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Shahrad Milanfar is a trial attorney, mediator, and founder of Milanfer Law, PC, who has focused his career on serious personal injury, automotive, asbestos and other types of product liability, transportation/ trucking, and habitability cases. Since the beginning of his career, Shahrad has worked on catastrophic injury cases such as traumatic brain injury (TBI), serious orthopedic injuries, including quadriplegia and paraplegia.
Shahrad gained his trial and courtroom experience while working with the district attorney’s office and as a civil trial attorney. He has handled cases form inception to verdict as the primary trial attorney. Over the past 20+ years, Shahrad has managed serious personal injury and product liability cases involving cars, tires, motorcycles, trucks, big rigs, buses, ATVs, household and industrial products. He also has extensive experience as the primary trial attorney in these types of cases.
He has been at the forefront for the use of technology and iPads in trial presentations. He has utilized his research and understanding of human decision making and technology to effectively tell his clients’ stories in trial and mediation. Shahrad developed one of the first comprehensive courses on how to effectively utilize and iPad in trial. He has tried numerous cases to verdict utilizing an iPad with significant results. His ability to tell his clients’ stories in a compelling and human way have distinguished his approach from other attorneys.
Shahrad has designed strategies to minimize risk and maximize the chances for his clients’ success through comprehensive planning and preparation. Shahrad has significant experience advising clients on crisis management and emergency response to catastrophic events.
Shahrad is also an experienced mediator who has effectively mediated over 100 cases involving personal injury, product liability, family, guardianship, property, business and community disputes. His trial and mediation experience make Shahrad a very effective advocate who can see the case from many angles. This provides him with a significant advantage against his opponents because it allows for a much more effective approach in presenting his clients’ cases.
Shahrad was an adjunct professor at Golden Gate University School of Law between 2001-2014, where he taught trial skills and coached the Golden Gate trial teams. He is also an instructor with National Institute of Trial Advocacy (NITA) teaching in NITA’s trial and deposition training programs. Shahrad has taught mediation skills to attorneys, mediators, human resources, psychologists and other professionals. He has also taught in training programs for Rosenberg Mediation, Center for Human Development, and the University of San Francisco School of Law.
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Acquired: 1999
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1777 Oakland Blvd., Suite 220B, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596
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Posted by Bailey | May 6, 2024 | Hired Attorney
The Milanfar Law Firm has been really helpful in my life because they made something happen for me that I never thought was possible! In 2019 I had a tragic personal injury and Shahrad Milanfar and his team helped me get through the long fight which led to my well deserved result! Shahrad stuck with...
Posted by Christine | October 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney
My 14-year-old son was hit by a car while a pedestrian in a crosswalk. I didn't realize the long term impact his head injury had on him and the psychological impact that he would end-up going through. After speaking to some friends and acquaintances, I decided to consult with a personal injury attor...
Posted by HELGA | May 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney
I would highly recommend Shahrad Milanfar. He was my attorney in a traumatic brain injury case. He was great and got a much better result than I expected. If you need a personal injury attorney, give him a call.
Posted by Jim | November 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Shahrad handled a wrongful death (asbestos) claim for my company. He was great at explaining the case and legal procedures to me, as well as working in a timely and diligently fashion to resolve the case. He is very knowledgeable, fair and a sharp negotiator. Should I ever need legal representation a...
Posted by Geoff and Ruth | July 22, 2014
To whom it may concern: Shahrad Milanfar successfully resolved a complicated case for our teenage son, who had been involved in a serious accident. During the process, Shahrad demonstrated insight into a complex situation where several parties, their attorneys, and insurance companies were involved. ...
"Mr Milanfar is a reputable, knowledgeable and exceptional attorney, trial lawyer and human being. He deeply cares for his clients and, will use his years of experience as a voice of reason in resolving a matter or connecting with a jury. It is my pleasure to endorse him."
"Shahrad Milafar sets the bar high for the rest of us in the legal community. He is exceedingly bright, knowledgeable, and always prepared. His ethics and professionalism are unparalleled. While he is extremely competitive and a zealous advocate, he handles his cases with the precision of a surgeon---saving his clients’ valuable resources. No one generally needs a lawyer until they are on the receiving end of a lawsuit or suffered harm. As an attorney with more than 20 years of experience, I can say with absolute confidence that Shahrad Milafar is a world class lawyer of the highest caliber. I highly recommended Shahrad Milafar to anyone in need of legal representation. He will exceed your expectations."
"I met Shahrad at a legal seminar a few years ago. Shahrad quickly rose to a leadership role in organizing a group of attorneys to discuss and share ideas about improving the practice of law. Shahrad had good ideas, tireless energy and generous with his time."
"I have known Mr. Milanfar for almost 15 years and during that time I have always recognized him as a gifted litigator and negotiator. Without reservation, I endorse and recommend Mr. Milanfar."
"Shahrad is a dynamic attorney dedicated to helping individuals reach resolution without the expense and anxiety of litigation. He has a keen awareness of the human psychology beneath legal disputes and how to guide various personalities through the legal maze. I wholeheartedly endorse him, especially for mediation."
"I have worked with Mr. Milanfar on several cases, and can highly recommend him as an attorney. You will be hard pressed to find a better litigator or mediator then Mr. Milanfar."
"Shahrad has a fantastic, all-encompassing understanding of the law and knows how to effectively resolve a case in a manner to limit unnecessary conflict. He is a remarkable mediator for his ability to listen, understand and find unique solutions. I highly recommend Shahrad as a person and as an exceptional attorney and mediator."
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Outstanding Alumni Volunteer Award, Golden Gate University School of Law
1998
Criminal Litigation Award, Golden Gate University School of Law
1998
Medal for Excellence in Advocacy, American College of Trial Lawyers
2020 - Present
Founder - Personal Injury Trial Lawyer, Milanfar Law Firm, PC - Personal Injury Trial Lawyers
2007 - Present
Instructor: Trial Training & Deposition Training Programs, National Institute for Trial Advocacy
2014 - 2019
Co-Founder, Cinch Enterprises - Settlement Aptitude
2003 - 2014
Adjunct Professor / Coach of the Trial Teams, Golden Gate University School of Law
2001 - 2019
Litigation Partner (2009) - Mediator, Becherer Kannett & Schweitzer
2022 - Present
Bay Area Legal AidBoard of Directors
2014 - Present
Contra Costa County Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Alameda County Bar AssociationMember
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Alameda County Bar Association, Alternative Dispute Resolution SectionMember
2012 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
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American Bar Association, Dispute Resolution SectionMember
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United States District Court for the Central District of CaliforniaAdmitted to Practice
2011 - Present
Alameda County Superior CourtMediator
2011 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern District of CaliforniaAdmitted to Practice
2009 - Present
Santa Clara County Superior CourtMediator / Early Settlement Conference Neutral
2009 - Present
Center for Human DevelopmentMediation Instructor / Trainer
2009 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern District of PennsylvaniaAdmitted to Practice
2008 - Present
Center for Human DevelopmentMediator
2007 - Present
National Institute for Trial AdvocacyInstructor
2003 - Present
United States District Court for the Northern District of CaliforniaAdmitted to Practice
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