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Reza Torkzadeh is a nationally recognized plaintiff’s trial attorney who has dedicated his professional career to the pursuit of justice by exclusively representing victims in personal injury and wrongful death cases. Reza has handled numerous high-profile cases in both state and federal courts, and has served in leadership roles in litigation at the national level. He has been featured for legal commentary by the Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Daily News, Los Angeles Daily Journal, San Francisco Daily Journal, New York Daily News, Metro News, Christian Science Monitor, KUSI TV, and many other news outlets and publications.
Through Reza’s leadership, vision and passion for representing the people, TorkLaw has established offices nationwide, in cities throughout California, Arizona, Georgia, Illinois, Nevada, Texas, Washington State, and Washington, D.C.
Reza has successfully represented thousands of clients and after more than a decade of practicing law, “Representing the People” continues to be the core foundation and guiding principle of his practice and the firm.
Reza is a frequently invited guest speaker and has lectured across the country on the practice of law and the civil justice system. He is a proud Honorary Board Member of the Los Angeles Trial Lawyers Charity, an active member of the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles, and President’s Club Member of the Consumer Attorneys of California.
Reza is the co-author of the book, Accidents Happen: A Consumer’s Guide to the Personal Injury and Wrongful Death System, which is now it its second edition and continues to receive wide acclaim and endorsement from the legal community.
Following a $12,000,000.00 judgment in a 2012 wrongful death case, Reza was invited to lifetime membership in the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, a distinction held by less than 1% of all attorneys.
In 2014, Reza was nominated as Trial Lawyer of the Year by Consumer Attorneys of California. In that same year, Reza represented a catastrophically injured pedestrian, which resulted in a jury verdict in the amount of $26,255,367.84 in Orange County, California.
In 2015, Reza was on the leadership team that successfully litigated an FDA recalled medical device resulting in a $14,250,000.00 settlement.
In 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019, Reza has been named to Woodward White’s Best Lawyers list; a recognition of excellence by one of the oldest and most well-respected peer review publications in the legal profession.
Similarly, Reza is recognized as a SuperLawyer by Thomson Reuters, a recognition he earned in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019. A SuperLawyer classification is reserved for the top 5% of attorneys in the Country.
In 2018 and 2019, Reza was listed on the Top 100 National Trial Lawyers and Top 25 Motor Vehicle Trial Lawyers list. Also in 2018 and 2019, Reza was recognized on the America’s Top 100 High Stakes Litigators list.
Reza has obtained more than $100,000,000.00 in judgements, verdicts and settlements on behalf of injured victims and their families. His cases have not only changed corporate behavior and forced governments to take action, but they have also brought about real change towards increasing the safety of our communities. These cases represent complex high-stakes litigation against some of the largest and most powerful corporations and entities in the world.
From defective cars, tires, airbags, medical devices and drugs to motor vehicle accidents, dangerous premises and poorly designed roadways that create dangerous conditions, Reza has dedicated himself and the firm to leveling the playing field on behalf of the clients he represents against billion dollar corporations and the powerful.
Practice areas
Representing victims and families of all types of injuries resulting from car accidents in Los Angeles, auto accidents, car crashes and fatal car accidents throughout California
17 years, 500 cases
Motorcycle accident lawyer helping clients throughout California who have been injured in motorcycle accidents.
17 years, 100 cases
Los Angeles personal injury lawyers representing victims of all types of personal injury cases.
