Cerritos, CA

Andrew Ellis

Andrew Ellis’ success is a result of the rigorous work ethic and self-discipline indicative of a former stint in the U.S. Army- and before that, the poise and quick thinking under pressure of a onetime craps dealer in the casinos of Atlantic City, New Jersey. When he first opened his legal practice, Andy struggled to make ends meet and keep his doors open. However, he soon discovered a natural talent and passion for protecting consumers, which resulted in some high value settlements and verdicts early on in his legal practice; a trend he continues to maintain today. Mr. Ellis’ unwavering protection of consumers in California began with his mother’s advice, who, as a first-generation immigrant, taught him that the opportunities for the common man were as great if not greater than those of the corporations and insurance companies that tried to take advantage of them. From these teachings, Andy gravitated toward a career wherein he could protect the rights of others. Over the years, there have been many trials which resulted in the recovery of millions of dollars. In fact, Mr. Ellis has won over a quarter billion dollars on behalf of clients throughout his career as a Los Angeles personal injury attorney. Today, as the founder and senior partner of Ellis Law Corporation he heads a team of experienced litigators representing clients in a wide variety of serious personal injury lawsuits including automobile accidents, premises liability, and product liability. He attributes his success to two qualities: a relentless determination to win on behalf of his clients and a commitment to playing fair with the opposition. Indeed, opposing counsel has described him as “a pleasure to work with;” “cordial and professional.” The legal profession runs deep within the Ellis bloodline. Mr. Ellis’ great-grandfather, in addition to founding the New York City firm Ellis, Ellis & Ellis (which closed its doors in 1993) was Theodore Roosevelt’s lawyer and head of the New York City Republican party at the turn of the century. With a degree in business and economics from UCLA, Mr. Ellis began his legal education at Seton Hall University School of Law in New Jersey. He later transferred to Loyola the following year where he ultimately earned his JD. and was admitted to practice law in California in 1993. Ellis opened his personal injury practice fresh out of law school from an apartment he shared with roommates for $220 in rent. Soon, he teamed up with a law school pal to take 30 cases from an attorney friend who had no wish to litigate them. “My first trial was a disaster,” Ellis admits. “We won but it was a $414 award. I was five months out of law school when I took it.” A million dollar verdict against Corning, Inc. several years later signified his move to the forefront of consumer protection and the launch of Ellis’ own practice, now located in El Segundo, CA. What keeps Ellis in business is not just the incentive to win (and the winning itself), but the approach he takes to his job. “The thought process behind my job is to do morally what is correct,” he says. “We’re in a business that allows us to help our clients put their lives back together and make this a better place to live in.” Ellis’ years of legal experience and expertise have garnered him a position as a board member of the Los Angeles Trial Lawyers Charities. Passionate about community outreach, Ellis helped to found Old Bridge Militia, a program that focuses on rebuilding high school music programs by providing musical instruments to high school students. In his spare time he enjoys spending time with his family and children. He also enjoys going to rock and roll shows as well as bike riding.

Dennis J. Sherwin

Los Angeles personal injury lawyer Dennis J. Sherwin has dedicated his practice to representing the injured in personal injury cases. He has successfully tried dozens of cases to verdict and obtained numerous multi-million dollar settlements, including for families of deceased victims in wrongful death cases. Mr. Sherwin received his BA from Cal State Northridge in 1969 and his JD from Loyola University School of Law in 1972. He is a member of the California and Los Angeles Bar Associations, the Inland Empire Bar Association, the Consumer Attorneys of California, and the Consumer Attorneys of Los Angeles. He has served as a member of the Board of Governors for the Consumer Attorneys of California and as a Superior Court Arbitrator and independent mediator.

William M. Grewe

Mr. Grewe has devoted his career to representing clients who have suffered personal injuries and mistreatment at work. He takes a personal approach, specializing in cases involving Ventura car accidents, products liability, premises liability, wrongful death, wrongful termination, retaliation, and discrimination. Mr. Grewe received his B.A. Cum Laude from CSU Northridge in 1978 and his J.D. with honors from Loyola Law School in 1981. He is a member of Consumer Attorneys of California, the Ventura County Bar Association, and the Ventura County Trial Lawyers Association. He was the 2011 President of the Ventura County Trial Lawyers, the 2015 President of the Ventura County Bar Association, and the 2016 President of Ventura County Legal Aid, Inc. He continues to serve on the Board of Ventura County Legal Aid. Mr. Grewe was selected to the list of SuperLawyers in 2019 and 2020.

G. Ronald Feenberg

Mr. Feenberg has dedicated his career as a Los Angeles personal injury attorney to representing the rights of injured workers throughout the State of California. He has taken on the toughest cases, being at the forefront of emerging areas of law, and tackling complex issues. Mr. Feenberg has testified before the California Assembly and tried the first NFL brain injury workers’ compensation case in California, representing dozens of professional athletes. He graduated from UCLA in 1967 and received his JD with honors from the University of San Diego School of Law in 1970. In 2004, he received the Eugene Marias Lifetime Achievement Award, and in 2010, he was inducted as a Fellow by The American Bar Association’s Workers’ Compensation Section. He lectured at USC and UCLA Law Schools on workers’ compensation and serves as an arbitrator for the California Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board. He is a past President of the California Applicants’ Attorneys Association and a member of the San Fernando Valley and Los Angeles County Bar Associations. Most recently, Mr. Feenberg was selected as Best Lawyers’ Lawyer of the Year for applicant’s attorneys in Los Angeles and has been a SuperLawyer from 2004-2020. He holds an AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Martindale-Hubbell peer review rating.

Harry H. Samarghachian

Los Angeles workers’ compensation lawyer Harry Samarghachian has dedicated his practice to assisting victims of workplace accidents and occupational injuries. He represents clients with catastrophic workplace injuries, including brain injuries, toxic exposures, workplace cancers, and strokes, and families of workers who have tragically passed away. Mr. Samarghachian has obtained many seven-figure settlements on complex cases. He immigrated from Russia at age 13, obtained his B.S. from UCLA in 1985 and his J.D. in 1990 from La Verne University School of Law. He joined Rose, Klein & Marias as an associate in 1998 and is now a partner. He is a member of the State Bar of California and a former Chairman of the Los Angeles County Bar Association, Workers’ Compensation Section.

Richard G. Barone

As a Los Angeles personal injury attorney, Richard Barone has dedicated his practice to injury and wrongful death cases. He handles many types of personal injury cases including catastrophic auto accidents, product defect cases, construction injuries, and medical malpractice cases. Mr. Barone has obtained numerous multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements for his clients. He obtained his B.A. from UCLA in 1976 and his J.D. from the University of San Fernando Valley College of Law in 1980. He joined Rose, Klein & Marias in April 1978 and has been with the firm for over 40 years. Mr. Barone is involved with advocacy and trial lawyer groups including the American Association for Justice, the Consumer Attorneys of California, the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles, and the Italian-American Bar Association. He has been selected as a Super Lawyer.

Christel A. Schoenfelder

Ms. Schoenfelder has spent her career representing the injured in workers’ compensation cases, ensuring clients receive medical treatment and benefits. She is actively involved in legislative efforts to expand protections for injured workers. She practices as an Ontario personal injury attorney, handling hearings and trials at various WCABs in the Inland Empire, and represents union workers. She obtained her BA from the University of La Verne in 1994 and her JD from the University of La Verne College of Law in 2003. She is a certified specialist in Workers’ Compensation Law, a Past President of the California Applicants’ Attorneys Association (CAAA), and co-founder of CAAA’s Women’s Caucus. She is also on the Board of Directors of Kids’ Chance of California.