Maurice Lee Abarr
also known as Maurice L Abarr, Maurice Abarr
About Maurice
Biography
Early in my practice of the law, I exercised poor judgment and failed to meet my obligations to some of my clients. I was rightly sanctioned for this. Honest acknowledgment is part of the process of winning back one’s good name and building a reputation for excellence.
I believe the client reviews and attorney endorsements I've received during the intervening quarter-century reflect my commitment to legal excellence and ethical service. I’ve worked hard to earn the trust of my clients and the respect of my colleagues. I will do my best to ensure your rights are protected and to keep your interests paramount as we proceed with your case.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
51 years | 1,500 cases
19 years | 85 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
15%-35%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in California for 51 years
State: California
Acquired: 1974
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 1992
Location
Maurice L. Abarr Lawyer, Inc.
201 E. Sandpointe Ave., Suite 480, Santa Ana, CA, 92707
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Maurice Lee Abarr's Reviews
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11 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews
Posted by Anna | February 12, 2015 | Social Security Disability
Honest, Dependable, Job well done!
Mr Abarr, had taken over my case. and it was not an easy one! The day when we interviewed each other I prayed he would take my case, I had other lawyers but he was the one but when I met the office staff I knew it was a package deal and I was so please when he said he would take the case, It took so...
Posted by Patricia | December 24, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Abarr Review
Mr. Abarr is a wonderful, patient, and very knowledgeable attorney. I very much appreciate that he takes the time needed to break down in "lay man's" terms legal jargon. Although, we as clients, are the ultimate decision makers in legal cases on how we want or should proceed, his explanations of the...
Posted by anonymous | December 18, 2014
Very Professional, Compasionate and Understanding.
I have utilized the services of Mr. Abarr on more than one occasion. He has by far been excellent in handling my situations. He has true compassion and really cares about his clients. He is not in it just for the money. He goes above and beyond. His staff is excellent and they respond to you very qu...
Posted by Anna | December 18, 2014
Why I decided to hire me Abarr
Me Abarr , the day we interviewed each other I knew at that very moment I could trust him as my attorney and he would help me with making the right choices in my case! I'm sure any one who hire me Abarr will be ver happy with the choice !
Posted by Maria | October 09, 2012 | Medical Malpractice
Professionalism and Compassion!
I sought advice from Mr. Abarr regarding a personal matter in relation to Medical Malpractice and Sexual Battery in which I needed a better understanding of the law and my rights as a Victim. Mr. Abarr was very patient with my questions and need to talk my situation through as I was very nervous and...
Maurice Lee Abarr's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Maurice Abarr since we met at Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyer's College in 1998. Since that time we have trained and brainstormed client's cases together repeatedly. Maurice is a uniquely gifted lawyer and human being - the rare individual who never settles for good enough, and never stops educating himself so he can do an even better job for his clients. His personal commitment to excellence, to his clients, and to providing extraordinary advice and advocacy has earned him high praise and recognition as one of the best! Simply stated - in times of trouble - you can not go wrong having Maurice by your side."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with him on trial skills development and in preparing actual cases. He cares about justice and his clients."
"I endorse Maurice Abarr. He is an excellent workers compensation attorney."
"Enthusiastically and with admiration, Maurice Abarr deserves high esteem from the public, especially those who have been injured on the job in California. As lead attorney on a leading case, Dubon, Mr. Abarr has shouldered the burden of challenging the maddening Utilization Review (UR) and Independent Medical Review (IMR)procedures that have resulted in a broken system where many legitimately injured workers cannot obtain medical treatment on a timely basis. Maurice litigated the issue all the way to the California Supreme Court and obtained some relief for injured workers as Utilization Review may now be challenged at the trial level if untimely. As a contingency fee lawyer, Maurice did not even get paid for his efforts to obtain more speedy medical treatment for injured workers across this great state of California but the case he litigated to the CA Supreme Court provides some relief to injured workers statewide who are frustrated with the seemingly endless delays."
