I have handled over 6,000 personal injury claims with a 95% success rate over the last 32 years. We are large enough to have the resources to fight billion dollar insurance companies but small enough to give clients the personal attention they would not get with the Television advertisers who handle claims as if they are herding cattle, never allowing the client to speak to a live attorney. Please go to our website at russellandlazarus.com to view real client testimonials as to the level of service and results we consistently obtain on behalf of of our clients.
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39 years
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Languages spoken
French, Spanish
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 1984 | 02/07/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Top Rated Personal Injury Attorney in Newport Beach, CA | Super Lawyers | 2016 |
Elite Trial Lawyers | National Law Journal | 2015 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2015 |
OC Top 10 Personal Injury Lawyer | OC Register Metro Magazine | 2014 |
10/10 | AVVO | 2014 |
OC Top 10 Personal Injury Lawyer | OC Register Metro Magazine | 2013 |
Procurred multi million dollar settlements | Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2012 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Managing Partner | Russell & Lazarus, APC | 1984 - Present |
Principal Attorney | Satin & Russell | 1984 - 1998 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Better Business Bureau | Associate Member | 2012 - Present |
Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles | Board of Governors | 2012 - Present |
Orange County Trial Lawyers Association | Associate Member | 1998 - Present |
American Trial Lawyers Association chapter | Associate Member | 1992 - Present |
Consumer Attorneys of California | Associate Member | 1992 - Present |
Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles | Associate Member | 1990 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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JD Supra | Medical Malpractice- The Dirty Little Secret | 2013 |
JD Supra | Just a Bunch of Ambulance Chasers | 2013 |
JD Supra | Protecting Yourself with Adequate Auto Insurance | 2013 |
JD Supra | Lapsed Auto Insurance and Prop 213 | 2013 |
Level the Playing Field Publications | How Smart People Do Dumb Things to Detroy Their Personal Injury Claims | 2012 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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California Western SOL | JD - Juris Doctor | 1984 |
California State University, Long Beach | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1981 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Bad Faith Insurance Practices | Proposition 103 | 2012 |
Know your rights | Had to handle your insurance claim | 2008 |
Career Day | What it takes to become a lawyer | 2004 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Evans vs. Regan | $16,162,429 |
Hawkins vs. City of Anaheim | $7,200,000 |
Please go to russellandlazarus.com for all other results. | $0 |
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Brandon Simon, Unknown Attorney on Oct 29, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Waddington, Personal injury Attorney on May 30, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Christopher. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Brandon Simon, Unknown Attorney on Oct 29, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Waddington, Personal injury Attorney on May 30, 2014
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I endorse Christopher. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Fenja Klaus, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 22, 2013
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
Chris has built a great law firm and I am so thrilled to be a part of the Russell & Lazarus team!
Darren Aitken, Unknown Attorney on Jul 15, 2013
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Chris is a great advocate for his client. I endorse this lawyer.
S ElDabe, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 5, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Very knowledgeable!
Atticus Wegman, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 23, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.
Christian Lassen, Unknown Attorney on Mar 13, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
Barry Goldberg, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 8, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I am pleased to endorse Mr. Russell as an experienced and knowledgeable personal injury trial attorney. In particular, I have been following his written blogs and media. It is more than clear that Mr. Russell has a superior grasp of the important issues which affect injury victims on a regular basis. He has a solid understanding of insurance law which separates him from the majority of other personal injury lawyers practicing in his geographic area. I will not hesitate to refer my Orange County clients to him because I know that they would receive superior legal services.
Albert Crosner, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 24, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Russell's contributions on Avvo.com in response to community questions has been superb. Six months ago, he answered a very speciffic question dealing with subpoena of medical records in a very professional and knowledgeable manner. I endorse this lawyer.
Paul Lee, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 19, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly endorse this lawyer. Chris is a responsible and intelligent person when it comes to the law. With roughly 30yrs of experience, he always has the best interest of his clients in mind. His aggressiveness is admirable and his commitment to justice is top notch. If I need a second pair of eyes on a personal injury matter, Chris would be one of the first people I call.
