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

Free Consultation

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

48 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Trustworthiness

Posted by James | February 03, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lemon Law

Best Lawyer EVER!!

I contacted San Diego Lemon Law, PC after dealing with a motorhome that turned out to be a lemon. From the first call, they were knowledgeable, honest, and easy to work with. The process did take some time, but they kept me informed every step of the way and handled everything for me. In the end, the... outcome was absolutely worth it and brought huge relief. I’m very grateful for their persistence and professionalism and highly recommend San Diego Lemon Law, PC to anyone dealing with a lemon—especially a motorhome.

Douglas Sohn

Replied last February 19, 2026

Thanks, James! We were very happy to get this great result for you, and we really appreciate your taking the time to post this review!

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!

Posted by Michelle | February 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lemon Law

Best Lemon Law Attorney Experience

I had the pleasure of working with Doug Sohn and his company when I was filing my Lemon Law. I was anxious and hesitant about filing against a big car maker anyhow (had a Blind Spot Assist manufacturer issue), let alone just choosing anyone from the internet. What I loved about Doug was that he and h...is wonderful assistant Eivie spoke to me directly each time. I wasn't passed back and forth between multiple people like I had experienced when I first inquired with a much bigger LA firm. The personalized experience I received calmed me and didn't add on to the stress of life. Everything that Doug said he would do was done in a timely manner. My Documents were able to be uploaded seamlessly, and he gave me a very accurate estimate of what I would be receiving when the case closed. In fact, I received more than expected! Timelines were explained and although you cannot control the other party, my case closed in a very reasonable amount of time. About 3-6 months less than what the bigger LA firm had quoted me. I wholeheartedly recommend Doug to anyone who is considering filing a Lemon Law. You will be in very good hands!

Douglas Sohn

Replied last March 12, 2024

Thanks, Michelle! I'm really glad you were happy with the results.

Posted by Greg | September 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Don't waste your time interviewing another attorney

I spent the time to interview three different attorneys. When I found Doug I knew I had the right attorney. Who is honest and straightforward I knew exactly what I was going through. He explained me how this may go and he was 100% correct all the way through the process. I felt with two other atto...rneys they're all looking for the short quick fix on there and not on mine. I felt Doug handle it like it was a personal case to him. He took the time to review my case and make sure I would be protected all the way through the end. Like I said in the title don't waste your time dealing with another attorney Doug is the only one.

Posted by Amelia | August 26, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lemon Law

An Extremely Positive Experience

I contacted Doug Sohn regarding persistent problems I was having with my 2013 Ford Fiesta. I had purchased the vehicle new from a local dealership, and after about 2 months (or less) of owning the car, I began experiencing problems; lurching, grinding, and stalling to name a few. After multiple trips... to the dealership and an extensive search on the internet I realized many of these vehicles tend to have problems. It was about a year of constantly taking the car to the dealership for multiple repairs, as well as problems they were unable to fix. I then contacted corporate. They assured me they would help me, but unfortunately they did not follow through, I was told my car was operating within “normal performance.” I requested they buy back my car, which they refused. My last resort was to seek litigation, or lose about $6,000 of depreciation on my vehicle by trading it in, not to mention the time and stress involved in this experience. I have a friend who is a lawyer, and they encouraged me to pursue lemon law. I explained that I was concerned about the cost of hiring a lawyer, but lemon law works to protect the consumer and I did not have to pay anything for my case. Now that you know the backstory, on to Doug. Doug has very positive reviews on multiple sites such as Yelp and Avvo, and after meeting with him, I felt certain that I was making the right decision. He is kind, professional, and everything he told me about my case proved to be accurate. Within 6 months I won my lawsuit and was able to receive a full refund for my vehicle, with interest payments also reimbursed. He is a highly competent and experience lemon lawyer, with 30 + years working exclusively in lemon law. I am beyond pleased that I chose to pursue lemon law and chose him as the lawyer to represent my case. I highly recommend him. Even if you are not sure if your vehicle qualifies for lemon law, call him for consultation. He will be honest with you, and if you have a case, he will be sure to help you win!

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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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