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also known as John Edward Kerley, Edward Kerley
Justice for victims and their families. We’re here when you need us most.
Personal Injury Accidents, Truck Accidents & Car Accidents, Bad Faith Insurance Claims and California Wildfire Damage.
Edward is a partner at Kerley Schaffer LLP. He graduated from Claremont McKenna (1986) and USC Law School (1994). His practice is focused on trial work. He has tried state and federal cases involving insurance fraud, various commercial disputes, insurance bad-faith, and wrongful termination. Prior to founding the firm, he held positions with law firms both in the U.S. and Middle East.
Relentless. It’s our favorite word.
We’re a scrappy, dedicated team of lawyers in Oakland, California who specialize in personal injury and bad faith insurance claims. We represent ordinary people who need extraordinary help:
- Accident victims
- Customers ripped off by their insurance companies
- People who lost their homes to California wildfires
We succeed by digging deeper, working harder, and never letting go. Decades of trial and appellate experience, plus a tireless commitment to justice, add up to amazing results for our clients.
Why Kerley Schaffer?
Decades of experience representing clients in trial and appellate courts to level the field against big corporations.
Assistance in getting outstanding medical care for your injuries.
A dedicated case assistant assigned to your case from day one until you’ve recovered for your injuries.
Deep knowledge of how to handle insurance companies who cheat victims to increase profits.
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Acquired: 1995
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1939 Harrison Street, Suite 500, Oakland, CA, 94612-4710
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Posted by Scott | October 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Insurance
Review from a 2018 Camp Fire Victim
We lost our house in the 2018 Camp Fire and AAA wasn’t going to pay us a dime on a policy that we had with them for almost 20 years. I fought with AAA for four months to no avail and it is no exaggeration to say that they were the most stressful four months of my life. We lost everything and AAA ju...
Posted by William | October 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Above and beyond the call of duty!!
The experience and concern for others went far beyond what was expected. It’s nice to be treated like a real person and not a prospect. I am grateful to have been represented by Edward and his team. Thank You guys!!!
Posted by Alison | April 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
They Took Care Of Everything!
As an international student, it was especially stressful and to deal with the aftermath of my car accident and not have it interfere with school. From the first phone call the case manager put me at ease. My case manager was always easy to reach via phone or email and was extremely flexible working a...
Posted by Luis | April 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Helpful & Informative
I was involved in a car accident and I didn’t know what to do, I reached out to the firm and Tae was the attorney that help me with my case. He was really helpful and informative, when I needed updates or information on the case, he was easy to get a hold of and would give me the information that I n...
Posted by Eunhei | April 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Best Choice By Far
Kerley Schaffer was the best choice by far. The case manager and the staffs really knew what they are doing and they were very professional and knowledgeable. From the very beginning, they explained all the necessary procedures, made it clear on what I would expect, and guided and helped me from gett...
"I readily endorse this lawyer. Edward Kerley knows his stuff. He is extremely dedicated, determined and fearless in his advocacy."
"I've worked along side Edward Kerley for the better part of a decade. He's the most dedicated, unrelenting, and passionate lawyer I have ever known. I continue to learn from him every day. You will be well served by Edward and his firm."
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Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015 - Present
Managing Partner, Kerley Schaffer LLP
2009 - 2015
Partner, Hereford Kerley LLP
2005 - 2009
Partner, Doherty Georgeson Kerley LLP
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1994
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
undergraduate
2000
English