Robert Thomas Bryson

Robert Thomas Bryson

4.6
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 34 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Santa Monica, CA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Litigation

808 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 450, Santa Monica, CA

About Robert

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 50%

Catastrophic Injuries involving Trucking Collisions; Premises Liability; Automobile Collisions; Public Entity Liability; and Strict Product Liability

50%
Car Accident 40%

Catastrophic Injuries involving Trucking Collisions; Premises Liability; Automobile Collisions; Public Entity Liability; and Strict Product Liability

40%
Litigation 10%

Fire Loss Related Litigation; Inverse Condemnation; Public Entity Liability; Insurance Bad Faith; Commercial Disputes; Construction Defect and Professional Liability.

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

30%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in California for 34 years

State: California

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Robins Cloud LLC

808 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 450, Santa Monica, CA, 90401

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Robert Thomas Bryson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

5 star (9)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
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1 star (1)

Posted by Elsa | June 23, 2021 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Works hard for you.

Robert is a great attorney. I had the pleasure of having a consultation with him a few yrs ago and he was very honest and straightforward. If you want someone that will work hard for you he’s your guy.

Posted by Rachel | February 10, 2021 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Best Attorney!!!

I had a situation and I was really concerned and worried. I reached out to Robert. He gave me great advice and helped me resolved my issue. I am grateful and would recommend him.

Posted by anonymous | February 8, 2021 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

DISGUSTING

Completely rude, very disgusting service, EXTREMELY UNPROFESSIONAL. Called for a consultation, and was treated like complete sh**. Don’t call him, move on to the next. if i could i would’nt even give him ONE STAR.

Robert Bryson

Replied last February 10, 2021

Unfortunately, when this individual contacted me, I was on the phone with an existing client. I do not interrupt client calls and so I declined the call hoping that whomever had called would leave a voicemail so I could call them back when I concluded my existing/ongoing call. Unfortunately, the same caller, called interrupting my call with client and so I "answered" to avoid receiving yet another call. During this brief call, I mistook this caller as a sale pitch marketing new clients which caused me to disconnect the call. It subsequently dawned on me that I may have been hasty in my assessment of the nature of the call so I called the number back. When I did, the individual who called was understandably upset and indicated that they had no interest in speaking to me and instead would leave a bad review and then hung up. I apologize for my mishandling the call and I remain available if this individual still needs help and I can refer them to another partner in our law firm or another law firm altogether.

Posted by Max | February 16, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Robert T. Bryson

I recently consulted Mr. Bryson on an issue I've been dealing with for the past year and a half. During our initial phone conversation Bryson was able to break it down in a way that was understandable to me and showed his knowledge of the law. He followed that up with a meeting and displayed the ty...pe of legal know how that would make any plaintiff want to go into battle with him. If/when I have to go into court with my current issue I plan to have to have him right there with me.

Posted by sandra | May 23, 2016 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

great lawyer. Helped me handle my issues.

Thoroughly explained how the law relates to my situation. Took the time to listen and provide useful options to help resolve my problems. Never felt rushed.

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Robert Thomas Bryson'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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Grant Mullen

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Robert and I have gone head to head on several matters. I have always found him to be very zealous and competent. He does whatever it takes (within the bounds of ethics and disciplinary rules) to achieve justice for his clients. I highly endorse Robert Bryson as a trial attorney. Grant Mullen"

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Kenneth Pollock

Litigation lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known and worked with Robert for over 25 years. He is an exceptional attorney, known for his knowledge, preparation and incredible work ethic. When I have needed to consult with an attorney for personal matters, I have called Robert."

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Joy Robertson

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I had the pleasure of working with Robert Bryson for many years. He is one of the best litigators I know. He is extremely dedicated to his clients. His work is top notch. He is the type of lawyer who can handle all types of litigation. I can honestly say his clients are very fortunate to have him."

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Robert Wolfe

Litigation lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"Robert is an extremely intelligent and hard working lawyer. His litigation and trial skills have led to several 7 and 8 figure verdicts. He is a master at the details and is a formidable adversary."

