Overview
The Law Offices of Michels & Lew specializes in medical malpractice, catastrophic personal injury and child sexual abuse. For over 40 years, Mr. Michels and his firm have achieved some of the highest verdicts and settlements in California for birth injuries, wrongful death, spinal cord injuries, child drownings and sexual assault. Mr. Michels is an elected member of the American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys and the American Board of Trial Advocates. He is a past president of the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles and was named their Trial Lawyer of the Year in 2003. Mr. Michels has also been recognized as one of the top 100 Medical Malpractice attorneys in Southern California by Super Lawyer.
Rankings
Regional
Los Angeles
Tier
1
Los Angeles
Medical Malpractice Law - PlaintiffsTier
1
Los Angeles
Personal Injury Litigation - PlaintiffsTier
2
Los Angeles
Professional Malpractice Law - PlaintiffsTier
3
Los Angeles
Appellate PracticeFirm Leadership
Martin P. Weniz
Of Counsel
Philip Michels
Owner
Rankings
Regional
Los Angeles
Tier
1
Los Angeles
Medical Malpractice Law - PlaintiffsTier
1
Los Angeles
Personal Injury Litigation - PlaintiffsTier
2
Los Angeles
Professional Malpractice Law - PlaintiffsTier
3
Los Angeles
Appellate PracticePractice Areas
Philip Michels APLC has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 4 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
- Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- Professional Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®
Philip Michels APLC proudly has 1 lawyer recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
Awards
Philip Michels APLC is honored to be recognized for excellence by Best Law Firms and other leading legal industry organizations. Our rankings and awards reflect the dedication, skill, and results our attorneys deliver across a wide range of practice areas. In addition to our Best Law Firms awards, Philip Michels APLC has earned accolades from respected national and regional publications for outstanding legal service and professional achievement. Explore our awards below to learn more about how Philip Michels APLC continues to set the standard for quality legal representation.
Trial Lawyer of the Year - Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
Super Lawyer
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Super Lawyer
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Super Lawyer
Best Lawyer in America
Best Lawyer in America
Best Lawyer in America
Best Lawyer in America
Best Lawyer in America
Super Lawyer
Super Lawyer
Super Lawyer
Top 100 Medical Malpractice Attorneys in Southern California
Best Lawyer in America
Best Lawyer in America
Best Lawyer in America
Super Lawyer
Best Lawyer in America
Best Lawyer in America
Offices & Contacts
Santa Monica, CA
401 Wilshire Boulevard 12th Floor
Santa Monica, CA 90025-1543
United States