Atty. Carl Edwin Douglas

Atty. Carl Edwin Douglas

Carl Edwin Douglas is a lawyer practicing personal injury, business litigation, entertainment litigation and 6 other areas of law. Carl received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Beverly Hills Beverly Hills 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Carl Edwin Douglas at a glance

Carl Edwin Douglas is a Member based in Beverly Hills, California, practicing at Carl E Douglas. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in California (1981), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1981), U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1987), and U.S. Supreme Court (1988). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California (J.D., 1980) and Northwestern University (B.S. Political, 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Los Angeles County and American Bar Association State Bar of California California Association of Black Lawyers John M and Langston Bar Association. Serands clients in Beverly Hills, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Carl Edwin Douglas is a lawyer practicing personal injury, business litigation, entertainment litigation and 6 other areas of law
  • Carl received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Carl practices at Carl E. Douglas in Beverly Hills, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Carl Edwin Douglas's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Carl Edwin Douglas handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Death

Carl Edwin Douglas is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in California →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Carl Edwin Douglas is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Carl Edwin Douglas is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in California →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Carl Edwin Douglas is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Beverly Hills are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Carl Edwin Douglas

Where is Carl Edwin Douglas's law office located?
Carl Edwin Douglas's law practice is located in Beverly Hills, California. The firm is Carl E Douglas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Carl Edwin Douglas handle?
Carl Edwin Douglas focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Carl Edwin Douglas practiced law?
Carl Edwin Douglas has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Carl Edwin Douglas go to law school?
Carl Edwin Douglas earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S. Political, 1977).
How can I contact Carl Edwin Douglas for a consultation?
You can contact Carl Edwin Douglas directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Carl Edwin Douglas received?
Carl Edwin Douglas's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California
- 1980
B.S. Political
Northwestern University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1988

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