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Kirk Bernard has been a civil litigator of complex cases for thirty years. In 1999, Mr. Bernard formed Bernard & Lundgren, PLLC with partner Gail M. Lundgren. Together Mr. Bernard and Ms. Lundgren work on numerous catastrophic injury cases including a motorcycle case involving inadequate signs in a highway construction zone with disabling injuries for $5.5 million. After taking more thirty depositions and arguing numerous motions, the case was settled within two weeks prior trial. Another substantial case was a commercial establishment alcohol liability case for $1.5 million, and another commercial establishment alcohol liability case with the bartender who over served the driver as the plaintiff for $725,.
In 2004, the firm became known as Bernard Law Group, PLLC dba Bernard & Lindquist. Mr. Bernard has successfully represented numerous claimants in product liability matters against the manufactures of Vioxx, Baycol, Ortho Evra, Fen Phen. Mr. Bernard has co-counseled with numerous well known attorneys such as Mark Geragos of Geragos and Geragos to represent the passengers of a Chinese Baptist Church van against Ford Motors which settled at the time of mediation for a confidential amount; and with attorney Brian Panish on a wrongful death and catastrophic injury case against the City of San Francisco which resulted in a verdict of 27 million dollars.
Mr. Bernard strives to achieve just results for each of his clients. He is a member of the Washington State Bar Association, the King County Bar Association, and the American Association for Justice and is an Eagle member of the Washington State Association for Justice. He is also an active member of the California State Bar and the Consumer Attorney's Association.
PRO BONO – COMMUNITY SERVICE – INVOLVEMENT
Mr. Bernard’s firm has sponsored and participated in a children’s bicycle helmet give-a-way at the Bite of Seattle Festival for the past three years. Each year the firm has purchased and handed out over 500 children’s bicycle helmets at the festival. He also has produced and funded numerous public service announcements which aired on local TV stations in Washington State promoting the helmet give-a-way and bicycle/helmet safety. The Bernard Law Group also participates in the annual Northwest Harvest Food Drive. Mr. Bernard supports and encourages his staffs’ involvement in local charities of their choosing. Mr. Bernard is a supporting member of the Brain Injury Association of Washington.
Helping Injured Victims And Their Loved Ones Since 1981. Free Case Consultation. Call 323-431-9255
Practice Areas
9
Practice Areas
Birth Injury
12%
Car Accident
12%
45 years | 3,500 cases
Class Action
12%
Medical Malpractice
12%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Check
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 28 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 44 years
State: California
Acquired: 1981
No misconduct found
Location
Gallery
Online Presence
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Posted by anonymous | July 13, 2015
Defended My American Rite-to be an AMERICAN!!
I know Mr. Bernard is working hard on my case-as I was amazingly impressed by his hands on approach, rite when I asked for his representation. When I asked if he would be interested in handling my case, he was already deeply involved in the particulars upon this case, which is based upon my rite to p...
Posted by Shannon | July 15, 2013
THE BEST!
Kirk B. Bernard runs a top notch crew of attorneys!! He represented me in 2 auto accidents, and got me the best settlements possible.
Posted by Becca | August 02, 2011
Professional and helpful!
I was very pleased with the Bernard Law Group. It was my first car accident, hopefully my last, and I wasn't sure what I should do, who to call, if I could trust the insurance company etc. Everyone at the Bernard Law Group was very helpful. They made the process seem so easy and I didn't have to b...
Posted by Lonnie | July 06, 2011
Friendly and dependable. You can count on him.
I was stopped and a lady rear-ended me. When I called The Bernard Law Group, I never had to deal with the insurance company again. I didn't have to deal with any of my medical bills again. I would recommend The Bernard Law Group.
Posted by anonymous | March 30, 2009
Excellent Representation!
It was professional all the way through and that was very helpful. If had it to do over again, I would definitely hire the Bernard Law Group.
Kirk Barron Bernard's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. He has been practicing for over 30 years and has a stellar track record of winning big money verdicts for his clients. He is a true gentleman."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Kirk is nationally recognized as a leading personal injury lawyer. He is at the top of his field."
"I have known Kirk for over 12 years and in all of my interactions with him on a professional level he has been imensely helpful and freely giving of his time. I especially appreciated his ability to show reasons why a particular case was worth more than would be typically predicted, and then go and get it. His knowledge of medicine as well as law, was exceptional. I would highly recomend this lawyer to anyone in need of sound representation I notice that Kirk was also recomended by one of the greatest trial attorneys in the country, Brian Panish. That alone says it all."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Kirk is passionate about representing injured people and getting the best results from them. I highly recommend Kirk and his firm. Kirk is a highly experienced personal injury lawyer who regularly handles complex cases."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"Kirk is an extremely intelligent attorney. He has the ability to examine complex legal issues and isnt afraid to go the distance. Kirk is major benefit to the legal community which shows itself in the enormous success he's had as an attorney"
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Kirk is an enthusiastic and successful trial attorney who has obtained terrific results for his clients."
