Scott H Z Sumner

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Scott H Z Sumner

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 34 years

Car accident Lawyer at Walnut Creek, CA
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death ... +3 more

1299 Newell Hill Place, Suite 202, Walnut Creek, CA

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About Scott

Biography

Scott Sumner has over 25 years' experience on behalf of injury victims and their families.

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Car Accident 25%

25%
Personal Injury 20%

20%
Wrongful Death 20%

20%
Animal and Dog Bites 15%

15%
Motorcycle Accident 10%

10%
Trucking Accident 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

25%-40%

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in California for 34 years

State: California

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Oregon for 29 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 1996

Suspended - Non-Disciplinary

No misconduct found

Location

SumnerLaw

1299 Newell Hill Place, Suite 202, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596

sumnerlawyers.com/

Scott H Z Sumner's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by Rachelle | August 9, 2024 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

I highly recommend hiring Scott as your attorney!

I was seeking medical practice however, this is not a case that they handle. Cynthia and Scott promptly reached out to me and pointed me in the right direction of a different attorney that handles medical malpractice. I was not expecting that level of service, especially since my case has no value to... their firm. They also showed concern and empathy towards my hardship. I am extremely grateful for their help and kindheartedness especially at a time when it was most needed. Thank you for your exceptional customer service Scott and Cynthia!

Posted by Bret | December 8, 2014

Scott Sumner: Excellent Lawyer, Excellent Person

Not only is Scott an excellent lawyer, he is also a caring one; sympathetic and empathetic toward our circumstance. He is highly intelligent and very well spoken; always careful to explain things thoroughly without belittling. His knowledge of his field of expertise is second to none, and he seems to... be up to date and on the forefront of new legislation. We absolutely recommend Scott's services to anyone requiring them.

Posted by Chris | December 1, 2014

Thank You Scott

Scott represented me through a very difficult time, two broken knees after being hit by a car while I was riding my bicycle. Scott is a professional that is ethical and knowledgeable, it was my great fortune that he was there to be my voice when I needed one most. I have recommended him to other peop...le over the years, including my mother, and they have all been very satisfied as well. I have known Scott for 15 years now and he has a solid character that has been built by his diligent effort to be a better person and professional which has been remarkably consistent. Thanks Scott

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Scott H Z Sumner's Lawyer Endorsements

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Steven Soliman

Unknown lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scott is a great person and attorney who works tremendously hard and gets the best results for his clients. I endorse this attorney 100%!"

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Claude Wyle

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Scott is bold imaginative, ethical and he cares greatly for his client. Scott is a great lawyer to have on your team."

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Lawrence Knapp

Wrongful death lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Friend

"Scott, is extremely intelligent, highly prepared and skillful in the practice of law. His experience in wrongful death cases is vast. I would not hesitate to recommend Scott."

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Sanjay Schmidt

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse Scott Sumner. Scott is a highly skilled advocate in all phases of a case. Also, Scott is so knowledgeable that he is frequently asked to give presentations and provide trainings for other attorneys. Scott is a savvy, dedicated advocate, who obtains great results for his clients. Scott is also widely regarded as an expert in certain areas of personal injury law that frequently present challenges."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Scott. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Alexis McKenna

Defective and dangerous products lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scott is well-known in California's Bay Area legal community for his impeccable reputation and for his involvement in organizations such as the CAOC, AAJ, ACCTLA and SFTLA. Scott is recognized as one of Super Lawyers Top Attorneys and has been awarded Martindale Hubbell's prestigious A/V rating each year for over a decade! Scott is amazing at what he does and I would highly recommend his services to anyone with a personal injury, wrongful death or defective product claim."

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John Stralen

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lawrence Knapp

Litigation lawyer

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Steven Mehlman

Business lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Champion of Justice Award, SFTLA

2010

Ian Herzog Award Appellate Lawyer of the Year, CAALA

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Robert E. Cartwright, Sr. Award for Trail Advocacy, CAOC

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2005

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2003

Presidential Award of Merit, CAOC

2002

Legislative Champion Award, CAOC

2001

Presidential Award of Merit, CAOC

2000

Presidential Award of Merit, CAOC

1991

American Jurisprudence Award: Remedies, Westlaw

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Principal/Owner, SumnerLaw

2012 - 2014

Non-Equity Partner, Khorrami Boucher Sumner Sanguinetti, LLC

1990 - 2012

Partner, Hinton Alfert Sumner & Kaufmann

Associations

1988 - Present

Consumer Attorneys of California

Board of Governors

American Trial Lawyers Association

Consumer Attorneys of California

Alameda-Contra Costa Trial Lawyers Association

San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association

American Inns of Court

American Bar Association

State Bar of California

Contra Costa County Bar Association

Bar Association of San Francisco

Sample of Legal Cases

Classic Car Crunch

Plaintiff verdict - $325,000

Truck Freeway Collision - Catastrophic Injury

Trial Verdict - $4.5 Million.

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Education

1991

University of San Diego School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

University of California - San Diego

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Consumer Attorneys of California 2014 - 53rd Annual Convention Surviving After Howell

Publications

2001

Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC) Forum Magazine New Ways to Cut Health Insurer Liens

1997

The Verdict Magazine (ASCDC) Overcoming Inadequate Insurance Coverage Through a Separate Loss of Consortium Claim

Languages

English

Activity

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