Atty. Daniel W. "Dan" Dunbar

Atty. Daniel W. "Dan" Dunbar

A practicing trial attorney for over thirty years, Dan Dunbar has obtained tens of millions of dollars for his clients in verdicts and settlements in personal injury, product liability and pharmaceutical cases. Over Mr.

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About Daniel W. "Dan" Dunbar at a glance

Daniel W. "Dan" Dunbar is a personal injury and product liability attorney based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP. Educated at Loyola Marymount University (J.D., 1981). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • A practicing trial attorney for over thirty years, Dan Dunbar has obtained tens of millions of dollars for his clients in verdicts and settlements in personal injury, product liability and pharmaceutical cases
  • Over Mr. Dunbar’s career, he has personally represented over 5,000 clients involved in personal injury claims, including 1,100 women injured by the Dalkon Shield intrauterine device
  • Mr. Dunbar is an “AV” rated lawyer, which is the highest rating established by Martindale-Hubbell’s law directory and has been named to Best Lawyers since 2016
  • Prior to joining Panish Shea & Boyle LLP, Mr. Dunbar had his own practice in Torrance, California for a number of years
  • Earlier in his career, he was an attorney with the Beverly Hills office of Melvin Belli, Sr., a pioneer in the field of plaintiffs’ personal injury
  • Following Mr. Dunbar’s tenure with the Belli Firm, he became partners with David S. Sabih, a prominent trial attorney throughout the State of California
  • Mr. Dunbar graduated from Loyola Law School in 1981 and obtained his undergraduate degree from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo in June of 1978

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel W. "Dan" Dunbar's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel W. "Dan" Dunbar handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

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Product Liability

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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 Los Angeles 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 Daniel W. "Dan" Dunbar

Where is Daniel W. "Dan" Dunbar's law office located?
Daniel W. "Dan" Dunbar's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel W. "Dan" Dunbar handle?
Daniel W. "Dan" Dunbar focuses on personal injury, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
Where did Daniel W. "Dan" Dunbar go to law school?
Daniel W. "Dan" Dunbar earned their education at (J.D., 1981).
How can I contact Daniel W. "Dan" Dunbar for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Daniel W. "Dan" Dunbar received?
Daniel W. "Dan" Dunbar's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs.

Education

J.D.
Loyola Marymount University
- 1981

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
- 2026

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