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Christopher John Canlas
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Biography
As president at Canlas Law Group, APLC, workers’ compensation attorney Christopher J. Canlas provides legal counsel to residents throughout the Los Angeles area. Attorney Canlas handles a variety of civil litigation matters including assisting injured workers, SSDI applicants, and employment and immigration law. He currently holds a 7.7 Very Good rating on . Attorney Canlas received his Juris Doctor from the University Miami School of Law. Mr. Canlas is fluent in several different languages, including Spanish and Tagalog.
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
15%-40%
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Licensed in California for 19 years
State: California
Acquired: 2006
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Location
Canlas Law Group, APLC
18000 Studebaker Road, Suite 350, Cerritos, CA, 90703
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Christopher John Canlas's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Richard | June 8, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Awesome staff
I was really fortunate to have this firm represent me. They were professional and genuinely concerned with my case. They were able to get the job done quickly and were always available for questions. I would thoroughly recommend them
Posted by LOUIS | August 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
results that count
THE CANLAS LAW GROUP IS VERY PROFESSIONAL AND PATIENT. THEY HAVE BEEN WITH ME EVERY STEP OF THE WAY. I PUT MY FAITH IN THEM AND THEY HAVE NOT LET ME DOWN. THEY ARE HANDLING MY ON GOING WORKMANS COMP CLAIM AND HAVE HELPED ME APPLY AND RECEIVE SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY. MY INJURIES ARE SEVERE AND THEY...
Posted by Jamie | August 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great lawyer
Christopher Canlas and his team did an excellent job. When I had questions they would reassure me and help me understand in simple English what was going on. They were always very caring. Thank you for all you have done.
Posted by Sam W. | March 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Wonderful representation!
I was already denied social security disability benefits a couple of time and I was really discouraged. I consulted with Canlas Law Group on a friend's recommendation and hired them to represent me. I suffer from memory loss and they were very patient and helpful and their staff helped me gather al...
Posted by anonymous | March 7, 2011
Knowledgeable and Aggressive. Great Attorney!
Mr. Canlas represented me in my Workers' Compensation case. He was very honest and worked hard to get me my benefits. When we settled my case I received a lot more money than I expected. He is a great attorney and I highly recommend him.
Christopher John Canlas's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. When representing injured workers, Christopher Canlas thinks outside the box zealously seeking all avenues of recovery and compensation for his clients. He is a credit to the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is very knowledgeable about workers' compensation law and works tirelessly for his clients. I recommend Chris for workers compensation matters."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Christopher. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Brengle is a highly qualified and knowledgeable Employee RIghts lawyer and is the attorney I would hire to defend me if I needed representation in an employment case."
Lowell Steiger
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2006
Excellence in Education Award, CALI
N/A
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
N/A
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
N/A
Rated Attorney, Lead Counsel
Work Experience
2006 - Present
President, Canlas Law Group, APLC
Associations
Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
Consumer Attorneys of California
California Applicants' Attorneys Association
California Employment Lawyers Association
Los Angeles County Bar Association
American Bar Association
Member
Education
2006
University of Miami School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
University of California - Los Angeles
Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Tagalog
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
I settled a Worker's Compensation case 4 months ago and still haven't been paid.
12 Apr 2011
Q&A
Does a partnership in california have to have workman's comp?
22 Mar 2011
Q&A
Should i sue a recruiter if he disclosed my resume sent to him to my current employer?
11 Mar 2011
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Employee Rights Regarding Misclassification as Exempt From Overtime
08 Mar 2011
Legal Guide
Employee Rights Regarding Improper Wage Deductions
05 Mar 2011
Legal Guide
The Illegality of Getting Paid Cash or "Under the Table" for Your Wages
05 Mar 2011