Oceanside, CA

Daniel Petrov

Daniel Petrov's journey to becoming a personal injury attorney was driven by a powerful desire to advocate for those who find themselves facing formidable adversaries. He understands the difficulties his clients encounter, having personally experienced car accidents and witnessed family members navigate the complexities of insurance claims. This firsthand knowledge fuels his passion for ensuring that individuals are not taken advantage of by powerful corporations or insurance companies. Born in Odessa, Ukraine, Daniel and his family moved to Southern California in 1989. He was captivated by the power of legal advocacy to challenge injustice, which led him to law school. He began focusing on personal injury law in 2007, quickly discovering a calling that resonated deeply with his own experiences. Daniel is dedicated to helping people fight back against big corporations and insurance companies, finding it incredibly rewarding to secure the compensation his clients deserve. At Petrov Personal Injury Lawyers, he fosters strong client relationships, ensuring each individual feels heard, understood, and supported. Clients commend him for his accessibility and open communication. Beyond his legal work, Daniel finds inspiration in golf, mirroring his resilient approach to legal challenges. He is motivated by the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of those who have been injured or wronged.

Russell S. Kohn, Esq.

Russell S. Kohn is the founder of Kohn Law Office, specializing in personal injury, wrongful death, and premises liability since 1987. He has over 38 years of experience, is a former President of the Bar Association of Northern San Diego County, and is recognized by Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers.

Suzanne Skolnick

Suzanne Skolnick is a personal injury attorney and owner of Skolnick Law Group, practicing in California since 2000. She graduated Cum Laude from the University of San Diego School of Law (JD, 2000) and Magna Cum Laude from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst (BA, 1994). Ms. Skolnick focuses exclusively on personal injury cases, including car accidents, dog bites, and wrongful death, and has recovered millions for her clients. She is a member of several bar associations and was recognized as a '10 Best Attorney - Client Satisfaction' by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys.

Steven A. Elia established Elia Law Firm in 2001. Since then, he has focused on plaintiff’s personal injury, civil litigation and business transactional matters. Mr. Elia has handled over 1,000 personal injury cases, obtaining excellent results. He has extensive litigation experience having appeared at more than 1,000 civil hearings including jury and bench trials, over 500 depositions, and hundreds of mediations. Some of his cases have made national and local headlines. He has prosecuted and defended many substantial civil matters in both state and federal courts. In some instances, his cases have included litigating various complex cases in simultaneous state and federal proceedings.

Russell Kohn

Russell S. Kohn is an Of Counsel attorney at Skolnick Law Group, specializing in personal injury. He earned his JD from the University of Arizona in 1984 and was admitted to practice in Arizona (1984, inactive) and California (1985). Mr. Kohn is known for his client-focused approach, personally handling cases and empathizing with clients. He has been recognized by Super Lawyers® Magazine and served as President of the Bar Association of Northern San Diego County.

James F. Sexton

During the first 10 years of his legal practice, James F. Sexton, Esq. represented insurance companies, defending them against claims from persons injured in car accidents and at work. In 2001, Mr. Sexton decided he would rather help people than advocate against them. Mr. Sexton now represents car accident victims and injured workers against the insurance companies and is dedicated to protecting his clients’ legal rights. He is an ethical and dedicated individual who strives to be the most honest and professional attorney around, communicating effectively with clients in English and Spanish.

Ryan Sargent

Ryan Sargent is the owner and founder of Sargent Law Firm Injury Lawyers. Ryan was born and raised in southern California. Ryan’s mission for his law firm is to help people who have suffered injury or death by providing access to the highest level of legal representation, medical treatment, and financial compensation. Ryan attended undergraduate at Point Loma Nazarene University, and received his Juris Doctorate from Thomas Jefferson School of Law. Ryan took both the California State Bar and Idaho State Bar, and is a licensed attorney in both California and Idaho. After law school Ryan started working at a personal injury law firm, and fulfilled his dream of starting his own law firm just three years later. Sargent Law Firm was founded in 2011, and has represented thousands of people, and obtained over $40,000,000.00 in settlements, judgments, and verdicts for clients. Ryan has also provided thousands of hours in pro bono legal work, and donates a portion of the firm’s profits to local non profit organizations. Ryan is known for his genuine empathy for his clients, and generosity in the community. His goal for the law firm is to help clients navigate the complexity and difficulty of an injury claim, provide the SLF team with a positive & fulfilling place to work, and give back to the communities in which he lives and works. While Ryan has been very successful in his legal career, he is most proud of being a devoted husband and wonderful father. He lives in Carlsbad, CA and Coeur d’alene, ID with his wife, Erika, daughter Aubrey, and sons Maverick and Lincoln. When Ryan is not practicing law, he enjoys surfing, running, mountain biking, BMX, coaching his kids’ teams, camping, and enjoying the outdoors with his friends & family.