Atty. Jonathan H. Colman

Atty. Jonathan H. Colman

Jonathan H. Colman has been practicing law in California since 1980 and is the managing attorney for Colman Law Group.

Glendale Glendale 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Jonathan H. Colman at a glance

Jonathan H. Colman is a Member based in Glendale, California, practicing at Colman Law Group. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, construction, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in California (1980). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D. Cum, 1980) and University of California, Los Angeles (B.A. Cum, 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Central and Eastern Districts) United States Court of Appeals (Ninth Circuit) Risk and Insurance Management Society (RIMS) Claims and Litigation Management Alliance (CLM) International Association of Special Investigation Units – Legal Advocate Southern C, United States District Court of California. Serands clients in Glendale, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jonathan H. Colman has been practicing law in California since 1980 and is the managing attorney for Colman Law Group
  • He is rated AV Preeminent® by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest peer rating for lawyers in the United States
  • His practice includes the defense and investigation of suspect insurance claims, including MIST (minimum impact soft tissue automobile losses), premises liability (slip and fall, food-foreign objects), first and third party automobile claims (including uninsured motorist and staged accidents) and automobile theft and arson (examinations under oath)
  • Jon has represented numerous insurance carriers in first party claims (commercial, homeowners, rental, watercraft, jewelry), from property and arson to business interruption and suspicious mold claims.Phi Alpha Delta
  • Order of the Barristers
  • Member, Moot Court Board of Governors, 1979-1980
  • Instructor, National Insurance Crime Bureau, Special Investigators Academy

Arbitrator

  • American Arbitration Association
  • Los Angeles Superior Court
  • Sacramento Superior Court
  • Los Angeles Municipal Court
  • Referee, Los Angeles Superior Court, West District
  • Judge Pro Tem, Los Angeles Municipal Court

Practice Areas Explained

Jonathan H. Colman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan H. Colman 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.

Jonathan H. Colman is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Jonathan H. Colman is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Jonathan H. Colman is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

Construction Law

Jonathan H. Colman is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in California →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Jonathan H. Colman is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in California →

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 Glendale 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 Jonathan H. Colman

Where is Jonathan H. Colman's law office located?
Jonathan H. Colman's law practice is located in Glendale, California. The firm is Colman Law Group. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jonathan H. Colman handle?
Jonathan H. Colman focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, construction, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Jonathan H. Colman practiced law?
Jonathan H. Colman has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Jonathan H. Colman go to law school?
Jonathan H. Colman earned their education at (J.D. Cum, 1980); (B.A. Cum, 1975).
How can I contact Jonathan H. Colman for a consultation?
You can contact Jonathan H. Colman 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 Jonathan H. Colman received?
Jonathan H. Colman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Cum
Southwestern University School of Law
- 1980
B.A. Cum
University of California, Los Angeles
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1980

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