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Established in 2014.

 

The Law Office of Steve Cortez originally started as a solo-practice in 2014. Since then the practice has grown and has incorporated as a Professional Corporation priding itself on providing highly personalized legal services.

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California Personal Injury Law Firm 

Attorney Steve Cortez started a different kind of law firm — one built around assisting you recover from your personal injuries/damages and to get the greatest possible outcome.

 

As a founding principal of the Law Offices of Steve Cortez, APC, Attorney Cortez has secured millions of dollars for his clients.  His professional life is dedicated to helping any person who has been injured because of someone else’s negligence.  From simple claims to the most complicated claims, Attorney Cortez will fight for you to get the justice you deserve.

 

Mr. Cortez has over 10 years of experience practicing law in California.  Prior to establishing the Firm, Mr. Cortez defended victims of domestic violence in both civil and criminal courts and has represented hundreds of clients in personal injury and workers compensation claims filed by injured plaintiffs.  Given his education, training, and experience, he’s been able to resolve cases other attorneys would not even consider fighting for.  Mr. Cortez aggressively fights for his clients in and out of the courts, which often results in settlements that far exceed expectations.

 

Mr. Cortez is all about standing up for accident victims.  He excels in arbitration and mediation and is overall a powerful negotiator.  Mr. Cortez prides himself on doing whatever is necessary for the benefit of accident victims.  Mr. Cortez is part of a network of plaintiff’s attorneys that collaborate for the greatest possible outcome for his clients, whether its teaming up with law firms to litigate complex cases or to exchange legal theories, ideas, and experiences, he will fight for the greatest possible outcome for accident victims.

Career Highlights
  • Founder/CEO of the Law Offices of Steve Cortez, APC

  • Million$ Recovered for Clients

  • +10 years Practicing Law

  •  Admitted CA Bar

  • Admitted Federal Bar

  • Thomas Jefferson School of Law, Juris Doctorate, Law

  • University of California Los Angeles, Bachelor’s 

  • East Los Angeles College, Associate of Arts

“The end of all education should surely be service to others.”

 

-Cesar E. Chavez

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OURTEAM

We have a team of experienced professionals dedicated to providing you with exceptional service. Our team includes experts in various fields, and we work together to ensure that our clients receive the best possible solutions. Click here to learn more about our team and how we can help you.

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FOUNDER

TRIAL ATTORNEY

ATTORNEY STEVE CORTEZ

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LEGAL ASSISTANT

SOPHIA MENZINGER

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CASE MANAGER

SENIOR PARALEGAL

MARIBEL VERDUGO

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INTAKE SPECIALIST

ROBERT ACOSTA

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PARALEGAL

TIFFANY RIVERA

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LEGAL ASSISTANT

ROSE DEANDA

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