Werner Richard Meissner

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Werner Richard Meissner

also known as Vern Meissner

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 45 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Newport Beach, CA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Slip and Fall Accident ... +11 more

4611 Teller Avenue, Suite 120, Newport Beach, CA

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About Werner

Biography

Meissner Law Firm is a plaintiffs' law firm and has represented injured clients since 1985.

Meissner Law Firm is a plaintiffs' firm and has represented injured clients since 1985.

Meissner Law Firm is a plaintiffs' firm and has represented injured clients since 1985.

Meissner Law Firm is a plaintiffs' firm and has represented injured clients since 1985.

Meissner Law Firm is a plaintiffs' firm and has represented injured clients since 1985.

Practice Areas

14

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 22%

45 years

22%
Animal and Dog Bites 6%

45 years

6%
Birth Injury 6%

45 years

6%
Brain Injury 6%

45 years

6%
Car Accident 6%

45 years

6%
Defective and Dangerous Products 6%

45 years

6%
Discrimination 6%

45 years

6%
Motorcycle Accident 6%

45 years

6%
Sexual Harassment 6%

45 years

6%
Slip and Fall Accident 6%

45 years

6%
Spinal Cord Injury 6%

45 years

6%
Trucking Accident 6%

45 years

6%
Wrongful Death 6%

45 years

6%
Wrongful Termination 6%

45 years

6%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes

Contingency

33%-45%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2018

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 44 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1981

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 45 years

State: California

Acquired: 1980

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Connecticut for 40 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1985

Permanent Retirement

No misconduct found

Location

Meissner Law Firm

4611 Teller Avenue, Suite 120, Newport Beach, CA, 92660

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Meissner Law Firm

831 W. 9th Street, San Pedro, CA, 90731

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Werner Richard Meissner's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | September 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Mind blown

I thought I'd drop a line about Meissner Law Firm. I was referred to them after a very tricky car accident I was in as a passenger with emergency services halting the traffic flow. I was really injured & vulnerable to say the least. What I really appreciated was the efficient dedication, re...search, availability, communication, explanations and breakdowns step by step with me. I was not fed BS. This is also a family firm & I felt the integrity of such,..it was noticeable. Two years later I was in another accident. Circumstantially I wasn't able to have them represent me. I can confidently say that Meissner Law firm is in a league of their own. It turns out there were several angles they could have manipulated & taken for more profit however remained integral. Attorneys for the most part have horrible reputations. Meissner Law Firm is an exception to this rule. As a Single Woman, I would recommend them to anyone in a vulnerable position. I trust them with my life. I hope this message lands as helpful. Sincerely,..Meissner Client

Posted by Jeff | March 04, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Highly recommended

I would highly recommend Meissner Law Firm for anyone seeking personal injury representation. The team was very knowledgeable, experienced, responsive, proactive and overall just very professional. They put a ton of work into my case that spanned from summer 2019 to winter 2021… a lot of hurdles due ...to covid but nonetheless, they grinded out the work and delivered a very favorable settlement.

Posted by Yolanda | January 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

excellent service

I would highly recommend them. They are good, friendly, hard-working lawyers with a wonderful staff. They treated me very good and always checking up on me, kept me updated on my case. I was very pleased with my settlement. Meissner Law Firm were referred to me by a friend and I’m so glad I went ...with them, they really care about their clients, was very pleased with their service. Will defiantly recommend them to family and friends.

Posted by Joshua | November 15, 2019 | Car Accidents

Why Meissner Law is the Best law firm in Socal.

