Laura Sedrish

Laura Sedrish stands out as a distinguished partner at Jacoby & Meyers, recognized statewide in California for her unparalleled achievements in personal injury law. With a career that spans two decades, Laura has garnered a reputation for securing significant settlements and verdicts that show her legal prowess and dedication to justice. Beyond her professional achievements, Laura’s contribution to mentoring and advocating for women in the legal field highlights her commitment to community and equality.

Her journey is marked by notable accolades, including a consistent “Super Lawyer” rating and recognition in the “Top 50 Women” Super Lawyers, illustrating her standing in the legal community. Laura’s background is equally impressive; she holds a a B.S. from Duke University, a J.D. from UCLA Law School, and an LLM in Alternative Dispute Resolution from Pepperdine Caruso School of Law.

Laura extends her influence through active participation in prominent legal associations, serving on the Board of Governors for both the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles (CAALA) and the Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC), amongst other vital roles. Her licensure in both California and Nevada, complemented by her involvement in shaping legal advocacy, marks her as a formidable figure in the pursuit of justice.

As a mother, speaker, and mentor, Laura embodies resilience, expertise, and commitment to law and community, making her a guiding force and an inspiration in the legal profession.

Memberships & Associations

• California Bar
• Nevada Bar
• Board of Governors of Consumer Attorney of Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles (CAALA)
• Board Member of Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC)
• Member of American Association for Justice (AAJ)
• Member of Nevada Justice Association (NJA)
• Founding Board Chairman and General Counsel of Greenway Arts Alliance, Inc.
• California Top 10 Settlements Personal Injury – 2019
• Top 10 Attorney and practice magazine’s – 2020
• Super Lawyers – Laura Frank Sedrish | 5 Years
• Super Lawyers Top 50 Women | Southern California
• Super Lawyers Top 100 | Southern California
• Daily Journal – Top 100 Women Lawyers

Verdicts & Settlements

• $19 Million | Ride Share Passenger vs. Auto / Quadriplegic
• $13 Million | Wrongful Death vs. City
• $11.9 Million | Wrongful Death vs. Truck
• $11 Million | Motorcycle vs. Truck / Paraplegic
• $10.75 Million | Wrongful Death vs. Truck
• $9.248 Million | Auto vs. Pedestrian / Spinal Cord Injury
• $6.7 Million | Auto vs. Pedestrian
• $6.025 Million | Negligence Security
• $6 Million | Auto vs. Pedestrian
• $4.55 Million | Auto vs. Truck
• $4.5 Million | Dealership Liability
• $4 Million | Auto Product Liability
• $3.675 Million | Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
• $3.45 Million | Auto vs. Auto
• $3.25 Million | Wrongful Death Premises Liability
• $3.15 Million | Construction Site Accident
• $2.8 Million | Wrongful Death / Drowning
• $2.8 Million | Wrongful Death / Faulty Skylight
• $2.6 Million | Wrongful Death vs. City
• $2.5 Million | Traumatic Brain Injury
• $2.05 Million | Wrongful Death / Freeway Hazard
• $2 Million | Wrongful Death / Fire
• $2 Million | School District / Negligent Supervision
• $1.955 Million | Premises Liability vs. City
• $1.85 Million | Truck vs. Truck
• $1.80 Million | Civil Rights
• $1.65 Million | Amputation / Workplace Accident
• $1.35 Million | Assault & Battery by Police Officer
• $1.15 Million | Auto vs. Auto / Spinal Cord Injury
• $1.10 Million | Auto vs. Auto
• $1 Million | Product Liability / Horseback Riding