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Ian A. Scharg
About Ian
Biography
I am a passionate attorney who advocates for the rights of my clients. I strive to go above and beyond for each of my clients.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Medical Malpractice
50%
14 years
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
15%
14 years
Consumer Protection
5%
14 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 200-300 per hour
Contingency
33%-40%
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Licensed in California for 13 years
State: California
Acquired: 2012
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Location
Schuering Zimmerman & Doyle, LLP
400 University Ave., Sacramento, CA, 95825
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Ian A. Scharg's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Find a lawyer through a personal recommendation not from an ad on the Internet.
Mr Scharg signed a contract to represent me four months ago in a lawsuit. Four months went by and he did nothing on the case. Then he sent me a letter saying that he was not going to represent me in a lawsuit but he would only send a demand letter and negotiate if the person responded. Two weeks afte...
Posted by johnny | November 21, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
respectful,good communication its the main key,and loyalty is what this attorney has good foundation
from 107 attorneys this young man showed me that its not all about money like the rest of attorneys telling me bout their fees and hourly rates before they even hear what I have to say or my case I have to present to them in hand,this young man paid attention to my case as if was to be homework and t...
Posted by anonymous | July 05, 2013 | Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
Nuring Home Abuse Client
Mr. Scharg greatly helped our family in a time of need. He was able to get a great settlement for our family after the passing of our mother at a nursing home. I wholeheartedly recommend his services to anyone seeking an elder abuse attorney.
Posted by Alan | February 08, 2013 | Estate Planning
A consummate professional!!
After going through a nightmarish ordeal with my late mother-in-law's estate, Ian helped my wife and I finalize our wills - setting up a trust for our son and making sure he wouldn't have to face the same unnecessary hurdles we did. We were amazed at how straightforward the process of making a will c...
Posted by anonymous | February 05, 2013
Legal Services
Mr. Scharg provided my family with excellent advocacy when my family was in need of help. He was able to make a difference for my family and our loved one. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of an excellent attorney.
Ian A. Scharg's Lawyer Endorsements
"A truly excellent attorney well respected in the legal community. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"Ian is a great attorney."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Ian is a solid person that cares about his clients. He and Mark Redmond fight against elder abuse committed by nursing homes. The nursing homes invariably try to cover up their abuse and neglect. I endorse him and commend him for choosing to work in this area of the law."
"Excellent attorney. Highly recommended."
"Ian is passionate about his practice. He always puts his clients first and gets the results that they deserve."
"Ian is a very detailed and organized attorney. Those traits, along with his passion for the law, will continue the bring him success for himself and his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Attorney Scharg is an excellent lawyer and I recommend his services."
"Ian is an intelligent hardworking attorney who has a passion for obtaining justice for his clients. If you, or your family is dealing with a nursing home abuse issue or elder law issue I would highly recommend contacting Ian."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Scharg has an extreme knowledge of the law and is an exceptional advocate for his clients. I would recommend his services to anyone in need of legal advice."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Thomas Pleasant
Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Feb 11
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"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Scharg is a very knowledgeable nursing home abuse and neglect attorney."
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Howard Lewis
Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Dec 30
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Scharg is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend his legal services."
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Experience
Honors
2012
Capital Commendation for Extradinary Public Serice, Capital Center for Public Law and Policy
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Associate, Schuering Zimmerman & Doyle, LLP
2012 - 2014
Attorney, Law Offices of Mark A. Redmond, PC
2011 - 2012
Legal Intern, Attorney General Of California Bureau of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse
2011 - 2011
Certified Law Student, Community Legal Services, McGeorge School of Law
2011 - 2011
Legal Intern, Regional Human Rights/Fair Housing Commission
2010 - 2011
Legal Intern, Attorneys Against Abuse of Elders
Associations
2012 - Present
Sacramento County Bar Association
2012 - Present
American Bar Association
2012 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
2012 - Present
Capitol City Trial Lawyers Association
2011 - 2012
McGeorge Health Law AssociationPast Treasurer
Sample of Legal Cases
Wandering and Burn Case
$500,000
Wandering and Fall Case
$300,000
Nursing Home Neglect
$100,000
Large Entertainment Corporation
Favorable to Client
Medicare Appeals Hearing
Favorable
Child Support Arrearage Modification/Past Disability Recovery
Favorable to client
Medicare Coverage Denial Appeal
Favorable
Doe v. Assisted Living
Settled
Class Action Litigation
$11.5 Million
Education
2012
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
San Diego State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Elder and Health Law
Nursing Homes Residents Rights
2013
McGeorge Elder and Health Law Clinic
Abuse In Nursing Homes
2012
McGeorge Elder and Health Law Seminar
Nursing Home Residents Rights
2012
Health Law Career Day
A Day in the Life: Health Care Law Attorney
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can you subpoena Skype calls that you were not involved in?
11 Nov 2014
Q&A
Can I sue my doctor for mistreatment of the skin lesion I had?
02 Aug 2013
Q&A
My boyfriend invited me on holiday and cancelled 2 days after i bought the ticket. Can I sue him for the cost of the ticket?
27 Jun 2013