Dean Kelly Stairs

Dean Kelly Stairs

5.0
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 20 years

Debt collection Lawyer at La Jolla, CA
Practice Areas: Debt Collection, Consumer Protection, Debt Settlement ... +3 more

888 Prospect Street, Suite 200, La Jolla, CA

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 20 years

State: California

Acquired: 2006

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No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Dean Stairs

888 Prospect Street, Suite 200, La Jolla, CA, 92037

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Dean Kelly Stairs's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

51 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by anonymous | July 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Wonderful Lawyer

We can’t recommend Dean Stairs highly enough. After my husband was involved in a car accident that resulted in the total loss of our vehicle, we faced an uphill battle—especially when the other party’s insurance refused to cover critical tow yard fees. In our search for the best legal support, Dean S...tairs name came up repeatedly, and it's easy to see why. His calm guidance, deep expertise, and unwavering professionalism carried us through every step of the process. He made a complicated situation feel manageable and always made us feel supported. Thanks to his skill and dedication, our final outcome exceeded expectations. Dean Stairs is not only brilliant and honorable, but truly a blessing to work with. We are deeply grateful to have had him by our side.

Posted by Elaine | May 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Professional, Perseveres, Impeccable

Kelly Stairs,JD is an excellent, resilient attorney in perseverance with his clients. Mr. Stairs' dedication, attentiveness, professionalism are unrivaled; highly recommended in adherence in resolve with his clients and future client base.

Posted by Candice | March 09, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Above and Beyond

I'm wholly satisfied in working with Dean on a Small Claims issue. He is an excellent communicator, proactive and thoughtful. In the end we settled our claim and walked away satisfied with the outcome. Happy to recommend Dean moving forward!

Posted by Melanie | April 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Thankful to have him on my side!

I hired Attny Kelly Stairs for an issue I was having when a plumber’s negligence caused a sewage spill underneath my home. Having never been in such a situation I wanted to make sure I didn’t make any missteps in the way I handled things. Kelly was courteous, his advice was valuable and fair and ulti...mately I was able to be fully reimbursed by the plumber for all damages with just a demand letter and without going to small claims. Even though Kelly works from out of town resolution was swift. He is quick to respond to texts and calls, and quick in drafting things like a demand letter and settlement statement. I 100% recommend him.

Posted by Amy | April 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Very knowledgeable

Mr. Stairs is a very friendly helpful but most importantly knowledgeable attorney. I have used his services several times and will again in the future.

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Daniel Shay

Litigation lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Stairs and I are/were office neighbors in the Hyundai Building in Mission Valley. We worked together on a few bankruptcy matters and I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Education

2005

Thomas Jefferson School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

Washington State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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