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Biography
As the founder of the Kohn Law Office, Attorney Kohn has limited his practice to representing injured victims in car accidents, wrongful death, and premises liability matters since 1987. Mr. Kohn is a lawyer for people and does not represent businesses, corporations, or insurance companies.
He enjoys the personal and professional satisfaction that comes from helping injured people obtain full and fair compensation. He is a lawyer who empathizes with these clients and takes the time to understand the unique effects of the injuries to the specific lifestyle of each client.
As an attorney for people, Mr. Kohn is attentive and responsive to his clients. Each client's case is personally handled by him, rather than by paralegals or office staff. He believes that a successful resolution of a case is only achieved if the client is satisfied with the result. He also believes that a satisfied client is one who is fully informed about the applicable law, facts, and available options. For this reason, Mr. Kohn is always accessible to his clients by phone and office visits. He is trustworthy, experienced, and aggressive.
No Recovery, No Fee! Get The Compensation You Deserve For Your Injuries!
No Recovery No Fee! Get The Compensation You Deserve For Your Injuries!
No Recovery No Fee! Get The Compensation You Deserve For Your Injuries!
No Recovery No Fee! Get The Compensation You Deserve For Your Injuries!
No Recovery No Fee! Get The Compensation You Deserve For Your Injuries!
No Recovery No Fee! Get The Compensation You Deserve For Your Injuries!
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Car Accident
40%
Animal and Dog Bites
30%
Defective and Dangerous Products
10%
Personal Injury
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
25%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in California for 40 years
State: California
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Licensed in Arizona for 41 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Location
Kohn Law Office
(760) 721-5919
Fax
2170 S. El Camino Real Suite 201, Oceanside, CA, 92054-6203
kohnlawoffice.com/Gallery
Online Presence
Other places you can find Russell online.
Russell Steven Kohn's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 10 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Nancy | September 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Car Accident Resolution
I hired Russell Kohn about a year following a car accident in which my thumb was fractured. I was concerned about a fair compensation for my injuries. Suzanne Skolnick assisted me in seeing an orthopedic doctor for continuing discomfort with my thumb. They were efficient and professional and were ab...
Posted by Paul | April 4, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Quick and Knowledgeable
Russell was a great attorney. Working very quickly and swiftly to get my case settled. Russell clearly has a lot of experience, and he made sure I was informed throughout the process and I felt like I was in great hands the entire time. I would definitely recommend him.
Posted by Suzanne | March 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Russell Kohn got me a great settlement
Although I am an attorney myself, when I suffered an injury I hired attorney Russell Kohn to help me. He got me a great settlement on the case and kept me well informed along the way. I would highly recommend him!
Posted by John | March 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Exceptional Lawyer
Attorney Kohn is an exceptional and meticulous professional who methodically processed my claim and garnered the greatest possible award without going to court...I appreciate his matter of fact approach to the legal process, I recommend him highly!
Posted by Norman | August 30, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great attorney
After a nasty rear end collision I contacted Russell "without recommendation" from an add on a yellow pages phone app. Russell is a fantastic attorney and works with the best physicians who care about your health and recovery. Russell leaves no stone unturned when it comes to right and fair, he will ...
Russell Steven Kohn's Lawyer Endorsements
"Russell is an example what a great lawyer should be. Experienced, knowledgeable and effective."
"Russ is a straight shooter. I have witnessed him in trial and worked with him on cases. Russ works hard to get the best recovery for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Kohn's reputation precedes him, however I have come to know him in the past year as a detail oriented, intelligent litigator. He cares about other people and will analyze your case from every angle to try to get the best results."
"Russell Kohn's years of experience and professionalism make him a leader in the legal community. In addition to his own successful practice, he serves as an attorney mentor through the North County Bar Association. Simply put, he is the attorney that other attorneys turn to for advice and guidance (myself included). Russell is intelligence, hard-working, and ethical which is why I give him my highest endorsement."
"Mr.Kohn is a highly skilled lawyer well respected within the legal community. I had the chance to work with him on a case. He is hardworking and dedicated to his clients. I strongly endorse him."
"I endorse Russell. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I have known Russ for several years and highly recommend his skills and professionalism in personal injury cases."
"Russ is a great lawyer. He is well known in the legal community and respected."
Wm. Halsey
Unknown lawyer
Nichole Dominguez
Personal injury lawyer
David Daftary
Real estate lawyer
Suzanne Skolnick
Personal injury lawyer
Deborah Bayus
Divorce and separation lawyer
Jeffrey Lacy
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2018
Top Lawyers of San Diego, San Diego Magazine
2018
AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
1994 - Present
Attorney Owner, Kohn Law Office
Associations
State Bar of California
Member
State Bar of Arizona
Member
Consumer Attorneys of California
Member
Consumer Attorneys of San Diego
Member
San Diego County Bar Association
Member
San Diego North County Bar Association
Member
2006 - 2008
San Diego County Bar AssociationDirector
2004 - 2004
San Diego North County Bar AssociationPresident
2001 - 2003
San Diego North County Bar AssociationDirector
1996 - 1998
San Diego North County Bar AssociationChairman
Sample of Legal Cases
$1,000,000 for Army Captain in Rear-End Collision
$1,000,000 settlement
$1,070,000 for Passengers in Car Crash
$1,070,000
$93,000 recovered for bicyclist
$93,000
$1,000,000 for wrongful death of brother
$1,000,000
$520,000 Net Underinsured Motorist Arbitration Award.
$520,000 Arbitration Award
Slip and Fall Causing Fractured Ankle
$195,000 Settlement
Dog Bite of 5 Year Old Girl
$100,000 Settlement
Trip and Fall with Fractured Collarbone
$311,900 Verdict
Auto Accident- $840,000.00
Settlement for $840,000
Collision requiring neck surgery
$1 Million
Education
1984
University of Arizona
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
University of Arizona
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2022
Live Online Seminar
"California Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Law - Made Simple"
2014
Personal Injury Section Meeting
“An Introduction and Roundtable Regarding Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Arbitration”
2012
North County Bar Association Personal Injury Section
Recovery of Attorney Fees on Personal Injury Cases
2010
Personal Injury Section
“Statutory Attorney Fees in Personal Injury Cases”
2003
NBI Personal Injury Seminar
How to Win a Soft Tissue Injury Trial
Publications
2013
North County Lawyer Magazine
Injuries to Children in California
2012
North County Lawyer Magazine
California Dog Bite Law
2009
The Advocate, journal of the Consumer Attorney Associations of Southern California
"Damages: Obtaining Prejudgment Interest on Economic Damages in a Personal Injury Case”
2009
North County Lawyer Magazine
Justice For The Fallen - Sidestepping The Trivial Defect Rule
2004
North County Lawyer
Many articles on personal injury for North County Bar Association (NCBA)
1993
Trial Bar News, publication of the Consumer Attorneys of San Diego (formerly San Diego Trial Lawyers)
“Proposition 51 Does Not Affect Vicarious Liability”
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Am I responsible for the vet bills of a cat my dog killed?
06 Sep 2025
Q&A
Hello if I was being chased by a dog on a motel property and impaled myself hopping an iron rod fence to avoid attack can I sue
01 Aug 2024
Q&A
How do I obtain info regarding personal injury, animal & dog bite settlement when I was a minor?
27 Jul 2024