Zachary Drew Wechsler

Zachary Drew Wechsler

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 27 years

Ethics and professional responsibility Lawyer at Torrance, CA
Practice Areas: Ethics & Professional Responsibility

2510 Monterey Street, Unit 5369, Torrance, CA

About Zachary

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Ethics and Professional Responsibility 100%

I represent attorneys and applicants fa ing charges, inquiries, investigations and hearings before the State Bar of California.

27 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 800-1000 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 27 years

State: California

Acquired: 1998

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Zachary D. Wechsler, APC

2510 Monterey Street, Unit 5369, Torrance, CA, 90510

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Zachary Drew Wechsler's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

49 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ary | April 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

Could not have done it without Zack

I came to Zachary (Zack) because I had some issues with my bar application for the Moral Character. Zack was calm, methodological, and thorough. His experience and expertise cannot be underestimated as he knew all the factors involved, how and what I was facing, and guided me step by step through... the difficult process. I was clueless going into this and would not have been able to respond as accurately or thoroughly without him. Zack has helped me realize a dream, and I am very grateful to him for his hard work and assistance.

Zachary Wechsler

Replied last April 07, 2017

It was a pleasure to be of service to you. I am pleased we achieved the outcome you sought. Regards, Zach Wechsler

Posted by anonymous | December 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

Don't cut corners

If you have any question as to your ability to get a positive moral character determination from the bar, you absolutely must seek the assistance of Mr. Wechsler. There is simply no substitute for his level of professionalism and knowledge in the area of legal ethics. His instructions are not easy ...and Mr. Wechsler is not cheap. But, for anyone to put themselves through the rigors or law school/the bar, etc. and not retain Mr. Wechsler in a pinch, would be foolish. I cannot thank him enough for everything he has done for me.

Posted by Joe | October 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Education

Respresentation before the Cal Bar Admissions Board

Words cannot describe how thankful I am for Mr. Wechsler's dedication to my case. I chose Mr. Wechsler to represent me before the admissions board because of his vast experience. From our very first meeting, he was very straightforward, told me how it was, and had a plan of action. He did not let m...e down once, and guided me through the entire process. For this, I am forever thankful, and would absolutely recommend his services. Thank you. Thank you.

Posted by anonymous | August 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

Professional and Effective

Having a distant yet colorful past, I knew it was likely I would need some guidance through the California Moral Character determination process. I was fortunate to find Mr. Wechsler. A consummate professional, I found his communication to be exemplary; everything I needed, nothing superfluous, ...little sugar-coating. His recommendations on preparation and organization of my application went well beyond my personal stratagems based on common sense and experience. Given the achieved outcome represented the absolute best-case scenario, any decision to hire another, or plod through on my own would have been a mistake. A personal thank you to Mr. Wechsler as well.

Posted by anonymous | August 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

Excellent Effective Service

A few Months ago I received the dreaded Personal and Confidential message from the State Bar. I was having new checks printed for my bank for my Business account. Apparently the bank accidentally printed checks for my IOLTA account. The checking numbers were similar and nothing on the check indicated... that they were from my IOLTA account. After trying to contact several Lawyers to help only Mr. Wechsler called me back. He called me from his cell phone the second he received a message at his office that I had called. He was very quick in getting back to me. He was moving offices at the time and even with that was able to help me along my case. He had me gather proper information to document that the mistake was genuine and helped me come up with measures to prevent such an issue in the future. He also had me sign up for an ethics and Client Trust Accounting classes. These were extremely helpful to managing my practice and making sure that I kept proper books. This is actually making me more money now as I have better practices to account for my hours billable hours and expenses. Within a week of Mr. Wechsler drafting a letter and sending my documents to the CA BAR that I had gathered I received a letter from the BAR that no further investigation would be made and that my status was in good standing with the BAR. Zac also kept good acocunting practices as he preaches. I have received proper documentation of the hours he used for my retainer and information about my client trust account that he holds for me and my balance. Mr. Wechsler is an excellent attorney and I would recommend him to any attorney facing similar issues with the State BAR.

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Zachary Drew Wechsler's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ali Makoui

Ethics and professional responsibility lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Zach Wechsler is a knowledgeable, ethical, and hardworking attorney. I had the pleasure of knowing him and having a first-hand knowledge of the quality of his work for many years. He is an expert in administrative law and ethics and professional responsibility. I wholeheartedly recommend Zach for administrative and professional responsibility defense cases."

