Business Details
Trusted Defense Litigation Attorneys in Southern California
Reback McAndrews & Kjar is a litigation defense firm with decades of combined experience in civil litigation, professional liability, and employment law. Our team of seasoned trial attorneys has secured over 200 defense jury verdicts, leveraging deep expertise in insurance law, medical malpractice, and business litigation. We prioritize client-specific strategies, recognizing that each case requires tailored solutions to achieve efficient, cost-effective outcomes. Our attorneys, recognized by prestigious organizations like the American College of Trial Lawyers, bring a unique perspective shaped by extensive courtroom experience and academic contributions. We maintain strong relationships with medical and legal institutions, ensuring access to top-tier consultants and experts.Our practice spans complex areas including elder abuse, risk management, and legal malpractice, supported by a litigation support system featuring forensic analysts and medical consultants. We emphasize proactive risk management, helping clients develop policies to prevent employment-related claims and foster productive workplaces. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our track record of successful defense verdicts and ongoing participation in legal education initiatives. We serve clients across Southern California from our Manhattan Beach office, maintaining proximity to key judicial venues. This combination of experience, resources, and client focus positions us to deliver superior legal representation in high-stakes litigation matters.
Services
Medical Malpractice Defense
Legal Malpractice Defense
Dental Malpractice Defense
Accountancy Malpractice Defense
Employment Law Defense
Insurance Coverage Litigation
Risk Management Consulting
Elder Abuse Defense
Business Litigation
Professional Liability Defense
Highlights and features
- We have over 100 years of combined civil litigation trial experience.
- Our firm has obtained over 200 defense jury verdicts in recent years.
- We provide 24/7 personalized client communication and case strategy development.
- Our attorneys lecture at top law schools and medical institutions nationwide.
- We maintain relationships with prominent medical and legal experts for case support.
Associations and certifications
- American College of Trial Lawyers
- American Board of Trial Advocates
- International Academy of Trial Lawyers
- Litigation Counsel of America
Services
Medical Malpractice Defense
Our medical malpractice defense team represents healthcare providers in civil and administrative proceedings. We handle cases involving physicians, nurses, hospitals, and medical groups, focusing on aggressive, cost-effective defense strategies. With access to prominent medical experts, we evaluate complex cases and achieve favorable verdicts through trial or arbitration.
Legal Malpractice Defense
We defend legal professionals against malpractice claims and State Bar proceedings. Our services include representation in cases involving personal injury, family law, and business litigation matters. We work closely with attorney clients to develop strategic defenses while maintaining professional confidentiality and reputation.
Employment Law Defense
Our employment law practice defends businesses against discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination claims. We provide litigation support and risk management solutions, including policy development and workplace training programs to prevent employment-related legal disputes.
Risk Management Consulting
We develop customized risk management programs to help businesses avoid litigation. Our services include policy implementation, workplace audits, and training programs focused on employment law compliance and minimizing potential legal exposure in various industries.
Dental Malpractice Defense
We represent dental professionals in malpractice claims across all specialties. Our team combines dental industry knowledge with civil litigation expertise to defend cases involving orthodontics, oral surgery, and cosmetic dentistry through trial or arbitration proceedings.
People
Robert C. Reback
Senior Partner
Senior partner with extensive trial experience in defense litigation, focusing on complex medical malpractice and professional liability cases. Active member of leading trial lawyer organizations.
Thomas F. McAndrews
Senior Partner
Senior partner specializing in insurance law and coverage disputes. Brings decades of experience in representing healthcare providers and legal professionals in high-stakes litigation matters.
Raymond L. Blessey
Senior Partner
Senior partner with significant trial experience in civil litigation. Member of the American College of Trial Lawyers, focusing on defense strategies for healthcare and legal professionals.
Evan N. Okamura
Partner
Partner admitted to the California Bar in 2010, specializing in complex litigation matters. Contributes expertise in insurance law and professional liability defense cases.
Carrie H. Weinstein
Associate
Associate with over two decades of experience representing healthcare providers in complex litigation matters. Focuses on medical malpractice defense and risk management solutions for healthcare institutions.
Questions
What areas of law does Reback, McAndrews & Blessey specialize in?
We specialize in medical malpractice defense, legal malpractice, dental malpractice, employment law, insurance litigation, and professional liability cases across Southern California.
How experienced is your legal team in trial litigation?
Our attorneys have over 100 years of combined trial experience and have secured more than 200 defense jury verdicts in complex litigation matters.
Do you handle cases outside of medical and legal malpractice?
Yes, we also handle business litigation, employment law defense, accountancy malpractice, and elder abuse cases with the same aggressive, results-driven approach.
What risk management services do you offer to businesses?
We develop customized policies to prevent employment claims, conduct workplace audits, and provide training programs to minimize litigation risks for businesses.
How do you support clients during complex litigation?
We provide 24/7 client communication, expert witness coordination, forensic financial analysis, and strategic litigation support tailored to each case's specific needs.
