Daniel J. Rafii

Daniel J. Rafii is a highly accomplished trial attorney known for representing individuals in personal injury and employment matters. His legal career is marked by aggressive advocacy and a results-driven approach, including multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements that reflect his commitment to justice for injured clients and workers facing unfair treatment.

Daniel earned his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Santa Barbara. He then attended Thomas Jefferson School of Law, where he graduated summa cum laude. His educational background laid the groundwork for a strong legal foundation, which he has applied to complex litigation and high-stakes courtroom battles.

Daniel began his legal career at the San Diego Superior Court, followed by experience at a boutique litigation firm in Los Angeles. Motivated by a personal tragedy involving a friend’s family, he redirected his career focus to helping individuals stand up against large companies and insurance carriers that often try to avoid responsibility.

Daniel has been recognized for his trial excellence as a member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. He was also named among the “Top 100 Trial Lawyers” and included in the “Top 40 Under 40” list by The National Trial Lawyers. These honors reflect his strong reputation among both peers and clients.

Daniel has secured notable results, such as a $10.5 million verdict in a wrongful death case against CBS Studios and a $1.725 million settlement in a premises liability matter. He also successfully resolved high-profile cases involving negligent entrustment and police excessive force, helping victims and their families obtain justice.

Daniel J. Rafii is admitted to practice law in California and the U.S. District Court, Southern District of California. He communicates fluently in English, Spanish, and Farsi, allowing him to connect with clients from diverse backgrounds while delivering trusted legal support.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder & CEO, Rafii & Associates, P.C.
• Member, Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
• Member, American Association of Justice
• Member, Los Angeles Trial Lawyers’ Charities

Licensed State

• California

Education

• Thomas Jefferson School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of California

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