17 years, 500 cases
Languages spoken
Farsi, English, Spanish
TorkLaw
18650 MacArthur Blvd
Suite 300
Irvine, CA, 92612
TorkLaw
811 Wilshire Blvd.
Suite 1700
Los Angeles, CA, 90017
TorkLaw
18175 Limonite Ave
Ste A
Riverside, CA, 92509
TorkLaw
1 Sansome Street
35th Floor
San Francisco, CA, 94104
TorkLaw
836 57th St
Suite 455
Sacramento, CA, 95819
TorkLaw
473 E. Carnegie Drive
Ste 200
San Bernardino, CA, 92408
TorkLaw
1455 Frazee Road
Ste 500
San Diego, CA, 92108
TorkLaw
321 N Clark St.
Ste 500
Chicago, IL, 60654
TorkLaw
1717 McKinney Ave
Suite 1700
Dallas, TX, 75202
TorkLaw
600 1st Avenue
Seattle, WA, 98104
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 2017 | 05/28/2022 |
CA | Active | 2007 | 06/18/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Best Lawyer | Best Lawyers | 2020 |
Super Lawyer | SuperLawyers | 2020 |
Top 100 Verdicts | Verdict Search | 2020 |
Best Lawyers in America | Best Lawyers in America | 2020 |
Super Lawyer | SuperLawyers | 2019 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2018 |
Best Lawyer | Best Lawyers | 2015 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2015 |
Top 40 Under 40 | National Trial Lawyers | 2015 |
Top 100 Verdicts | Verdict Search | 2015 |
Best Lawyer | Best Lawyers in America | 2015 |
Super Lawyer | SuperLawyers | 2014 |
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate | Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2014 |
Top 40 Under 40 | National Trial Lawyers | 2014 |
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40 | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2014 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2013 |
Top 40 Under 40 | National Trial Lawyers | 2013 |
Top 40 under 40 | National Trial Lawyers Association | 2012 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2012 |
Invited Member | Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2012 |
Invited Member | Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2012 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2011 |
Super Lawyers Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2010 |
Pro Bono Honors Program | Thomas Jefferson School of Law | 2005 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | The Torkzadeh Law Firm | 2007 - Present |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2008 - Present |
National Safety Council | Member | 2008 - Present |
American Association for Justice | Member | 2008 - Present |
Orange County Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2008 - Present |
Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles | Member | 2007 - Present |
American Association for Justice | Member | 2007 - Present |
American Association for Justice, Attorneys Information Exchange Group, Inc. Litigation Group | Member | 2007 - Present |
Consumer Attorneys of San Diego | Member | 2007 - Present |
People Over Profits | Member | 2007 - Present |
Consumer Attorney Association | Member | 2007 - Present |
Los Angeles County Bar Association | Member | 2007 - Present |
State Bar of California | Member | 2007 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2007 - Present |
Public Justice Foundation | Member | 2007 - Present |
Consumer Attorneys of California | Member | 2007 - Present |
Lincoln Club | Member | 2002 - Present |
Century Club of San Diego | Chairman | 2002 - Present |
LEAD San Diego | Member | 2005 - 2005 |
San Diego Youth & Community Services | Board of Directors | 2004 - 2005 |
Flying Samaritans | Member | 1999 - 2002 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC) Forum Magazine | Maximizing Emotional Damages | 2011 |
Pigeon Lake Publishing | Accidents Happen: A Consumers' Guide to the California Personal Injury & Wrongful Death System | 2010 |
Daily Journal | The Case Against "Tort Reform" | 2010 |
San Francisco Daily Journal | The Case Against "Tort Reform" | 2010 |
Daily Journal | Mass Transit: What Happens Between Injury and Lawsuit? | 2010 |
Los Angeles Daily News | Iran's People Stand Up for Democracy | 2009 |
American Chronicle | Motorcycle and Bike Laws in Los Angeles California | 2008 |
American Chronicle | Motorcycle Accident Injuries and Legal Implications in California | 2008 |
The National Law Journal | Early Political Leanings | 2004 |
Los Angeles Times; Editorial | Iran’s Election Boycott Casts a Vote for Reform | 2004 |
FrontPage Magazine | Bring Justice to Iran | 2004 |
Law Encorcement Quarterly | There's a New Chief in Town | 2004 |
San Francisco Daily Journal | World Must Support Democracy | 2003 |
Los Angeles Daily Journal | The World Must Support People Of Iran | 2003 |
New York Sun | The Power of Iran's People | 2003 |
Daily Journal | Support for Democracy | 2003 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Thomas Jefferson School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2006 |
University of California - Irvine | undergraduate | 2002 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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iTAP | Trial Advocacy | 2010 |
Dialogues on Freedom | Freedom post 9-11 | 2009 |
Dialogues on Freedom | Freedom of Speech, Assembly and Equality | 2008 |
Interview with Local Addition | California Fires and Homeowner's Insurance Policy | 2007 |
United States Congress | Future of Democracy in Iran | 2003 |
Yale Club of New York City | Democratic Movement in Iran | 2003 |
National Press Club | Democratic Movements in Developing Nations | 2003 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Doe v. Doe - Slip & Fall | Six Figure Settlement |
Doe v. Doe - Motorcycle Accident | Settlement: Six Figures |
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Okorie Okorocha, Motorcycle accident Attorney on Nov 9, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Torkzadeh is a fearless litigator that can take down any defense firm any day of the week. If you are injured and need help, he is the "goto" lawyer.
