consists of providing clients with clear explanations and forward-thinking options to their cases in addition to personal attention to detail. Mr. Shainfeld became an attorney to make a difference for his clients and provide them with creative and cutting-edge solutions to their problems. Mr. Shainfeld has legal experience and business background to make sure your lemon law case moves forward in a manner that is efficient and maximizes your recovery.
Mr. Shainfeld was born in South Africa and immigrated with his family to California. From the time he was a young boy, he has believed in standing up for those in need and helping fight for their rights. It is not surprising his path led him to become a lawyer specializing in lemon law in California. Through his work, Mr. Shainfeld is able to help the individual consumer fight against giant auto manufactures in California, something these other lemon law attorneys would most likely not do without a qualified lemon law lawyer.
Mr. Shainfeld is an active and supportive member of the Los Angeles community, including being on the board of a non-profit organization that provides food and clothing to those in need. He has learned to lead by example from his parents, who have shown him the importance of family, hard work, and giving back. Mr. Shainfeld is married and lives in Los Angeles, California with his family.
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Practice Areas
Lemon Law
90%
20 years | 4,000 cases
Class Action
5%
21 cases
Personal Injury
5%
20 years | 225 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in California for 19 years
State: California
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
Shainfeld Law, PC
(888) 567-2279
Fax
750 N. San Vicente Blvd., Suite 800, Los Angeles, CA, 90069
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Showing 1 - 5 of 23 reviews | Consumer Protection
Posted by anonymous | June 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Consumer Protection
Peter Stoll
I contacted Brett on behalf of a very frustrated client, who had been given the runaround from a dealer and the manufacturer over an extended period of time. He was concise with his recommendations and was ultimately able to get the manufacturer to provide a settlement that was fair and consistent w...
Posted by Schant | February 20, 2015 | Consumer Protection
BMW Lemon
Brett is excellent at what he does, is very easy to work with and was always accessible. He was able to get the manufacturer to repurchase my car after another firm had worked on my case for 6 months and told me they were unwilling to repurchase it or even offer any monetary compensation. Thank you B...
Posted by anonymous | April 17, 2014 | Consumer Protection
Car Trouble
My initial call to Brett's office had me talking to him within five minutes. I called a few other firms before his and never got to speak to an actual attorney, only secretaries and paralegals. While waiting for their return calls I found Brett. I did not know whether or not my vehicle was a lemo...
Posted by Stacey | November 06, 2013 | Consumer Protection
Lemon Law Case Settled Within 30 Days
I contacted Attorney Brett Shainfeld regarding a vehicle that I purchased from CarMax. This car was clearly a lemon and after addressing all of the issues with CarMax within the first 3 days of purchasing, they were unable to correct the issues within the 30 day warranty as promised. A manager with C...
Posted by Joanna | February 24, 2013 | Consumer Protection
Finally someone who understands consumer rights!
Brett and his team were amazing to work with. They tirelessly fought for me with LG in regard to my lemon ice maker and have super satisfied customer. I highly recommend. Excellent communication throughout the process. Highly recommended.
Brett Shainfeld's Lawyer Endorsements
"Brett is a talented and caring attorney. A consumate professional. I recommend him highly."
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"Brett's dedication to artful advocacy is first-rate."
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"Mr. Shainfeld is an exceptional attorney. Although I have been practicing law for 24 years as a judge, magistrate, law professor, prosecutor, and private attorney, I learn from his responses on Avvo every time that he posts. If I needed an attorney, I would hire him. I recommend him with no reservation. It would be the best investment of your life to hire him to represent you."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Brett helped me with my lemon claim against Whirlpool. He got results quickly and he was a pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Shainfeld is the consummate professional and an asset to the practice of law. I would not hesitate to recommend his services."
"Mr. Shainfeld has demonstrated a strong commitment to consumer causes and knowledge of lemon law and auto fraud, a particularly difficult and intricate specialty. I do not hesitate in recommending his services to you."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Brett's Legal Guides and answers to consumer questions on Avvo show his considerable depth of knowledge of the California Lemon Law. His recommendations by other attrorneys speak for his reputation as well. And his website has even more information. If you have a lemon motor vehicle and his office is anywhere near you, I recommend him to you."
"Contact Brett Shainfeld with all your lemon law and personal injury issues! I thoroughly endorse him."
"Based on Brett's knowledge of law, experience and demeanor, I thoroughly recommend and endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. He has a firm understanding of Lemon Law and has developed a niche market in this area of law."
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"I endorse this lawyer. He is committed to his clients and will do his best to provide effective representation."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Excellent attorney who will get results fast."
"I endorse this lawyer's work and trust that he always obtains the best possible results for his clients while remaining attentive to their needs throughout the entire process. Highly recommended!"
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Experience
Honors
2018
Certified Specialist, State Bar of California
2000
Outstanding Senior, University of California- Davis
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Partner, Shainfeld & Anvar, PC
2007 - 2008
Associate, Smith & Susson
2005 - 2006
Summer Associate, Collins, Collins, Muir & Stewart
Associations
2011 - Present
National Association of Consumer Advocates
2009 - Present
Consumer Attorneys Association of Los AngelesMember
2007 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2006 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Hendifar v. Bohbot
Resolved at mediation for a confidentail amount.
Hoppis v. Currie
Decision in favor of client at binding arbitration
Holt v. General Motors
Full repurchase plus attorneys' fees/costs
Debibi v. General Motors
Full repurchase plus attorneys' fees/costs
Gozarkhah v. Audi
Full repurchae plus attonreys' fees/costs
Arsan v. Porsche
Confidential Cash Settlement
Aronson v. Subaru
Confidential Cash Settlement
Ansell v. Nissan North America
Full repurchase plus payment of attorneys' fees
Iribe v. Toyota Motor Sales, USA
Cash Settlement for client plus the payment of attorneys' fees and costs
Liu v. Porsche Cars North America
Cash Settlement for client plus the payment of attorneys' fees and costs
Vazquez v. Hino
Cash Settlement plus Engine Replacement and client keeps vehicle
Lazarus v. Toyota
Full Repurchase plus attorneys' fees and costs
Morowati v. BMW
Full Repurchase plus attorneys' fees and costs
Flores v. United Best Auto
Cash Settlement
Blumstein v. BMW
Cash Settlement plus client got to keep car
Daher v. Subaru
Cash Settlement plus client got to keep car
Delgadillo v. General Motors
Full Repurchase plus attorneys' fees and costs
Smith v. BMW
Full Repurchase plus attorneys' fees and costs
Education
2006
Loyola Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
University of California - Davis
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Legal Paths
My Path
2010
Business Mixer
Consumer and Warranty Rights
Publications
2017
How The Lemon Law Can Help You
How The Lemon Law Can Help You
2017
Is Your Car More Likely to Get Pulled Over?
Is Your Car More Likely to Get Pulled Over?
2017
Vehicles Covered By The California Lemon Law
Are All Vehicles Covered by California Lemon Law?
2017
Types of Lemon Laws
Is The Lemon Law Just For Vehicles?
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Bought a new car now they want it back ?
23 May 2018
Q&A
I am having a problem with my 2012 nissan rogue. What can I do legally to get the vechile replace or return it to Nissan
31 Jul 2012
Q&A
Do used car dealers need to disclose to you that a vehicle has been in a accident before you purchase a car from them.
11 Jul 2012
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Don't Let the Lemon Law Presumption be Your Destruction
19 Jun 2012
Legal Guide
Lemon Law: Service Contracts- it's now or never!
01 Aug 2011