Paul Robert Kiesel

Paul Robert Kiesel

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 40 years

Litigation Lawyer at Beverly Hills, CA
Practice Areas: Litigation

8648 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 7 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2018

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 23 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2002

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 40 years

State: California

Acquired: 1985

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Paul Robert Kiesel

8648 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA, 90211

Law Offices of Paul Robert Kiesel

8648 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA, 90211-2910

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Paul Robert Kiesel's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Posted by Scott | February 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Medical Malpractice

Paul and his team were so thorough throughout the 3 1/2 years of my lawsuit. The suit involved 4 defendants all of which had to pay something for the egregious mistakes that they made with regard to my knee replacement. The diligence and thoughtfulness that Paul displayed during these arduous/Covid... times were exemplary.

Posted by Andrew | March 3, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

If you want a great personal injury law firm, look no further.

I had great a fantastic experience working with Kiesel Law. Attorney Paul Kiesel and Mariana McConnell represented me during my PI case and helped me navigate what could have been a very stressful and overwhelming experience (especially during COVID). Paul & Mariana were there every step of the way ...and acted with professionalism, compassion and efficiency. I can’t say enough good things. Thank you Attny Paul and Mariana!

Posted by K. Kate | June 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

AMAZING LAWYER AND FIRM!

This long overdue review is for the excellent service I received from Kiesel Law a couple of years ago. I was referred to Paul Kiesel from a family friend after being involved in a near-fatal accident. What could’ve been an extremely stressful process, was made much less so thanks to Paul and his ...amazing team. Not only are they excellent lawyers and deliver results, but they go above and beyond to make sure their clients feel heard, understood and cared for. In addition to being a great lawyer, Paul is compassionate, friendly and accessible to his clients- even with his busy schedule! For the duration of my case I have also worked extensively with James, as well as, Mariana and Maria, all of whom have demonstrated the same level of professionalism, tenacity & trustworthiness. I feel very grateful to have been referred to this excellent firm. I would highly recommend Kiesel Law to anyone who finds themselves in the position of needing a personal injury attorney!

Posted by Mike | April 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great man, great firm!

I had a life altering accident, I interviewed many attorneys and ended up with the firm of Kiesel law. The staff has been amazing, my trial ended in November of 2019 and they are still hard at work for me today, figuring out the stuff that I never thought would be a part of my trial. I'm sure th...ere are many good attorneys out there and I think for the most part handle most situations quite well. Here's the thing... If you go to trial, Paul Kiesel and his team are the firm you want representing you! I had no understanding of this until we were actually in trial and I had the pleasure of watching Paul and his team work. There were no less than 6 opposing attorneys (one of them was even a "hired gun" they brought in from Texas) and throughout my four week trial I had an opportunity to listen to them all address the jury, most were good, the thing I and everyone in the courtroom realized, was that Paul was great and defiantly the guy you want representing you! There's no doubt in my mind that my outcome wouldn't have as favorable without the hard working team of Kiesel law, I say this because at the end of the trial you may speak to the jury members and other council and each one them told me how they were affected by my story, Paul was able to articulate my story like no other... Thank you Paul for all that you have done for me and my family I would also like to thank the other members of the team, Bryan worked his butt off day and night! As did Melanie, Lance, James and it was always nice to Mariana in the courtroom giving me quite encouragement. I hope this review gives them the credit and justice they deserve, they're amazing and I'll always have love in my heart for their dedication to me and my trial and beyond. All of my best, Mike

Posted by jeffrey | March 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

BEST OF THE BEST LAWYERS IN LA

I AM A TV LEGAL ANALYST< RETIRED JUDGE PRO TEM< LAW PROFESSOR< so I am one hell of a picky guy. Paul Kiesel and his firm is one of the most professional lawyers and law firms I have worked with in the 30 years I have been practicing. His office is helpful, knowledgeable and GETS THE JOB DONE. He is k...ind,compassionate and treats all clients with the utmost respect. Definitely one of the premiere law firms in LA! BTW..HE GETS TOP DOLLAR S IN HIS VERDICTS AND SETTLEMENTS.

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Paul Robert Kiesel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Somair Alam

Litigation lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An exceptional litigation attorney whose reputation speaks for itself. Highly recommended lawyer."

