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Tyler J. Barnett graduated Cum Laude from the University of California, San Diego in 1999 with a degree of Bachelor of Arts and major in Political Science / Public Law. In 2002, Mr. Barnett obtained his Juris Doctor from University of Southern California Law School with High Honors in Pre-Trial Advocacy and as an Editor of the Hale Moot Court Honors Program. He was admitted to the California State Bar that same year.
Mr. Barnett began his legal career as an associate attorney at the Law Offices of Michael J. Piuze, which won the two largest verdicts in history for an individual plaintiff in the amounts of $28 billion and $3 billion. Mr. Barnett was a principal associate on catastrophic injury and automotive crashworthiness cases involving rollover induced roof crush ($23 million verdict), tire failure and rollover of 15 passenger van ($12 million settlement), passenger restraint failure ($8 million settlement) and instability and rollover of SUV ($6 million settlement).
In 2005, he opened his own law firm dedicated to protecting the rights of injured victims and joined Yuhl Carr LLP in 2007. Since that time he has won several seven-figure cases for his personal injury clients, including but not limited to: lumbar fusion from an auto accident ($8.7 million); wrongful death from a single vehicle accident ($4.9 million); traumatic brain injury from an auto accident ($3 million); cervical fusion from a 3-car collision ($2.3 million); injuries to a disabled passenger resulting from an improperly maintained wheelchair lift ($2 million); complex regional pain syndrome caused by a van operator closing the door on a passenger’s hand ($2,000,000); lumbar chance fracture to an 83 yr old from an auto accident with a rental vehicle ($1,954,); wrongful death of a pedestrian against the MTA ($1.9 million); gunshot wound due to negligent security and maintenance of an apartment building ($1.85 million); onboard fall against a shuttle bus company ($1.375 million). Additional examples can be found in the case results section of .
The National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys named Mr. Barnett one of the nationally ranked Top 10 Under 40 for excellence in the field of personal injury. Trial Lawyers Association named Mr. Barnett as one of the top 40 lawyers under the age of 40 in the state of California. Mr. Barnett has also been regularly named as one of Southern California Super Lawyers – Rising Stars.
Mr. Barnett is a member of the Ten Million Dollar Lawyers Club and Million Dollar Advocates Forum, the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, Consumer Attorneys of Los Angeles, Consumer Attorneys of California, American Bar Association, Los Angeles County Bar Association and Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity.
Mr. Barnett lives with his wife, also an attorney, and their two children in Westwood, California.
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Contingency
33%-40%
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Licensed in California for 23 years
State: California
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
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YUHL | CARR LLP
4640 Admiralty Way, Suite 410, Marina Del Rey, CA, 90292
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Tyler James Barnett's Reviews
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Posted by Tara | October 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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Great Attorney, Truly Good Human
A very bad auto accident put me in the hospital with a TBI, many broken bones, and a totaled car. The driver responsible was a minor, driving alone and uninsured. From the moment I hired him, Tyler was online researching and handling everything. He was always patient, thorough, and clear in explai...
Posted by Brandon | March 4, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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Above all expectations he and his. Office went above and beyond. I would highly refreshment.
Posted by Nicki | March 31, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Wonderful representation
I am an out of state resident that was in a horrible automobile accident while vacationing in California. Tyler was referred to me from a friend. He did an amazing job settling my case that was in litigation since before COVID affected the world and how we do things… not only was this an obstacle, ...
Posted by David | April 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney
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David Bowell
Tyler and his law firm were excellent throughout the law suit process, he provided great surgical care and was very thorough and professional and prepared to get the best results he could for myself his law firm.. couldn’t ask for a better legal team..
Posted by anonymous | November 25, 2019 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Finally an honest, smart attorney
My wife was hit by a car while walking (and pregnant) a few months back and after perusing many advertisements for PI attorneys, I came across Tyler's profile and after reading his reviews, decided to give him a call. I was very nervous and anxious to even reach out and talk to an attorney, but Tyler...
Tyler James Barnett's Lawyer Endorsements
"We have worked on many Workers' Compensation/Personal Injury crossovers and I highly recommend Tyler. He takes great pride in protecting his client's interest and has genuine desire to help them."
"Tyler Barnett is hands down, one of the best personal injury attorneys in Los Angeles."
"Mr. Barnett is a truly exceptional lawyer who has recovered many millions of dollars for his clients. His results are regularly published in various jury verdict reporters and newspapers. Whether you are seriously injured or just not even sure you have a case, Mr. Barnett is uniquely knowledgeable in the field of personal injury law and is always there for his clients."
"Tyler is a hard working, smart, ethical, and aggressive attorney who leaves no stones unturned for his client. He provides not just great personal service to his clients, but he fights for them to get top dollar results, all the while putting the client's interests first."
"He is hard wroking, competent and honest. He goes the extra mile for every client. A true star in the community."
"Tyler is smart, dedicated and committed to getting great results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"One of the best."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Tyler is truly a "rising star" of the plaintiffs bar. His clients are truly fortunate to benefit from his agressive and comprehensive representation, and most of all from the outstanding results for which he is responsible."
"I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Barnett on a complicated personal injury matter. His grasp of the law was fantastic and his ability to cut to the chase and successfully litigate a multi million dollar settlement was astounding. I hope I can work with him again."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Tyler is an excellent attorney who achieves great results on behalf of his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Tyler is the best of the best. Articulate, motivated, intelligent and understanding. He would be my choice to represent my family."
"I have personally tried personal injury cases with Tyler, and I can say without hesitation, that he is one of the most most aggressive and most talented up and coming personal injury lawyers out there right now. He is diligent, hard working, and genuinely cares about his clients. Tyler will get you ever last cent you are entitled to."
"I endorse this lawyer's work! Tyler's "no BS" attitude has taken him to new heights this year as a trial attorney. His vigorous representation of his clients has earned him several seven figure settlements/verdicts in the past few months alone. His wit can only be matched by his heart; he knows he is fighting for the people and for what is right."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Invited member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2008
Rising Star, Southern California Super Lawyers
2007
Rising Star, Southern California Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Partner, Yuhl Carr LLP
Associations
2005 - Present
Ten Million Dollar Lawyers ClubMember
Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Member
Association of Trial Lawyers of America
Member
Consumer Attorneys of Los Angeles
Member
Consumer Attorneys of California
Member
American Bar Association
Member
Los Angeles County Bar Association
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Hasbun v. MTA
$1,900,000
Plaintiff v. Management Company, Repair Company and Owner
$1,850,000
Monika H. Solomon v. The Vons Companies, Inc. and Hussmann Corporation
$2,000,000
Duane Gilbert v. Isidro Quinones; BMC West, LLC fka BMC West Corporation
$2,300,000
Education
2002
USC Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
Univ of California San Diego
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2025
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers