Michael A. Akselrud

Michael A. Akselrud: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs Attorney in Los Angeles, California

Michael A. Akselrud is a personal injury litigation attorney based in Los Angeles, California. With over a decade of experience, Michael specializes in handling complex and high-stakes cases involving personal injury claims. He has an extensive track record of success in both state and federal courts.

Practice Areas

• Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Michael's practice areas include:

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Credentials and Education

• Bachelor's Degree: Business Administration, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA, 2010
• J.D. Degree: Juris Doctorate (J.D.), University of California - San Diego, La Jolla, CA, 2015

Michael is licensed to practice in all California State and Federal Courts.

Firms

• The Lanier Law Firm, Los Angeles, CA

Affiliations

• Best Lawyers in America: Recognized since 2020 for his expertise in Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs.

Recognized Since

Michael A. Akselrud was first recognized as a Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyer by LawDragon 500 in 2024 and has been named to the Super Lawyers list since 2016.

When Michael isn’t grinding away at the office, he can be found walking his dog Ruby with his wife Sara and cheering for the Los Angeles Clippers, the city’s true NBA franchise. He recently achieved a groundbreaking verdict in which a jury awarded $4.69 billion to 22 women and their families who claimed decades of daily use of Johnson & Johnson’s talcum powder products caused their ovarian cancer.

Michael believes that every client deserves a dedicated and passionate advocate, committed to pursuing the best possible outcome for his or her case. His approach is grounded in empathy, thorough research, and strategic representation.