Douglas Carl Sohn

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Douglas Carl Sohn

also known as San Diego Lemon Law

4.9
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 47 years

Lemon law Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Lemon Law, Litigation

16870 West Bernardo Drive,, Suite 400, San Diego, CA

Virtual Consultation Available

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About Douglas

Biography

"When Bad Cars Happen to Good People" . . . that's the time to see Doug Sohn, San Diego Lemon Lawyer

"When Bad Cars Happen to Good People". Specializing in Lemon Law, particularly Ford Fiesta, Focus.

More than 30 years' litigation experience, specializing in Lemon Law.

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Lemon Law 80%

I represent buyers of vehicles that turn out to be lemons. I make the manufacturer buy back the vehicle and pay my fees--my client pays nothing,

24 years

80%
Litigation 20%

48 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2024 2023
Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2012

Licenses

Licensed in California for 47 years

State: California

Acquired: 1978

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Sohn & Associates - Lemon Law

16870 West Bernardo Drive,, Suite 400, San Diego, CA, 92127

sandiegolemonlaw.com/

Online Presence

Other places you can find Douglas online.

Douglas Carl Sohn's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

50 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jessica Ramirez | January 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lemon Law

Doug and his TEAM ARE AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!

What was the problem that you had before you called our law firm? I had many issues with my Vehicle but most of all trying to get a call back from an attorney was the hardest thing. So many out of area attorneys not very helpful was the WORST!!!!! Why did you pick our law firm over all the ot...her lemon law firms? I picked SAN DIEGO LEMON LAW, PC because not only did they answer my call the first time but they were extremely knowledgeable, professional but most of all caring and compassionate to my situation. What did we do for you? SAN DIEGO LEMON LAW, PC helped be through my case, answered all my questions but most of all they did the right thing and got me what was owed to me. What was the outcome? Attorney Doug and his team won my case and did it with the upmost professionalism. How did this outcome affect you? I was able to purchase another vehicle, hopefully this one works…...

Posted by Harv | December 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lemon Law

Kia Bought Back My Sorento with Defective Engine Oil Burning Problem

I bought a factory-certified 2017 Kia Sorento in fall 2018 from a local dealer. In June 2023 at 55,000 miles, I first noticed a burnt oil smell when driving my car. The Kia developed an oil consumption problem and started burning 1-quart of oil internally each week, without any external visible tra...ce. I took my car to the Carlsbad Kia dealer, who performed all the service on it, and explained this latest problem. I brought it there several times through the end of 2023, hoping for resolution. While still under factory warrant, the dealer said there was little they could do for me. They advised me to drive the car until the engine died and gave me the phone number to report my problem to Kia America HQ. Likewise, Kia America pushed back and said I need to resolve it through the dealer. Feeling frustrated, I filed a complaint with the federal highway agency, NHTSA. In January 2024, a family member had problems with a new hybrid Jeep Wrangler he bought and enlisted help from San Diego Lemon Law attorney Doug Sohn. That family member encouraged me to contact Doug’s office to see if they could also help my case. In late January, I followed-up and filed an inquiry on the law firm’s website. One week later, they contacted me to set up an initial background call with attorney Doug Sohn. I explained the whole problem to Doug who said he’d research this problem with other Kia owners and report back to me if he felt we had a valid case. In February, Doug contacted me after his research, he felt I had a valid claim and agreed to take my case. We held a brief follow-up call to review how their firm proceeds on these cases, how valuation of my vehicle and their compensation works, and sent me forms to sign. His staff asked me to submit several documents about my purchase of the car, title, service receipts, etc. Two weeks later, Doug provided me with initial draft of his letter to Kia America, outlining my case as supported by his research of this oil problem with Kia and Hyundai vehicles. His letter requested that they buy back my car, based on my damaged engine and unreliability of the frequent need for oil. In April, my relative settled his claim with Jeep through Doug’s help and received full reimbursement for his problematic new vehicle. In May, we received Kia’s acceptance of Doug’s proposal to buy back my Kia Sorento. I was overjoyed, with a great sense of relief on that news. The law firm warned me that Kia is not the fastest to resolve these cases and said it would take about 120 days to be completed. As I drove the car for another four months, I kept replenishing oil into the engine every 1 to 2 weeks based on my driving. The car was becoming more unreliable, and it actually blew a cylinder during my last month of ownership. By October, Kia finally arranged a date for me turn-in my car at the local Kia dealer, working with a 3rd party firm who handles these arrangements for Kia America. In early November, the law firm received payment from Kia, and Doug sent my check for agreed settlement amount. Overall, I was extremely pleased with the law firm’s detailed follow-through and steady communication. The staff kept me informed regularly on the progress of my claim. If you have a ‘lemon’ problem with your vehicle, I highly recommend contacting San Diego Lemon Law Attorney. Doug Sohn has decades of experience dealing with auto makers on their defective vehicles, and he’ll fight on your behalf to make it right for you! You’ll lay out No Funds for their service, as they are reimbursed by the auto manufacturers. Client: Harv J., Oceanside CA

Posted by Wendy | September 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Can't Say Enough Good!!

When I first reached out to Doug, I was frantic, as I had already wasted time getting bad advice from another firm. Doug and his team understood my urgency and responded in kind. They have been patient with me, clear with what to expect and aggressive with my case. They set me on the right track ...as far as what I should expect and explained the whole process. Once the paperwork and info were completed, they completely took over. I never had to do anything but wait to hear from them. The office staff was also very professional and kind (big thanks to Eivie for always following up when I lagged!!). These people are the real deal and the kind of people you need to guide you through this process! Thank you Doug & team!!

Douglas Sohn

Replied last September 07, 2024

Wendy, thanks for the review! We're really glad we were able to get such a great result for you!

Posted by Kyle | July 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lemon Law

Highly Recommend

Purchased a new car about a year ago and was getting frustrated with always having to take it into service. Eventually, one of my family members referred me to San Diego Lemon Law. I explained my situation to attorney Doug and he assured me that we would be able to get my car bought back by the deale...rship. Attorney Doug was committed to helping me every step of the way. His professionalism, knowledge, and experience were evident from day 1 and instilled great confidence within me that I had made the right choice. Him and his team were great at following up and keeping me informed on the status of the case, and I couldn’t be happier with the resolution. I highly recommend giving San Diego Lemon Law a call.

Posted by anonymous | March 06, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lemon Law

Satisfied Client

Shortly after we bought our new RV we began to experience issues we thought could be repaired. After several attempts to have the situations rectified, we had concerns over some of the issues that were not adequately addressed. We selected Doug and his team at San Diego Lemon Law from a list of a...ttorneys that handle lemon law cases. He quickly responded and after evaluating our case he thought we had a valid case and agreed to work on our case. Everything that Doug said he would do was done in a timely manner. It was a seamless process to provide the documents he needed and we were able to be uploaded them online. Doug and his team were able to provide us with three separate solutions and after we selected our desired solution, they quickly went to work to get the case resolved. After we received an offer that was not what we expected, Doug went back to the table to renegotiate to make sure we received what we saw as a fair offer. In our opinion after working with Doug he has a lot of experience and knowledge in what is needed to win a Lemon Law case. We are very pleased with the services of his law firm. Thank you Doug, and the team at San Diego Lemon Law, for providing such trustworthy and efficient services. We would not hesitate to recommend your services to others in need.

Douglas Sohn

Replied last March 12, 2024

I am very pleased we were able to get such a great result for you!

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Douglas Carl Sohn's Lawyer Endorsements

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Elisabeth Epel

Lemon law lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Doug Sohn. Excellent lemon law attorney."

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Scott Kaufman

Lemon law lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Doug is not only a fine attorney he is a fine human being. He's been handling lemon law matters since before I entered law school and he's the best of the best. You could not go wrong choosing his firm."

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James Rudolph

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Doug is the best if he accepts your case ( usually free of charge) he will get you stasfaction on your lemon auto"

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James Johnson

Lemon law lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Doug is a highly qualified lemon law attorney in San Diego. I endorse him."

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Hosep Yepremian

Unknown lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Isaac Kohen

Lemon law lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Louis Liberty

Lemon law lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Sohn is uniquely qualified in the area of automobile sales / condition / finance and will work efficiently and diligently to resolve your case."

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Ronald Burdge

Lemon law lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Sohn has the knowledge and experience needed to successfully take on car companies over lemon vehicles and the dealers who sell them. His answers to consumer questions on Avvo show that he clearly knows the lemon law and how to use it to get his client the best result possible in the quickest time possible. He's good. He's very good. If his office is anywhere near you, and you have a lemon vehicle, I recommend him to you."

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Steven Kuhn

Lemon law lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Doug is highly intelligent, hard working, and gets great results for his clients. If I have a Lemon Law case, I refer it to Doug."

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Jemal Yarbrough

Lemon law lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Over the years I have litigated against Mr. Sohn in several lemon law matters and found him to be a worthy opponent. He was knowledgeable about the law and enthusiastically fought for the rights of his clients. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a seasoned lemon law attorney in the San Diego area."

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Attorney, Sohn and Associates

1978 - Present

Attorney, Douglas C. Sohn, Attorney at Law

Associations

San Diego County Bar Association

Member

Education

1978

Western State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1972

United States International University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2013

San Diego ADR Study Group

Mediating a Consumer Case

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

Douglas earned significant contribution points in 2012.

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