Look no more, seek no more, and go to Meissner Law Firm!!!! There are three things that encompass a great experience to anywhere that you go and that is, attitude, service, and the results. The attitude that Meissner Law Firm exhibits there at the office is by far the best, if not THE BEST that I h...ave had in all the places that I have been to. Allie, Michael, other employees there, along with Mr. Vern himself are very professional and kind when communicating with you over the phone or through email. I had not yet met any of the wonderful people that were talking to me, but I already knew that these people were the nicest and best prepared people on the globe! Secondly, the service is exquisite. I personally went to two lawyers BEFORE Meissner Law Firm and man I had to call them everyday to see the status of my case and honestly they would tell me the same thing everyday, BUT here at Meissner Law Firm, man they really know what they are doing (Thus is why they are the BEST). They were the ones calling me to get the most accurate details which is what a law firm should be doing. You really do feel you have Mr. Vern on your side fighting for you and man I would not want to have anyone else fighting for me. With Mr. Vern covering my case I felt at peace, with the others I felt worried. Nothing better than to be able to trust someone 100% and let me say, I trusted Mr. Vern and his law firm 110%. Mr. Vern himself will go over the case step by step and break it down for you with clarity.Mr. Vern just leaves me jaw dropped with his expertise knowledge and flawless speech. So much respect in Mr. Vern himself and everyone else that attended me. Finally, the outcome of trusting Meissner Law Firm is the act of me keeping their phone number for any and all future legal cases. Meissner Law Firm will fight for your case as if it was theirs. They will not stop and give only 80% to your case, they will put in the time, dedication, and 120% to make sure that you get your justice. Mr. Vern and the office treat you like family with love, respect, and a welcoming environment. In Conclusion, I was involved in a car accident and with previous lawyers, they said I was not going to win and I was super sad, but just last week I got a call saying that my check was ready. The result of this case had me in tears and honestly Meissner Law Firm IS THE BEST IN SOCAL!! For any personal injury, medical malpractice, or other legal cases, give Meissner Law Firm a call please. They will not disappoint. They are not simply the best, rather, they are the BEST OF THE BEST! THANK YOU MR. VERN AND MEISSNER LAW FIRM!!! It is GREATLY APPRECIATED. Much love. -Friday, November 15, 2019 8:38 AM

Posted by Garrett | July 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Great Attorney

Vern handled my case quickly and professionally and achieved the best case scenario for our outcome. He got me in to appointments quickly, and with doctors who were able to help. I received good quality care from chiropractics, to imaging and orthopedics. Can’t say enough good things about my experie...nce with Warner Meissner Law.

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Werner Richard Meissner's Lawyer Endorsements

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Marc Trachtman

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"As tenacious a fighter and ethical as they come. Vern’s spectacular trial results speaks for themselves. I would not hesitate to retain Vern for myself or family if the need arises."

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David Brown

Medical malpractice lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a relentless fighter. He is highly experienced."

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Aaron Brown

Medical malpractice lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Aaron Dyer

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Member, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2017

Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Member, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2016

Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Member, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2015

Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2015

Member, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2012

Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2009

Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2008

Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2007

Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2006

Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2005

Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Work Experience

1985 - Present

Owner/Attorney, Meissner Law Firm

1983 - 1985

Attorney, Law Offices of Perona, Langer, Beck, Serbin, Harrison

1980 - 1983

Attorney, Bonne, Bridges, Mueller, O’Keefe & Nichols

1979 - 1979

Judicial Extern, Los Angeles County Superior Court

1978 - 1978

Intern, Nassau County District Attorney

Associations

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles

Member

Delta Theta Phi Law Fraternity

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Wrongful Death

$1,800,000.00

Clergy Cases

$3,101.000.00

Pedestrian v. Automobile

$2,050,000.00

Medical Malpractice

$10,675,000.00

Car Accident

$2,400,000.00

Van Accident

$900,000.00

Slip and Fall

$350,000.00

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Education

1980

Southwestern University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

Long Island University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2018

A Career in Law

Werner R. Meissner talks about the different career paths a lawyer can take to undergraduate business students interested in law at Loyola Marymount University.

2017

A Career in Law

Werner R. Meissner talks about the different career paths a lawyer can take to undergraduate business students interested in law at Loyola Marymount University.

2016

A Career in Law

Werner R. Meissner talks about the different career paths a lawyer can take to undergraduate business students interested in law at Loyola Marymount University.

2015

A Career in Law

Werner R. Meissner talks about the different career paths a lawyer can take to undergraduate business students interested in law at Loyola Marymount University.

2014

A Career in Law

Werner R. Meissner talks about the different career paths a lawyer can take to undergraduate business students interested in law at Loyola Marymount University.

2013

A Career in Law

Werner R. Meissner talks about the different career paths a lawyer can take to undergraduate business students interested in law at Loyola Marymount University.

Publications

1994

Languages

English

Spanish

Italian

German

Activity

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