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Gary Hamblet

Insurance lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Geraldine Ly

Insurance lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Robert was instrumental in obtaining a nearly nine-figure settlement against a public entity and its insurers. Robert craftily and masterfully litigated against the behemoth defense firms for six years without ever faltering or flinching. I am honored to have worked with him and to have learned from him."

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Heather Whitmore

Litigation lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. We worked together on a multimillion dollar trial. Always professional, well-prepared and knowledgeable in trial litigation."

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Eric Traut

Insurance lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. We worked together on a large property loss case that morphed into an even larger insurance bad faith case in Federal Court. Mr. Bryson knows his stuff when it comes to insurance law and bad faith practices. His firm had the lead in the case, along with the most plaintiffs, so I was able to literally sit back and watch them win rulings and keep the defense on their heals throughout the entire four years of litigation. It culminated with a maximum recovery in the eight figures."

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Kevin Pollack

Litigation lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Robert is a not just a top notch civil litigator; he is a dynamic trial lawyer. He is the epitome of a professional. In addition to being fantastic in the court room, Robert possesses a unique acumen for developing winning legal arguments. Additionally, Robert is a tireless advocate for his clients, always making sure to do the very best for each and every client. Having worked with Robert, I can honestly say that I would recommend his services to anyone in need of a top notch plaintiff's attorney."

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Charles Jenkins

Litigation lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known and worked with Robert for over 20 years. He is an exceptional litigator with an impeccable work ethic. If a family member or I needed an attorney I would call Robert."

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David Ezra

Insurance lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Robert is a careful and creative attorney who studies the nuances of his cases and vigorously protects his clients' interests."

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Steven Shuman

Litigation lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"Robert is an aggressive advocate for his clients. He thinks through difficult issues and is a real problem solver. He prepares thoroughly and makes a great addition to any litigation team."

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Jeff Nadrich

Personal injury lawyer

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Grant Mullen

Litigation lawyer

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Geraldine Ly

Litigation lawyer

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Kevin Pollack

Litigation lawyer

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Eric Traut

Litigation lawyer

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David Ezra

Insurance lawyer

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Robert Wolfe

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Multi-Million Dollar Advocates, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2017

Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2016

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Partner, Robins Cloud LLP

2001 - 2017

Partner, Engstrom Lipscomb & Lack

1999 - 2001

Attorney, Brady, Vorwerck, Ryder & Caspino

1992 - 1999

Partner, Belofsky & Jenkins

1991 - 1992

Attorney, Frantz, Mason & Hautaluoma

Associations

2017 - Present

Best Attorneys of America

Lifetime Member

2015 - Present

Consumer Attorneys of California

Member

2015 - Present

Orange County Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2010 - Present

Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles

Sustaining Member

1993 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

1991 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Benamou v Q2 Development

High 6 figure award

10-4 Construction Inc., v. RH Cemetery

Pending

Levy v. Washington Mutual Bank

8 figure verdict for Plaintiff Ron Levy

Brasil v. Lederer

7 figure settlement

Itani v. Ins. Co. State of Penn

Confidential settlement

Hardaker v. Auto Zone

7 figure settlement

Prakashpalan v. Perlmutter

7 figure Judgment for the Perlmutters

Sandoval v. Centerpoint Construction

High six figure settlement

Hummer Construction v. Aidlin Trust

Confidential settlement

Digital Document v. Xerox Corp.

Confidential settlement

Person Ford v. Ford Motor Company

$15.5 million Judgment for Person Ford

Holiday v. The City of Santa Monica

Seven figure Judgment for Plaintiffs

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Education

1991

University of San Diego School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

University of California, San Diego

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1988

University of California - San Diego

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

ELL Bi-Annual Review

E! Discovery

1999

Kroger's Bi-Annual Legal Seminar

Casualty Claims and Defenses

Publications

2000

BVR Legal Review Bad Faith: The Pitfalls

1990

Journal of Contemporary Legal Issues The Cutting Edge of Products Liability

Languages

English

Activity

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