"I look up to Mr. Abarr as a wise mentor and coach. He is a caring lawyer and has a wealth of knowledge about injury law. He consistently contributes to lawyerly discussions pertaining to California Workers' Compensation law with the members of the California Applicant Attorney's Association. I endorse Mr. Abarr."
"Maurice is a great lawyer and fights for his clients. He is extremely knowledgeable in his field."
"Maurice is a valued contributor to our legal forum and a kind and caring lawyer."
"Mr. Abarr is the attorney that I refer all my worker's compensation cases to. I have personally met and worked with Mr. Abarr, and I know that he is a compassionate and a true advocate."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"One of the most energetic, caring, thoughtful and knowledgeable attorneys I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. Your legal matters are very important to Maurice and your life will be enriched when you have the pleasure to work with Maurice."
"Maurice is an excellent lawyer. During the past 15 years or so that I've known him, he has been an aggressive, smart, and zealous advocate in the pursuit of his clients' interests. He is devouted to his clients--which shows in his preparation and results. I recommend any injured worker --who cares about his or her case-- to contact Maurice."
"I highly recommend Maurice to anyone in need of legal assistance. He is as warm and compassionate as they come, and is prepared to do whatever it takes to get justice for his clients."
"I worked with Maurice on several cases. He is an outstanding attorney. He is extremely hardworking, intelligent, creative, and gets outstanding results for his clients. You can't do better than Maurice."
"Mr. Abarr is an exceptionally tenacious, creative, committed and talented lawyer. You will have noticed a low rating on AVVO, due to attorney discipline issues that were resolved more than 25 years ago, but these issues have no bearing on Maurice's skills and commitment to justice in the courtroom. This lawyer puts his heart and soul into each and every case and client he represents He is also an outstanding and caring human being. None of us is defined for the rest of our lives by one or two mistakes made (and made up for) decades ago, especially when we use the experiences to learn and grow, and for the betterment of ourself and our clients. For each of these reasons, I unreservedly recommend Maurice Abarr as a champion of the rights of the injured clients he unselfishly represents daily."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred clients to Maurice Abarr because I know he's experienced, and will handle the matter in the most professional way. Simply, he cares about his clients. Maurice demonstrates dedication to his clients as he is constantly acquiring the best legal methods. Personally, Maurice Abarr has a generosity of spirit and genuine caring for others--particularly the underdog. He is deserving of my highest recommendation."
"I wholeheartedly endorse Maurice Abarr. He is a smart, caring, hard-working lawyer who goes above and beyond for his clients. There are few lawyers anywhere who have developed and educated themselves to the extent Maurice has. Having worked with Maurice for many years, I would trust him with my case, or my family members' cases, anytime. Whatever discipline he endured years ago is irrelevant to his current high level of practice. He is one of the best!"
"Maurice goes above and beyond. He has attended Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyer's College, he has trained with the best of the best, and he cares deeply about his clients."
"I have known Maurice for many years now, having worked with him through the Trial Lawyer's College. He is wise, dependable and very caring. If I lived in California, I would use Maurice as my attorney."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 1992.
Discipline with Actual Suspension issued in CA, 1992
updated on 01/20/2016This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Discipline with Actual Suspension issued in CA, 1991
updated on 01/20/2016This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Public reproval with/duties issued in CA, 1985
updated on 10/14/2011A censure or reprimand issued by the Supreme Court or the State Bar Court that is not a matter of public record unless imposed after the initiation of formal disciplinary proceedings. No period of suspension is imposed. The reproval may be imposed with duties or conditions.
Honors
2014
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Certified Specialist - Workers' Compensation Law, State Bar of California
Work Experience
1976 - Present
Owner, Maurice L. Abarr, Attorney at Law
Education
1998
1974
Speaking Engagements
2014
Disputed Medical Treatment
2014
Workers Compensation
2014
Workers Compensation
Publications
2015
Languages
Spanish
Activity
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