Allen Wilkinson, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 9, 2009
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer's work. Reza is a bright young lawyer with a zeal to providing his clients with the highest service possible. He is a dedicated, hard-working, highly ethical, knowledgeable lawyer. I have been a lawyer for 30 years (currently on inactive status as I limit my work to writing and consulting, and started my career with the legendary San Francisco lawyer Melvin Belli, the "King of Torts.") Reza is bright, imaginative, not afraid to take on the hard cases, and is a joy to work with. I have no problem with referring potential clients to him, even though I know some of the top lawyers in the State of California. Reza is enthusiastic and conscientious and even though he has been in practice only several years, he has an uncanny knowledge of the tort and personal injury system, dealing with insurance companies and defense lawyers. I think big things are in store for Reza and am pleased and proud to write this endorsement of him.
Patricia Rodriguez, Car accident Attorney on Mar 2, 2022
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Reza is focused, works hard, and gets results!
Shakti Vadgama, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 22, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
As a young attorney, it was critical for me to find an experienced, effective and trustworthy attorney to look up to and learn from. I had the pleasure of working with Reza when I first began my career and can confidently say that he is the perfect blend an experienced, effective and trustworthy attorney. His dedication towards his clients and his skills as an advocate are unparalleled. I refer all personal injury cases to him and his firm because I know for certain that the individuals I refer will be receiving the best possible representation. Reza and his firm represent the highest standard of legal representation. I strongly endorse Reza and his firm.
Michael Cardoza, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 15, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Almost nobody is more enthusiastic about a court fight than Reza Torkzadeh. He loves it! He makes defendants and insurance companies cringe because he has all day to take them apart in front of a jury. I endorse this lawyer!
Artin Gharibian, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 29, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Reza is truly one of the most skilled attorneys that I know. His experience in handling complex personal injury and wrongful death cases is second to none. I strongly endorse him.
Sean Cleary, Car accident Attorney on Jun 10, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community.
Marie-Jacques Ambroise, Unknown Attorney on Jun 7, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Torkzadeh is generous enough to share his legal knowledge on sites like Avvo. Apart from being kind, he is also a passionate, intelligent, and skilled attorney. I endorse this lawyer.
John O'Brien, Car accident Attorney on May 28, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible.
Michael Waddington, Personal injury Attorney on May 25, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Reza. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Morvarid Ahmadi, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 13, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Mr. Torkzadeh is the epitome of class and civility in our profession. His knowledge of personal injury law is extensive and impressive. If I am ever stumped on a matter I always consult Mr. Torkzadeh. I highly endorse this lawyer.
Roobina Arshakian, Unknown Attorney on May 28, 2013
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Nicole Lari-Joni, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 25, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I highly recommend this lawyer. Reza is a wonderful human being, ethical attorney, and utterly devoted to his work and clients. He works hard on his clients' behalf and truly empathizes with their plights. He definitely goes that extra mile to help out and he has the skill to get his clients what they truly deserve.
Ramin Raiszadeh, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 18, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Reza is one of the hardest working, honest and most passionate attorneys I know. He strives for excellence in every aspect of his work and treats his clients cases the way he would his family. There is nothing more important to him that seeking a just result for his clients and making sure that they are fairly compensated for their losses. I fully endorse Reza.
Steven Sweat, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 2, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Seyed Kazerounian, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 24, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Torkzadeh is a very well known in his area and one of the best PI and dog bite attorneys out there. He has got some tremendous results for his clients. I endorse him all the way.
Seyed Kazerouni, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 22, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Mr. Torkzadeh. Mr. Torkzadeh is an aggressive lawyer who fights for his clients to ensure that they will be rightfully compensated. He plays out all his hands and does not believe in taking short cuts. When in need of a personal injury attorney, I personally recommend having Mr.Torkzadeh by your side.
Torsten Bassell, Litigation Attorney on May 31, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Over the last few years, I have had the unique opportunity to become acquainted with Mr. Torkzadeh. Since I met him, I have found that there are few lawyers that work as hard as he does on behalf of their clients. Moreover, Mr. Torkzadeh is always a consummate professional and his success rate is second to none. In my estimation, Mr. Torkzadeh is one of the highest caliber lawyers that I know. I cannot recommend him highly enough. Clients should consider themselves lucky to have him as their attorney.
Mohammad Kazerouni, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 11, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Reza is an extremely talented attorney and an impressive advocate for his clients.
Michael Ehline, Car accident Attorney on Jun 29, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work. Reza knows what he is doing and is a highly technical and skilled individual. His entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering feats separate him from the pack. I would hire him any day! I give him a perfect AVVO 10.
David Lovik, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 2, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work. If you have been injured in Southern California, you don't need to look any further than Reza.
Rustin Polk, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 10, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Reza is a very smart lawyer who clearly does a great job on his clients' cases. I endorse this lawyer's work.