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Neema Tavakoli

Ethics and professional responsibility lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Other

"Thanks to the hard work, patience, and great guidance of Zach Wechsler, I was able to get my bar card. Zach assisted me with my moral character application and did a fantastic job. I would not be practicing law without Zach's assistance. A great legal mind, I would highly recommend Mr. Wechsler for any Moral Character Applicant or Attorney facing disciplinary actions before the board. A++"

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Jean Cha

Ethics and professional responsibility lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Knowledgeable and articulate. Mr. Wechsler is highly experienced. I should know. I was a State Bar prosecutor and handled matters opposite Mr. Wechsler for a time. He is effective and has an excellent reputation. Mr. Wechsler is also a wealth of information. He is kind, compassionate and driven to help others with the most complicated legal matters of their lives."

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Anthony Radogna

Ethics and professional responsibility lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Zach is a very ethical and hard working attorney. I have known him for some time. He is very well respected at the State Bar of California as a defense attorney. He is a wonderful attorney and a great colleague. Zach goes above and beyond for his clients and has immense experience in administrative defense. He is very professional and gets great results for his clients."

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Daniel Lidman

Ethics and professional responsibility lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer .Zach is who I would turn to for any issue of professional responsibility. His knowledge and expertise in this area is unmatched and he is of the most trustworthy professionals I have met. He is the go to guy in his area and I heartily recommend him."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Sa'id Vakili

Administrative law lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Zach is a solid lawyer who devotes himself to his clients. I've had the pleasure of working with him on a couple of cases and find him to be an exceptionally bright and resourceful attorney."

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Al Amer

Administrative law lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Other

"Zachary and I attended Loyola Law School together. He was a top-notch law student back then and, as expected , is a top-notch attorney now. His wisdom and his background and experience as a Deputy Attorney General for the State of California, then being appointed by the Board of Governors of the State Bar of California to the Committee of Bar Examiners sets him apart from other attorneys. I have not and will not hesitate referring my professional clients, friends or family members to him if there's ever an issue with their respective licensing boards since I never have to worry and know they are in very good hands. I absolutely, without hesitation endorse Zachary Wechsler."

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Edward Lear

Administrative law lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Zach and I practice in the same areas of law. Zach and I use each other as a resource for bouncing off strategies for our existing cases. His reputation amongst his peers and opposing counsel is stellar. Zach is honest, thorough, and smart; I unequivocally endorse him."

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Richard Moss

Ethics and professional responsibility lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Let me recommend my colleague, Zack Wechsler, as an upstanding, extremely ethical and experienced attorney who is well qualified in his primary field of practice -- professional license defense for attorneys, physicians, and other health care professionals."

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Neil Popowitz

Business lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known Zach Wechler for a number of years, having first met him as opposing counsel on an employment law matter. I can say without hesitation that he is a thoughtful and intelligent person and attorney; well prepared and a strong advocate for his client. I can recommend him without reservation as a fine attorney and a gentleman."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Super Lawyer (2019 - 2012), Super Lawyers

2013

Featured Attorney - "The New Lawyer", The Daily Journal

2010

Certified Mediator, Los Angeles County Superior Court

2004

Committee of Bar Examiners, State Bar of California

2000

California Appellate Project, State Bar of California of California

1998

Order of the Coif, National Order of the Coif

1998

Saint Thomas More Honor Society, Loyola Law School

1997

Faculty Academic Honors Scholarship, Loyola Law School

1996

American Jurisprudence Award, Corporations, Bancroft Whitney

1996

Faculty Academic Honors Scholarship, Loyola Law School

1995

American Jurisprudence Award - Legal Writing, Bancroft Whitney

Work Experience

1999 - 2003

Deputy Attorney General, California Department of Justice

Associations

2014 - Present

American Association of Nurse Attorneys

Member

2009 - Present

Association of Professional Responsibility Lawyers

Member

2009 - Present

Academy of Attorneys for Health Care Professionals

Member

2009 - Present

California Association of Discipline Defense Counsel

Member and former President

1996 - Present

Thomas More-Loyola Law School American Inn of Court

Vice President

1995 - Present

Phi Delta Phi legal fraternity

Member

1990 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

1983 - Present

Writer's Guild of America

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Baker v. Gourley

Lost in Superior Court. Won on appeal.

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Education

1998

Loyola Law School

JD - Juris Doctor, Cum Laude

1977

Wesleyan Univ

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Association of Professional Responsibility Lawyers Semi- Annual Meeting 2013

Moral Character Issues in Bar Admissions

2011

LAPA's 35 Annual October Conference

Permitted & Prohibited Activities for Paralegals on the 10th anniversary of B&P Code s. 6450.

2007

State Bar Convention 2007

Substance Abuse and the Bar

Publications

2004

California bar association publication Testing Accomodations For The State Bar

Languages

English

Activity

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