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Mark Caruso

Litigation lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Kiesel is a fine lawyer with extensive experience in trial law and with wide knowledge about the local area and legal environment. He is responsive to his clients and their needs are his preeminent concern."

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Eli Kantor

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Steven Sweat

Unknown lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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George Rosemond

Litigation lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Paul is truly one of the best lawyers in the United States. His professionalism, skill, and integrity are unmatched. When paired with his groundedness and accessibility, Paul is the rare top-flight lawyer who still remains just one of the guys -- which is probably why juries love him."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2011

Named one of 500 Leading Lawyers in America, Lawdragon

2010

Named one of 500 Leading Lawyers in America, Lawdragon

2009

Named one of 500 Leading Lawyers in America, Lawdragon

1993

Presidential Award of Merit, Consumer Attorneys of California

1991

Presidential Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Trial Bar, Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles

N/A

Top Fifty Trial Lawyers, Los Angeles Business Journal

N/A

100 Most Influential Attorneys in California, Los Angeles Daily Journal Law Business

N/A

Top 100 Super Lawyers in Southern California, Super Lawyers

N/A

Peer Reviewed AV, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1999 - Present

Partner, Kiesel, Boucher & Larson, LLP

1993 - 1999

Principal, Kiesel & Larson

1989 - 1993

Partner, Slatter, Slatter & Kiesel

1985 - 1989

Associate Attorney, Slatter & Slatter

Associations

2011 - Present

California Open Courts Coalition

Co-Chair

2003 - Present

Consumer Attorney Association of Los Angeles

Board of Governors, Emeritus Member

2003 - Present

Consumer Attorneys of California

Board of Governors, Emeritus Member

2002 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

2001 - Present

Los Angeles Superior Court Complex Litigation Court Bench & Bar

Member

2000 - Present

Los Angeles Superior Court Bench & Bar Committee

1991 - Present

Los Angeles Superior Court Alternative Dispute Resolution Panel

1985 - Present

California State Bar Association

Lexis-Nexis California Advisory Board

Los Angeles County Bar Association

LACBA Executive Committee, Associate Vice President

2008 - 2011

Pacific Hills High School, West Hollywood, CA

Board of Trustees

2008 - 2009

Los Angeles Country Bar Association

Litigation Section, Chair

2006 - 2007

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Litigation Section, Treasurer

2005 - 2007

Los Angeles Superior Court Complex Litigation Court Bench & Bar

Chair

2005 - 2006

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Executive Committee Secretary

2001 - 2005

Association of Business Trial Lawyers

Board of Governors

1997 - 2000

Whittier College

Board of Trustees

1995 - 1996

Consumer Attorneys of California

Automobile Committee, Member

1995 - 1997

Whittier College

Alumnus Trustee

1993 - 1995

Whittier College of Law

Board of Visitors, Vice Chair

1992 - 1999

Whittier College of Law

Board of Visitors, Member

1988 - 2003

Consumer Attorneys of California

Board of Governors, Member

1988 - 2003

Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles

Board of Governors, Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Southern California Gas Leak Cases, JCCP 4861

Pending

Federal Express Vehicle Collision Cases, California JCCP 4788

Settled

Chatsworth Metrolink Collision Cases, L.A.S.C. Lead Case No. PC043703

Settled

Wright Hip System Cases, California JCCP 4710

Settled

The Clergy Cases I, II, & III, California JCCPs 4286, 4297, 4359

Settled

Warren v. Toshiba America Incorporated, L.A.S.C. Case No. BC278163

Settled

Miramonte LAUSD Molestation Matters

Settled

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Education

1985

Whittier College School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

Connecticut College

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

USC Gould School of Law

Guest Lecturer

2015

UCLA, Los Angeles, California

Guest lecturer

2011

Harvard Law School, Cambridge, Massachusetts

Guest lecturer

Publications

2009

LexisNexis / Matthew Bender California’s 2009 E-Discovery Laws: Text and Analysis

2003

LexisNexis / Matthew Bender practice guide California Pretrial Civil Procedure

2003

LexisNexis / Matthew Bender practice guide California Civil Discovery

Languages

English

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