A respected Los Angeles personal injury attorney, Lisa Stern emphasizes personalized service. She recognizes that no two cases are exactly alike — and tailors her service accordingly. Lisa Stern has over 3 decades of experience, and has won over $5 billion in settlements — including the largest human rights settlement ever awarded.

An accomplished litigator, Sara Colón is admitted to practice in both California and New York, where she has extensive experience handling a broad range of commercial litigation cases in federal and state courts and in arbitral forums. Ms. Colón has skillfully managed a variety of legal matters including disputes regarding breach of contract, partnerships, investments, insurance coverage, fraud, government investigations, and business torts. She has also represented plaintiffs in financial elder abuse cases. Ms. Colón’s clients include local and international businesses in a variety of industries, including finance, real estate, telecommunications, entertainment, and technology.

Dedicated to protecting individuals, families and improving the safety of our communities, Reza Torkzadeh is an advocate on behalf of those who have been seriously injured or killed as a result of negligence, defective products or dangerous road conditions. In 2015 and 2016 Reza was a recipient of the Best Lawyers Award; one of the oldest and well respected peer review publications in the legal profession. In 2014, 2015 and 2016, Reza was selected to the Super Lawyer list in California. An honor saved for only 5% of the attorneys in the State. Reza served on the Plaintiffs’ Settlement Committee in litigation related to an FDA recalled medical device. The lawsuits settled in 2015 in a confidential settlement in the amount of $14,250,000.00. In 2014, Reza represented a catastrophically injured pedestrian, in which a verdict in the amount of $26,255,367.84 was obtained. VerdictSearch announced that the result was one of the largest verdicts in the Country in 2014. In 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013 Reza was selected by his peers as a Super Lawyers Rising Star, a recognition only given to 2.5% of the attorneys in the state. Los Angeles Magazine named him as one of the Top Young Lawyers as selected by his peers and The National Trial Lawyers selected him on the Top 40-Under-40 list. In 2014, The American Society of Legal Advocates named Reza as a Top 40-Under-40 litigator. In 2012, as a result of a $12,000,000.00 judgment in a wrongful death action, Reza was invited for membership into the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum; one of the most prestigious trial lawyers organizations in the Country. Less than 1% of all attorneys in the US are members. Reza is the Co-Author of the book, Accidents Happen But Who’s Going to Pay the Bills: A Consumers’ Guide to the California Personal Injury & Wrongful Death System. Reza’s practice is focused on representing those who have been seriously injured as a result of someone else’s wrongdoing. He has successfully represented those who have lost loved ones in wrongful death actions, auto accidents, motorcycle accidents, bicycle accidents, brain and spinal cord injuries, defective medial device and FDA recalled products, premises liability and dog bite cases in both State and Federal Courts. Reza is a graduate of the prestigious Trial Advocacy Project (TAP).

Mr. Novak is the founding partner of our firm. He was born on the great Canadian prairies in the city of Winnipeg, Manitoba. After a distinguished educational career at the University of Manitoba, he attended the University of North Dakota School of Law. He was named on the academic dean’s list for his entire six semesters of law school and was awarded the degree of Juris Doctor With Distinction. Following graduation from law school, he hung up his hockey skates and moved to the gentler climate of California. Since 1998 Mr. Novak has based his practice of law in the Southern California area. However, he has actively litigated cases throughout the State of California, and the United States. Mr. Novak has established himself as a well-respected trial attorney in the region. In particular, he is renowned for his keen legal mind and aggressive litigation approach. His commitment to fighting for clients’ rights has led to the recovery of in excess of $130,000,000.00 in verdicts or settlements for clients within the past twenty-two years of his practice. Before concentrating his practice on protecting the rights of individuals, Mr. Novak worked for several years as a defense attorney handling primarily large-loss cases on behalf of numerous entertainment production companies, large corporations, and insurance companies. During this time period, he successfully protected clients from exposure to multi-million dollar claims for damages.

Founded by Edmond E. Salem, Esq. in 2003, The Salem Law Firm is built on a foundation of personalized, dedicated legal service. Mr. Salem began his legal career in the greater Chicago area with a focus on family law, real estate, probate, medical malpractice defense, and general civil litigation. His experience working with both small and large firms since 2000 allowed him to see firsthand the limitations of larger legal practices—where bureaucracy and internal politics often stood in the way of giving clients the individualized attention they deserve. Determined to provide a more personal and focused approach, Mr. Salem decided to establish his own firm. Today, The Salem Law Firm proudly serves clients across California, offering a compassionate and client-centered approach to personal injury, real estate law, family law, and business litigation. With years of experience and a deep understanding of the state’s legal landscape, we are a leading California law firm committed to fighting for justice and achieving positive outcomes for our clients. Whether you’re facing a car accident, dealing with real estate disputes, navigating a family law matter, or need strong representation in business litigation, The Salem Law Firm is here to provide expert guidance and personalized care every step of the way.

Bryan was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. He was the Valedictorian of his graduating class at the University Of West Los Angeles School Of Law where he received his Juris Doctorate Degree. Prior to law school, Bryan was a successful entrepreneur, owning several businesses in the service industry

Jance Weberman is a practicing lawyer in the state of California. Mr. Weberman received his J.D. from the Southwestern University School of Law.

Mahyad is a persistent knowledgeable, and experienced lawyer who has been practicing law in California for over 13 year. He specializes in Criminal Defense, DUIs, car accidents, and personal injuries. He graduated with his Juris Doctor in 2002 from Abraham Lincoln University. He has offices in both Los Angeles and San Jose.

Garrett Bailey is a practicing lawyer in the state of California. Attorney Bailey received his J.D. from the University of California at Los Angeles in 1986.

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