Rodney Mesriani

Rodney Mesriani

4.6
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 29 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Santa Monica, CA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Employment & Labor

510 Arizona Avenue, Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA

About Rodney

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Employment and Labor 50%

MLG specializes in employment and labor issues: wrongful termination, sexual harassment, workplace discrimination (age, race, gender, religion), retaliation, whistleblowing, disability accommodation failures, misconduct, and wage/overtime violations.

30 years | 2,000 cases

50%
Personal Injury 50%

MLG specializes in personal injury: auto, bicycle, motorcycle, train, truck, pedestrian accidents, slip and falls, dog bites, premises liability, industrial and construction accidents, brain, head, spinal cord injuries, torts, and wrongful death.

30 years | 2,000 cases

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 29 years

State: California

Acquired: 1996

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Mesriani Law Group

510 Arizona Avenue, Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA, 90401

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Rodney Mesriani's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

40 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | June 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Unprofessional. Not recommended

I hired Mesriani for employment and labor matter. Hew did not communicate with me over the course of my case at all. He only cares about the bare minimum; his 45% fee. He went on to say that he will represent me in the best manner possible, but instead sat in his office and sent forth one of his ine...xperienced new grads that did not care for my case. He did consider my case merely as a stepping stone for experience rather than a legal right, and he got his 45% fee.

Posted by anonymous | December 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Class Action

Very clear, smooth, and professional

Hiring my lawyer Rodney Mesriani was one of my smarter decisions in life, and it turned out better than I expected. I do not have much experience in this field, and the whole process was explained to me clearly from the start. Quickly after talking and then meeting with my lawyer, I found him to be ...trustworthy and good at explaining the process in terms someone like me would understand. Together, we had a successful class action settlement, and I was the rep for the class members. The actual day the settlement came to an agreement went smoothly, and I’m glad I chose Rodney.

Posted by RobertAndresOlguin | May 07, 2014 | Car Accidents

Quality work!

I was involved in a car accident and it was a disaster. My experience with Rodney was nothing short of excellent. I never felt like I was just another case, and never felt like my file was just sitting around. I received continuous feedback on my case, and was updated every step of the way. #1 choice... if I or any family ever needs assistant with an accident again we will go directly to Rodney!

Posted by Jamie | March 21, 2014 | Car Accidents

Great Attorney!

When I had my first car accident a family member recommend me to call Mr. Mesriani . He was very helpful any question I had he would answer always kept me updated on my case . So when I got into my second car accident I didn't have to think twice to call him because I know he is the best.

Posted by Amy | October 30, 2012 | Car Accidents

A nice and humorous guy

I am a long time client of Mr. Mesriani. I saw him as I was looking for a lawyer from the internet. I was desperate that time trying to look for someone to help me recover compensation after the car I was driving was stuck by a reckless driver. I found his website and I saw the free consultation form... at the home page, so I took the risk, I filled out the form and then submitted it. The next day, I was surprised upon receiving a call from Mesriani Law Group’s paralegal. I never expected that someone would call me that quickly. She talked to me like I was no other to her. She asked me several questions regarding my legal concerns. Before ending up our conversation she scheduled me for a meeting with Mr. Mesriani. During our meeting, I was initially intimidated since it was my first time meeting a lawyer and I do not know to how I am going to act and talk in front of him. Fortunately, as our conversation started, I found out that Mr. Mesriani is a nice and humorous guy. He even asked for an apology for the delayed response from his paralegal team since I told him I received the call the next day after I submitted the free case review form. He made our conversation very light and everything goes smooth until we finally closed a deal. He guided me all through out my legal predicament until I was able to get the right compensation I deserve. Since then, I always recommend him to anyone I know and will continue to recommend him because I know they will be in great care.

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Rodney Mesriani's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joshua Massingill

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Rodney Mesriani is extremely knowledgable and vigorously represents his clients. He has my full endorsement."

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Aryeh Leichter

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Other

"Top-notch attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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William Kropach

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Rodney Mesriani. All the clients I have referred to him have been very happy with his representation. His clients seem to love him. When we request information on PI cases he is very quick with a response. He is totally honest, very competent and quick to respond to any inquiry."

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Carney Shegerian

Civil rights lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Awesome Attorney!"

