Martin J. Kaufman

Martin J. Kaufman is a highly respected trial attorney with over three decades of experience in personal injury, civil rights, business litigation, and employment law. As the founder of The Kaufman Law Firm, he is dedicated to fighting for those who cannot fight for themselves. Martin has secured millions of dollars in recoveries for his clients and has successfully litigated against some of the largest corporations in the world. His expertise spans complex litigation, entertainment, real estate, and intellectual property matters, making him a sought-after advocate for individuals and businesses.

Martin earned his Juris Doctor from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, graduating with distinction in 1991. He was an editor for The Transnational Lawyer, the International Law Review, during law school. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of California, Irvine, earning a B.A. in Political Science cum laude while excelling as a varsity athlete and scholar. His academic background laid the foundation for a distinguished legal career that spanned corporate and litigation roles.

Before founding The Kaufman Law Firm, Martin was a senior partner at Lee & Kaufman, LLP, where he represented major clients such as Honda North America, Nordstrom, and Asiana Airlines while developing a thriving consumer rights practice. Prior to that, he served as corporate counsel for Honda North America, amassing a stellar trial record of 13-1 and managing high-exposure product liability cases. He began his career at Pillsbury Madison & Sutro, representing Fortune 500 companies, including Chevron, Ford, and Bank of America.

Martin J. Kaufman is an AV-rated trial attorney and recognized Super Lawyer, admitted to practice in all California federal courts. He is an active member of the California State Bar, American Bar Association, and Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles. Beyond litigating complex cases, Martin has shown strong community and business leadership as former Chairman of the Board for the Wilshire Center Chamber of Commerce and as a long-standing member of Rotary International. Known for his relentless advocacy and strategic legal approach, Martin delivers results-driven representation that consistently makes a meaningful impact on his clients and the broader legal community.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, The Kaufman Law Firm, APC
• Member, California State Bar
• Member, America Bar Association
• Member, Los Angeles County Bar Association
• Member, Consumer Attorney’s Association of Los Angeles
• Member, Rotary International

Licensed State

• California

Education

• University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of California
  BA in Political Science with Cum Laude

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