Atty. Steven Jay Kleifield
Steven Jay Kleifield is a lawyer practicing major personal injury litigation, insurance bad faith, products liability and 7 other areas of law. Steven received a A.B. degree from Washington University in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years.
Insurance Bad Faith & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 46+ Years Experience
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About Steven Jay Kleifield at a Glance
Steven Jay Kleifield is a Supr. Ct. J. based in Los Angeles, California. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, sexual harassment, personal injury, employment, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in California (1980), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1980), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1989), and U.S. Supreme Court (1992). Educated at George Washington University, National Law Center (J.D., 1979) and Washington University (A.B., 1975). Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Steven Jay Kleifield
- Steven Jay Kleifield is a lawyer practicing major personal injury litigation, insurance bad faith, products liability and 7 other areas of law
- Steven received a A.B. degree from Washington University in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Steven practices in Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Steven Jay Kleifield's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven Jay Kleifield handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Wrongful Termination in Los Angeles
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Sexual Harassment in Los Angeles
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Personal Injury in Los Angeles
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.
Steven Jay Kleifield is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →
Employment Law in Los Angeles
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Steven Jay Kleifield is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Slip & Fall / Premises Liability in Los Angeles
Steven Jay Kleifield is one of 29,187 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
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 venue, 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.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Los Angeles Choose Steven Jay Kleifield
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Steven Jay Kleifield's practice in the field of wrongful termination, sexual harassment, personal injury, employment, and slip & fall.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Steven Jay Kleifield brings 46+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, U.S. District Court, Central District of California, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California, Steven Jay Kleifield can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful termination, sexual harassment, and personal injury, Steven Jay Kleifield can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means Steven Jay Kleifield attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Steven Jay Kleifield Handles in Los Angeles
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Steven Jay Kleifield has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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