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William Campbell

Unknown lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Mesriani is an outstanding attorney. His legal theories are sound and his arguments are sharp. I endorse Mr. Mesriani."

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Brad Micklin

Administrative law lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rodney Mesriani is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show his commitment to serving clients as well as his level of experience. He is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly."

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Jeffrey Lapin

Personal injury lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rodney Mesriani is an experienced, skilled, aggressive and zealous advocate for his clients especially in his primary areas of practice: personal injury; business and civil litigation; employment and labor; and disability. I would strongly recommend anyone needing a lawyer in any of these areas in Los Angeles or a surrounding city to contact Rodney Mesriani."

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Shepard Jacobson

Employment and labor lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this lawyer and refer him cases. He cares about his clients!!!"

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Evan Oshan

Business lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Saloumeh Amirghahari

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer for his legal tactics and expertise that he utilizes in presenting his personal injury cases."

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Brooks Paley

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Mesriani is highly professional; and, if you are unfortunate enough to require the assistance of a personal injury attorney, he will help you achieve the best possible outcome."

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Chris Limberopoulos

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Exceptional Litigator."

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Joseph Farzam

Employment and labor lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is ethical, caring and gets great results for his clients."

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Edmond Nassirzadeh

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is an extremely knowledgeable and aggressive lawyer."

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David Mallen

Employment and labor lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I met Rodney many years ago when he and I were opposing counsel in an employment law case. I was most impressed by his legal knowledge, ethics, and negotiating savvy, and ever since then we have cultivated a mutually rewarding professional relationship. Rodney is a great resource to the community, because he is an experienced litigator who understands the practical and legal side of employment law from every conceivable angle. Not only that, he never fails to make me laugh."

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James Magazine

Business lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Dolman

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rodney is one of the elite southern California injury and civil trial attorneys. He is extremely competent and a zealous advocate for his clients. I enjoy following his blog which has led to me learning and/or gleaming many valuable lessons."

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Nikki Jacobson

Employment and labor lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this lawyer. I refer clients and family members to Rodney. He is great. Nikki Mehrpoo Jacobson www.jacobsonhan.com Immigration, Workers' Compensation and Criminal Defense"

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Garo Mardirossian

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this attorney's work. He is a knowledgeable attorney who obtains outstanding results for his clients."

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Della Shaker

Employment and labor lawyer

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James Fox

Personal injury lawyer

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William Campbell

Criminal defense lawyer

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Scott Marks

Unknown lawyer

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Dennis Riley

Unknown lawyer

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William Kropach

Unknown lawyer

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Brooks Paley

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2017

AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2010

The Top Trial Lawyers In America, MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR ADVOCATES FORUM

2007

Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

1997

ATLA, Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Lawyer / Founder, Mesriani Law Group

Associations

2010 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

California Employment Lawyers Association

Member

2007 - Present

Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles

Member

2007 - Present

Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Advocate / Member

2007 - Present

National Employment Lawyers Association

Member

2007 - Present

Public Justice Foundation

Member

2007 - Present

Orange County Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2007 - Present

National Association of Personal Injury Lawyers

Member

2007 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

1997 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

1997 - Present

National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Confidential Plaintiff v. OLIVE VIEW-UCLA MEDICAL CENTER FOUNDATION, INC., et al.

The case was settled after a successful mediation efforts. Defendant was ordered to provide Plaintiff a payment of sixty thousand dollars ($60,000.00) by a check made payable to “Confidential Plaintiff" and MLG.

Confidential Plaintiff v. KLUNE INDUSTRIES, INC., et al

The case was settled after successful mediation efforts. Defendant was ordered to provide Plaintiff a payment of eighty-seven thousand dollars and five-hundred ($87,500.00) by a check made payable to “Confidential Plaintiff" and MLG.

2 Confidential Plaintiffs v. Jacob Anderson, State Farm Insurance Company

The case was successfully negotiated for settlement. Defendant was asked to pay one of the plaintiffs with Twenty-seven thousand and seven hundred dollars ($27, 700.00) and the other received Twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00).

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Education

1996

Southwestern University School of Law

Juris Doctor

1993

California State University, Northridge

Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Discusses pressing issues on matters related to personal injury, business and employment laws

Masters of Law

N/A

Answers legal questions of specific importance from his listeners.

Masters of Law

Publications

Languages

English

Farsi

Spanish

Activity

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