Thomas Philbrick, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 18, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I've had the pleasure of working together with Chris Russell on several personal injury litigation matters. To say that Mr. Russell is experienced in the field is an understatement. I've been nothing but impressed with his depth of knowledge and his ability to develop creative solutions to complex legal questions all while keeping the interests of the client at the forefront. If you happen to have had the misfortune of being injured due to the negligence of others, Chris Russell is definitely the man to call. Chris is a pleasure to work with and I highly recommend him.
John Russell, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 12, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have worked on several matters with Chris Russell, and his combination of experience, results and personability is second to none. Chris both has an incredible knowledge of every facet of personal injury practice, in addition to having a wonderful personality that allows him to gain the trust of his clients. His combination of skill and compassion for his clients has led him to great success in his field. In a case involving serious injuries to a client, there is no one I would trust more than Chris Russell to obtain a just result.
Jon Jackson, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 10, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Christopher Russell is a lawyer's lawyer. Since 1984, Chris has focused his skill, energy and efforts to helping victims of personal injury and wrongful death. In addition to being an excellent and experienced lawyer, Chris is a warm and caring human being who places the best interest of his clients and family before his own. I share this information with you because in my opinion, these qualities are what make a good lawyer a GREAT lawyer! You want a lawyer who truly cares about you and who is able to appreciate, understand and communicate to an insurance company or jury, exactly how your injuries have impacted and changed your life forever. I've seen all these qualities in Chris, and more! I strongly suggest that your visit Chris' web site and watch the videos. Better yet, give Chris a call and get answers to all your legal questions today! -- Jon Mitchell Jackson/ Jackson & Wilson, Inc. (2009 Orange County Trial Lawyer of the Year)
Alison Gokal, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 19, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Mr. Russell has earned the respect of his fellow trial lawyers. I have nothing but the utmost respect for all of the positive and amazing results he has been able to accomplish, both in and out of the courtroom, over the years. Keep up the great work!
Steven Morasse, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 29, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Christopher Russell for 30 plus years. There is no one more devoted to getting his clients fair compensation on personal injury claims than is Chris. With his 28 plus years of experience there is not a case he has not seen or circumstances he has not encountered in the context of a personal injury claim which makes him a deadly advocate on behalf of his clients. Chris is also a great member of the community as well contributing his time and money to causes related to personal injury issues. I highly endorse Christopher Russell. I have never endorsed an attorney previously for AVVO but this was a no brainer for me as Chris epitomizes all of what AVVO endorses in regards to the attorneys who are its members. I am sure is Chris is glad to be associated with AVVO and AVVO should be very happy to have Chris as one of its members.
Kyle Scott, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 14, 2012
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I have known Chris Russell for 19 years. Chris was initially my boss at one of the first law firms I worked at. Now I stay in touch with Chris usually in obtaining a second opinion on how to proceed in one of my cases at my firm. Chris brings to the table his 25+ years of legal experience. He has always represented the side of the consumer and has always done so zealously and with an eye to what is best for his client. If Chris believes in your claim, then he is in it to its resolution. I would recommend Chris Russell for any personal injury or wrongful death claim you or your family have. When you are going up against law firm financed by the insurance industry trying to diminish your claim you want a lawyer like Chris Russell on your side.
Desmond Collins, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 14, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I find Chris Russell to be a zealous advocate, a consummate professional and a quality peer in the legal profession. Chris is a family man and is able to communicate effectively on a personal basis. I heartily recommend him on any personal injury matters.
Marc Lazarus, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 9, 2012
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer's work. Christopher Russell is a smart and aggressive personal injury lawyer who helps his clients obtain the best outcome for their cases. Christopher is a skilled trial attorney who has the respect of the insurance industry as well as the defense bar. I would wholeheartedly endorse Christopher Russell.