Edward Shkolnikov

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Edward Shkolnikov

4.4
Rating: 5.3

Licensed for 20 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Beverly Hills, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Insurance Fraud, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury

8383 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 425, Beverly Hills, CA

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2022
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About Edward

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

50%
Insurance Fraud 20%

20%
Medical Malpractice 15%

15%
Personal Injury 15%

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2014

Licenses

Licensed in California for 20 years

State: California

Acquired: 2005

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2022

Location

The Law Offices of Edward Shkolnikov

8383 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 425, Beverly Hills, CA, 90211

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Law office of Edward Shkolnikov, APC

13245 Riverside Drive, 501, Sherman Oaks, CA, 91423

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Edward Shkolnikov's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Posted by Aliza | September 30, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Empathetic Brilliant Attorney

When one finds themselves subject to the justice system it can often be overwhelming and scary. You need an incredibly smart and proffesional lawyer to put you at ease. Edward Shkolnikov is that lawyer. When you work with him he takes on the full weight and responsiblity of the case and then clearly ...and percisely tells you what he expects from his clients. When you see him in court you realize he is comfortable and well equipt to handle the situtaion. My personal experience threatened my future and that of my daughter and it was clear that Mr.Shkolnikov displayed a great deal of empathy. I felt like he was with me from begining until the end. Lawyers can not just be interested in money and still be good at what they do, they need to be real people who understand that your future hangs in the balance and it is all in their hands. If I face the judicial system again there would be no one better and no one I would rather have in my corner.

Posted by Jacob | September 30, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great Attorney

I recently worked with Edward to help me with a court case. He knew what he was talking about and got my paperwork completed and filed in record time. He knows his business and he takes the time to get to know his clients so you feel comfortable discussing your issues with him. I feel much more conf...ident with my case now and I know that things are going to work out in my favor thanks to his help! I would definitely recommend him for all this people out-there for their legal needs and even for a simple legal advice and consultation, he is amazing.

Posted by Jessica | September 28, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Thank you so much!

Edward is amazing and such a pleasure to work with. He makes everything so simple and less stressful. I know I was an emotional wreck and probably a pain to listen to. I called so many times with a million questions and concerns and he answered each and everyone without an ounce of irritation. He lis...tened and addresssed my every concern. Edward is so knowledgeable and he got me through what felt like a never ending battle with great results!

Posted by Larry | January 21, 2021 | Life Insurance

POOR SERVICE & UNPROFESSIONAL

This lawyer took on my case and was waiting for documents from the hospital and life insurance policy. Never communicated with me about anything. I called their office about 10-12 times and are always told I will get a call back that day. Well it’s been 3 months and not one of my calls have been ret...urned. Very unprofessional!!

Posted by anonymous | August 26, 2019 | Medical Malpractice

Don't waste your time on this lawyer Edward Shkolnikov

I met this lawyer few years ago. I brought many documents to him in hope he can help to sue cosmetic surgeon, who falsified surgical procedures and botched face. I found this lawyer by his ads. I told him my story by phone and he told me , that he does medical malpractice and invited me to his offic...e. But when I arrived, he did not look on any papers I brought and told me, that he doesn't do medical malpractice, did not give any advice, did not tell about statute limitation ....He gave me phone # of another lawyer, who does medical malpractice, but who also was not helpful. That another lawyer told me on the phone, that for beginning he can recommend me some doctor, who can review my surgery, that that doctor charge about $500/h, total he can charge several thousands ...After that he will make decision if he will take my case. The end of all story: the statute limitation was run out and I lost opportunity to sue my surgeon for medical malpractice (case was serious) and Medical Board placed him on probation for three years .

Edward Shkolnikov

Replied last August 26, 2019

Good afternoon. I understand that you were disappointed with my performance. Unfortunately without knowing your name it is very difficult to respond to your comment. As a general rule, I try to invite prospective clients into my office in order to evaluate their case on individual basis. From a comment I could clearly see that you have been in my office. I am sorry that I was not able to help you with your problem, but I did refer you to a specialist in plastic surgery cases. We always advise clients about statute of limitations. Private med mal is one year and and Government is 6 month. From comments of my clients and colleagues you could see that I do have a pretty good record. Therefore, if you think that my conduct caused you to suffer injuries, please contact my office and I will provide you with my insurance information. If not, please be kind and remove your comment. Thank you, Edward Shkolnikov, Esq.

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Pavel Sterin

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Amir Soleimanian

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Timothy O'Laughlin

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Edward is well known in the legal community as an effective advocate for his clients."

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Rachel Fishenfeld

Unknown lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer! Edward handles cases professionally and diligently! Any client would be lucky to have Ed as their attorney!"

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Boris Briskin

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Mr. Shkolnikov in the past and have seen him achieve great results."

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Daniel Gibalevich

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Edward is very knowledgeable, prompt and conscientious. A pleasure to work with. Happy to refer clients to him."

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Daniel Kann

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ed is one of the most skilled and fearless attorneys that I have ever had the pleasure to work with. He takes his obligations to defend his clients' rights extremely seriously. Ed is also one of the smartest attorneys that I know. His years of experience and wide breadth of knowledge gives him a huge edge over any prosecutor that he comes up against. His clients are truly fortunate and they should rest assured that they are in very competent hands with Ed Shkolnikov as their attorney. I recommend Ed very highly."

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Michael Devereux

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ed and I have worked on several matters together, typically murder trials. Ed brings to the courtroom a presence few attorneys have. He is very thorough, jurors and prosecutors trust him, and unlike some attorneys, Ed is willing to go to trial to defend his clients. I would enthusiastically endorse Ed for any criminal matter."

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Experience

Rating:  5.3 (Average)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2022.

Discipline with Actual Suspension issued in CA, 2022

updated on 10/26/2022

This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Honors

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Owner, The Law Offices of Edward Shkolnikov

2006 - 2008

Trial Attorney, Shouse Law Group

Associations

2005 - Present

American Bar Association

Attorney

Education

2004

Abraham Lincoln University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Abraham Lincoln University

Languages

Russian

Spanish

Korean

Belarusian

Ukrainian

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