"Kirk is experienced, knowledgeable and enthusiastic about pursuing his clients' interests."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have worked with this lawyer in several complex product liability personal injury matters over the past ten years. He is energetic, creative, committed to his clients, and a enjoyable to work with as co-counsel. He is a man of integrity as well."
"I worked with Kirk on a significant injury case with a very complicated medical history. Kirk did a very nice job of working-up the case thoroughly, understanding the medicine and the injuries, and presenting the case skillfully to the other side, all of which resulted in an excellent settlement and result for the client."
"I have known Kirk Bernard for several years. He is a very intelligent, hard working and thorough attorney who has worked on all kinds of personal injury cases, large and small, involving auto accidents, slips and falls, wrongful death, pharmaceutical liability, product liability, medical malpractice, etc. I would highly recommend him to any person or attorney in need of a higly capable and experienced personal injury lawyer."
"Kirk Bernard is the best injury lawyer I have met in quite some time. He is highly intelligent and able to look at an issue from both sides. If you suffered a catastrophic injury in Washington, such as a brain injury, burn injury, or lost a loved one due to a wrongful death, call your man by name: Kirk Bernard. Don't get stuck with a scumbag attorney, or cheap attorney, hire the best personal injury lawyer in Washington. Kirk B. Bernard. He is basically like a Navy SEAL of law. Hooyah to Kirk."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
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Experience
Honors
2013
Outstanding Member, Consumer Attorneys Association
2013
Outstanding Member, American Bar Association
2013
Eagle Member, Washington Association of Trial Lawyers
2013
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2013
Distinguished Member, Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
2012
Million Dollar Advocates, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2012
Outstanding Member, American Bar Association
2012
Outstanding Member, Consumer Attorneys Association
2012
Eagle Member, Washington Association of Trial Lawyers
2012
Distinguished Member, Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
2011
Outstanding Member, American Bar Association
2011
Outstanding Member, Consumer Attorneys Association
2011
Eagle Member, Washington Association of Trial Lawyers
2011
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2011
Distinguished Member, Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
2010
Outstanding Member, Consumer Attorneys Association
2010
Distinguished Member, Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
2010
Outstanding Member, American Bar Association
2010
Eagle ember, Washington Association of Trial Lawyers
2010
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2010
Avvo 9.4 Superb Rating, Avvo
2009
Avvo 9.2 Superb Rating, Avvo
N/A
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1991 - Present
Owner, Bernard Law Group, PLLC
1900 - Present
Senior Partner, The Bernard Law Group
1983 - 1991
Trial Lawyer, Bernard & Bernard
1981 - 1983
Associate Lawyer, Bernard & Bernard
1979 - 1981
Law Clerk, Bernard & Jaffey
Associations
2007 - Present
Brain Injury Association of WashingtonMember
1998 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMember
1997 - Present
Washington State Association for JusticeMember
1997 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
Better Business Bureau
1994 - Present
Consumer Attorney's AssociationMember
1981 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Ortho Evra birth control patch side effects
$625,000.00 Settlement
Medical negligence involving prosthetic leg
$250,000.00 Settlement
Ford Van rollover
Confidential Settlement
Welding Rod Fumes
$20.5 million Verdict
Motorcycle accident with SUV
$1,150,000.00 Settlement
Record $27 Million Jury Award Against City and County of San Francisco for Pedestrians in Muni Crash
$27,394,567 Verdict
Nursing home negligence resulting in death
$250,000.00 Settlement
Faulty hip implant
$412,000.00 Total Settlement
Auto accident with semi-truck
$725,000.00 Settlement
DUI Accident
$1,525,000.00 Settlement
Motorcycle accident due to construction debris
$5,500,000.00 Settlement
Auto accident with a drunk driver
$1,000,000.00 Settlement
Education
1981
Ventura College of Law
Law
1980
University of California at Santa Barbara
JD
1979
University of California at Santa Barbara
BA
1977
University of California
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
What to do if you've been in an accident
What to do if you've been in an accident
2012
7 things your insurance company doesn't want you to know
7 things your insurance company doesn't want you to know
Publications
2023
4injured.com
Choosing The Right Car Accident Lawyer For Your Case
2012
Visual.ly
Silly Laws in Washington
2009
2009
2009
American Chronicle
Kirk Bernard's 5 Tips on Choosing the Right Lawyer for your Case
2009
2009
American Chronicle
Kirk Bernard Discusses How the Value of a Claim is Determined
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
What to do After Being Hit By an Uninsured Motorist
28 Apr 2010
Video Legal Guide
Why an Accident Reconstructionist May be Helpful in Your Case
20 Apr 2010
Video Legal Guide
Should You Photograph Skidmarks Following an Accident?
20 Apr 2010