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Michael A. Akselrud represents clients in Westlake Village, California across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
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About Michael A. Akselrud
Michael A. Akselrud is an associate at The Lanier Law Firm in Los Angeles, specializing in business litigation, personal injury and products liability. He joined the Lanier family in 2012 as a law clerk and member of the firm’s pharmaceutical litigation team. Michael was named by Super Lawyers as a Rising Star in Southern California since 2016. In 2020 Michael was named to the LawDragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers, one of the most respected guides to the legal profession. Michael is licensed to practice in all California State and Federal Courts. Recently, Michael was an integral part of The Lanier Law Firm trial team that achieved a groundbreaking verdict in which a jury awarded $4.69 billion to 22 women and their families who alleged that decades of daily use of Johnson & Johnson’s (NYSE: JNJ) asbestos-laden talcum powder products caused their ovarian cancer.
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.
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Loyola Marymount University
J.D. · 2012
University of California - San Diego
B.A.
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California
2012 · ACTIVE
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Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers, 2024
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers Rising Star in Southern California since 2016
2026
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What areas of law does Michael A. Akselrud practice?
Michael A. Akselrud focuses on Personal Injury.
Where is Michael A. Akselrud located?
Michael A. Akselrud primarily serves clients in Westlake Village, California, with an office at 2829 Townsgate Road, Suite 100.
How experienced is Michael A. Akselrud?
Michael A. Akselrud has 14 years of legal practice, having been licensed since 2012.
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