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Lisa S. Kantor
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Kantor & Kantor has developed a specialized legal practice representing clients whose claims for treatment of eating disorders, and dual diagnosis (substance abuse and other co-morbid conditions) have been unfairly denied by their health insurers or benefit plan. Kantor & Kantor's aggressive approach to litigation and legislation has brought justice for clients who have found themselves fighting for their insurance benefits when benefits were wrongfully denied.
Kantor & Kantor (K&K) represents an increasing number of individuals suffering from life-threatening eating disorders and dual diagnosis conditions, whose health plans refuse to pay for required treatment on the grounds that such life-saving treatment is "not medically necessary," only necessary at a lower level of care, or is limited by plan terms.
Dealing with, and seeking treatment for eating disorders can be emotionally and financially devastating. When your health insurance company gives you a hard time, or when it denies payment for benefits, matters only go from bad to worse. We can help!
Our advocacy in the area of eating disorders has changed California law regarding the way insurers pay benefits for eating disorder care.
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Licensed in California for 42 years
State: California
Acquired: 1983
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Kantor & Kantor Llp
19839 Nordhoff Street, Northridge, CA, 91324
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Posted by Christine | January 06, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Thoughtful, thorough, and genuinely client-centered representation
I worked with Lisa Kantor along with attorney Ken Gertz on a legal matter that required patience, clarity, and persistence. Both were excellent on all fronts. But because this is a review of Kantor & Kantor, I'll talk about working with her. Lisa took the time to listen carefully, she understood ...
Lisa S. Kantor's Lawyer Endorsements
"Lisa Kantor is my Mother (and supervisor). I endorse her as thoroughly as I can possibly endorse another attorney. She is literally the smartest human being I've ever met, and you will not find another lawyer who fights harder on your behalf. If I'm come anywhere close to being the advocate that she is after practicing for a few decades, I'll consider my career and overwhelming success."
Andrew Kantor
Employee benefits lawyer
Experience
Honors
2023
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2023
SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers
2022
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2022
SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers
2021
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2021
SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers
2020
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2020
SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers
2019
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Top 50 Women Lawyers, Los Angeles Daily Journal
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Special Recognition, International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals Foundation
2012
Women of Distinction, California Women Lawyers
2012
Lawyer of the Year, San Francisco Recorder
2010
Women of Distinction, California Women Lawyers
2009
Top Women Lawyers, Los Angeles Daily Journal
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Partner, Kantor & Kantor
1995 - 1997
Senior Judicial Attorney, Court Of Appeals, Second Appellate District
Associations
2002 - Present
Supreme Court of CaliforniaAdmitted to Practice
1983 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Eating Disorder Coalition for Research, Policy and Action
Member, Board of Directors
International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals
Member, Board of Directors
MentorConnect
Board Member
United States Supreme Court
Admitted
Sample of Legal Cases
Harlick v. Blue Shield
Judgment for Plaintiff
Burton v. Blue Shield of California
Judgment for Plaintiff
Shepard v. United HealthCare
Judgment for Plaintiff
Jacobs v. Kaiser Foundation Health Plan
Judgment for Plaintiff
Shane v. Albertons, Inc.
Judgment for Plaintiff
Thompkins v. BC Life & Health Insurance Co.
Judgment for Plaintiff
Education
1983
University of Virginia School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
Union College (Schenectady, NY)
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1980
Union College (Schenectady, NY)
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
The 22nd Annual Renfrew Center Foundation
What Professionals need to Know: Understanding the Affordable Care Act, Mental Health Parity and Insurance Appeals
2012
iaedp Symposium
Mental Health Parity: What Does it Really Mean?
2012
Eating Disorder Recovery Support Conference
The Time is NOW: Latest Strategies by Insurance Companies to Deny Eating Disorder Care and What We Can Do About It
2012
Binge Eating Disorder Association National Conference
Lessons Learned in Seeking Insurance Coverage for Anorexia and Bulimia: How to Prepare for Binge Eating Disorders Inclusion in DSM-5
2012
12th Annual Symposium for the Prevention and Treatment of Eating Disorders
Working With Insurance Companies to Obtain Coverage
2011
National Eating Disorders Association Conference
Working With Insurance Companies for Care: Guidelines for Providers and Families
2011
12th Annual Neuroscience of Brain Injury Conference
Insurance Coverage for Traumatic Brain Injuries: What Medical Professionals Should Know
Publications
2023
Kantor & Kantor
Homeowners Insurance Guidebook: Wildfires
2023
Kantor & Kantor
COVID-19 Insurance Denial Guidebook
Languages
English
Spanish