
Peter Lawrence Kaufman, Class Action Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 24 years of legal practice · focused on Class Action, Litigation, and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
AttorneyatPanish Shea Ravipudi Llp
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing class action in Los Angeles since 2002.
- 24+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Peter Lawrence Kaufman is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Class Action, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Peter has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Panish Shea Ravipudi Llp. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 24 years
- Known for
- Class Action · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles Class Action, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 24 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Peter Lawrence Kaufman: Peter Lawrence Kaufman is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Class Action, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Peter has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Panish Shea Ravipudi Llp. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Peter's practice areas in Los Angeles
Peter concentrates on class action, litigation, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Peter handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Class Action
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Class Action cases in Los Angeles, California
Peter takes class action matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Peter agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California
Peter takes litigation matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Peter agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Los Angeles, California
Peter takes personal injury matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Peter agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Los Angeles, California
Peter takes product liability matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Peter agrees to represent you.
Biography
Peter Lawrence Kaufman, class action attorney serving Los Angeles
Peter Lawrence Kaufman is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Class Action, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Peter has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Panish Shea Ravipudi Llp. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Peter works from Los Angeles, California and takes on class action matters across the region.
Mr. Peter Lawrence Kaufman is a lawyer practicing drug and medical device litigation, mass torts, class actions and 1 other area of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1996, and has been licensed for 24 years. Peter practices at Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
Working with Peter on a class action matter
Mr. Peter Lawrence Kaufman is a lawyer practicing drug and medical device litigation, mass torts, class actions and 1 other area of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1996, and has been licensed for 24 years. Peter practices at Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
Clients Peter works with
Peter reviews new inquiries case-by-case for class action, litigation, and personal injury matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Peter studied and practices
University of Florida
J.D. · 2001
University of Wisconsin-Madison
B.A. · 1996
Jurisdictions
Peter's state bar admissions
California U.S. Dist
2010 · ACTIVE
Florida
2002 · ACTIVE
Peter studied at J.D. in University of Florida and B.A. in University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Law school and academic background
Peter completed J.D. in University of Florida and B.A. in University of Wisconsin-Madison. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Peter runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Peter's legal honors and published work
Peter has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Peter's professional memberships and bar associations
The Florida Bar State Bar of California
membership
Locations
Peter Lawrence Kaufman's office in Los Angeles
Peter's primary office is at 11111 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 700, Los Angeles, CA, 90025. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Panish Shea Ravipudi Llp
11111 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 700
Los Angeles, CA 90025
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Client reviews of Peter Lawrence Kaufman — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Peter. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing class action attorneys in Los Angeles.
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How to hire Peter Lawrence Kaufman — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new class action attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Peter usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Peter charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Peter's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Peter will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a class action attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many class action matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Peter
Peter discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in class action practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every class action matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Peter confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Peter's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many class action practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Peter Lawrence Kaufman
How much does it cost to hire Peter for a class action case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Peter walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Peter offer a free consultation?
Peter charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Peter's office. Some class action attorneys offer free consults — check Peter's current terms during booking.
How long do class action cases in California typically take?
Simple class action matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Peter gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Peter take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Peter is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Peter will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Peter?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Peter will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Peter accepting new class action clients right now?
Peter's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Class Action attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Peter handles class action matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified class action attorneys in that community.
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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