Gregory A. Yates

At the forefront of The Law Firm of Gregory A. Yates, P.C., located in Encino, California, is the esteemed attorney Gregory A. Yates. Focusing on personal injury law, he handles cases involving catastrophic injuries, serious motor vehicle accidents and wrongful death claims. With over 51 years of legal experience, he offers not only profound competence but also a distinctive and strategic approach to each case, whether large or small. His track record of success is unparalleled, often achieving outcomes that others deemed impossible, particularly in cases involving defective products, landlord negligence and automobile accidents.

Mr. Yates is renowned for his exceptional success rate in California, driven by his unwavering commitment to winning for his clients. Notably, he represented 60 individuals in lawsuits against the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), exposing corruption within the Rampart division. His efforts have led to significant changes, including product recalls and redesigns due to his work in motor vehicle defect and product liability cases. He has also successfully managed over 100 traumatic brain injury cases, showcasing his skill in complex catastrophic injury litigation.

Rated “10.0” on Avvo and holding an AV Preeminent* peer-review rating through Martindale-Hubbell, Mr. Yates has received numerous accolades. He was a finalist for the Consumer Attorneys Of California Trial Lawyer of the Year in 2004 for his pivotal role in LAPD reform and was named California Lawyer of the Year by California Lawyer magazine in 1997 for influencing police department policies on handling domestic violence. Additionally, he was nominated as the Consumers Attorneys Association of Los Angeles Trial Lawyer of the Year in 1999 for securing a significant verdict in a product liability case involving a young boy injured by a washing machine.

*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.