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Bruce M. Brusavich 
Torrance, California
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phone (310) 793-1400
fax (310) 793-1499
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Bruce M. Brusavich graduated from the Southwestern University School of Law, receiving his Juris Doctorate degree in 1980. He demonstrated his commitment to excellence from a young age. He has consistently done more than has been required of him -- an attitude he brings to each case.

Mr. Brusavich earned his A.S. in automotive engineering in a special 5-year high school/junior college program. He went on to earn his bachelor's degrees in political science from Cal State University at Los Angeles.

Under a special accelerated program at Southwestern (Southwestern's Conceptual Approach to Legal Education Program, or S.C.A.L.E.), which was an innovative approach to a legal education emphasizing the application of legal theories to practical skills, he was able to complete his law degree in just two years. He became a partner in the law firm of AgnewBrusavich at age 28.

Mr. Brusavich is tenacious, determined, and genuinely concerned for his clients. He is known for going the extra mile, spending whatever is necessary, using models and creative exhibits when relevant, and conveying to judges and juries the concern he has for the people he represents. Mr. Brusavich was named Trial Lawyer of the Year by the Los Angeles Trial Lawyers Association (LATLA) in 1992 because of his outstanding work representing injured clients.

Mr. Brusavich is a highly active member of the legal community. He belongs to and has held leadership positions in a number of organizations, including Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC) President, 2003; Consumer Attorneys of Los Angeles (CAALA) President, 1996; the Los Angeles County Bar Association; the American Association for Justice and Public Justice.  He is often asked to lecture at Continuing Legal Education Programs, to testify before the legislature and serve as an expert witness.

Filled with energy, creativity, insight, and compassion, Bruce Brusavich is the ideal lawyer for your case. His experience, record of success, no-holds-barred approach to law, and dedication to his clients set him apart.

Areas of Practice:
Personal Injury Trial Lawyer
Insurance Bad Faith
Business Litigation
Elder Abuse
Professional Malpractice
Product Liability
Wrongful Death
Bar Admissions:
California, 1980
Education:
Southwestern University School of Law, Los Angeles, California, 1980
J.D.


California State University, Los Angeles, California, 1978
B.A.


Don Bosco Technical Institute, A.S.


Published Works:
Preparing for Cross-Examination at Trial, Consumer Attorneys of California Forum Magazine, November, 2006


Getting the Most Bang for Your Buck at Mediation, Consumer Attorneys of California Forum Magazine, January/February, 2004


The Gray Davis Administration Comes to a Historic End, Consumer Attorneys of California Forum Magazine, November, 2003


The Alliance For Better Business Celebrates Its Second Anniversary, Consumer Attorneys of California Forum Magazine, July/August, 2004


Reforming Fast Track and Restoring Civility Between the Bench and Bar, Consumer Attorneys of California Forum Magazine, May, 2003


Federal Tort Deform - MICRA for All, Justice for None, Consumer Attorneys of California Forum Magazine, March, 2003


A Two-Year Statute of Limitations and Summary Judgment Reform, Consumer Attorneys of California Forum Magazine, October, 2002


Proving Economic Damages Without an Economist, Los Angeles Trial Lawyers Association Advocate, May, 1988


Representative Cases:
Juarez v. Superior Court of Los Angeles County, 31 Cal3d 759, 647, P.2d 128 (Cal. 1982)
Rojas v. Superior Court, 33 Cal,4th 407 (2004)
Honors and Awards:
"Best Lawyers in America" by Best Lawyers and American Lawyer Media


"Southern California Super Lawyers", Law & Politics Media Los Angeles Magazine


"The 100 Most Influential Attorneys in the State of California", Los Angeles Daily Journal


"Top 50 L.A. Lawyers Who Stand Out", Los Angeles Business Journal


"Top 50 L.A. Lawyers Who Stand Out", Los Angeles Daily Journal, May 24, 1993 - November 14, 2002


"Trial Lawyer of the Year", Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles


Southern California Trial Lawyer of the Year, Verdictum Juris


Among the Top 3,000 Plaintiff Lawyers, America by Law Dragon


2005 Consumer Attorneys of California Edward I. Pollock Award, Outstanding Accomplishments on Behalf of Consumers, 2005


2004 Consumer Attorneys of California Marvin E. Lewis Award, Guidance and Leadership of Consumer Attorneys of California, 2004


2000 - Ted Horn Memorial Award, Consumer Attorneys Association of California, 2000


Professional Associations and Memberships:
Judicial Council of California Civil and Small Claims Advisory Committee, 2006 - Present
Member


Los Angeles Superior Court AB 3300/3820 Committee, 1992 - 2002
Member


Los Angeles Superior Court Civil Central Improvement Task Force, 1999
Member


Los Angeles Superior Court Panel
Member


Los Angeles Superior Court Panel
Volunteer Arbitrators and Mediators


AB 2069 Subcommittee of the Standing Committee on Professional Responsibility and Conduct, 2001
Member


Judicial Council AB 329 Task Force, 2001
Member


South Bay Bar Association
Member


Consumer Attorneys of California, 2003
President


American Associates for Justice
Leader's Forum Member


Consumer Attorneys of Los Angeles, 1996
President


America's Public Interest Law Firm
Public Justice


American Board of Trial Advocates
Advocate Member


Ten-Million Dollar Lawyer's Club


2003 Judicial Council Blue Ribbon Panel of Experts on the Fair and Efficient Administration of Civil Cases
Consultant


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