Los Angeles, California · Updated October 2026
Top 3 Lemon Law Attorneys in Los Angeles (2026)
Three Los Angeles lemon law firms compared on Google ratings, buyback experience, languages, hours and what clients say in their reviews. Lemon Law Now is listed first.
- ✓Manufacturer buybacks
- ✓Car replacements
- ✓Cash and keep
- ✓Leased & financed cars
- ✓EV defects
At a glance
Los Angeles lemon law firms compared
| Firm | Google rating | Reviews | Case review | Fees | Spanish | Used cars | Posted hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1Lemon Law Now | ★★★★★ 5.0 | 60 | Free evaluation | Manufacturer pays fees | Call to ask | ✓ | 24 hours (per Google) |
| 2Adam Zolonz, APC | ★★★★½ 4.9 | 191 | Free review | No recovery, no fee | ✓ | ✓ | Weekdays 7am–8pm, weekends 7am–5pm |
| 3The Lemon Law Experts | ★★★★½ 4.7 | 900 | Free consultation | No fee unless they win | ✓ | Call to ask | Call or text 24/7 |
“Call to ask” means the firm does not publish this on its website. Hours are as listed on each firm’s Google Business Profile.
Ratings and review counts from Google, checked October 23, 2026. Hours can change on holidays; call to confirm.
The list
Top 3 lemon law attorneys in Los Angeles
Lemon Law Now – Los Angeles Lemon Law Lawyer
Lemon law matters handled
- New car buybacks
- Used car lemon claims
- Leased vehicle refunds
- Replacement vehicles
- Cash and keep settlements
- EV and recall defects
- Mileage offset disputes
Lemon Law Now is the lemon law practice of Shainfeld Law, led by attorney Brett Shainfeld from an office on N San Vicente Blvd. The firm focuses on California’s Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act and handles buybacks, replacements and cash-and-keep settlements against most major manufacturers, from Mercedes-Benz and BMW to Tesla, Audi and Hyundai. Its process page explains what a buyback can refund for purchased and leased cars, including down payments, monthly payments, loan or lease balances, sales tax, registration and incidental costs like towing and rentals, and it publishes a mileage-offset calculator so owners can estimate the usage deduction. The firm states that the manufacturer pays legal fees, so clients pay nothing out of pocket, and that clients always speak with the attorney who handles their case. Much of the work is done by phone and email, which suits busy drivers anywhere in Los Angeles County.
What clients praise
- Brett Shainfeld is described again and again as responsive, with regular updates and clear explanations of each stage
- Reviewers report manufacturer buybacks on newer EVs, including a Mercedes-Benz EQB battery recall and an Audi Q8 e-tron charging defect
- Clients mention persistence on hard points like the usage (mileage) deduction and options other firms would not explain
Worth knowing
- A small, attorney-led practice: most work happens by phone and email, so ask up front if you want in-person meetings
- Google lists the office as open 24 hours; that reflects phone availability, so confirm a time before visiting
- Mon–Sun Open 24 hours
Why it made the list: Perfect 5.0 Google rating with reviews that name the attorney and describe completed buybacks.
📍 750 N San Vicente Blvd Ste 800, Los Angeles, CA 90069
Law Offices of Adam Zolonz, APC
Lemon law matters handled
- New car buybacks
- Used car lemon claims
- Leased vehicle claims
- Song-Beverly litigation
- Settlements and judgments
The Law Offices of Adam Zolonz, APC (Zolonz & Associates) runs its main office on N Vine St in Hollywood, with a second office listed in Encino. The firm describes itself as full service with an emphasis on consumer litigation under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, and its site explains that California lemon law covers new and used vehicles, purchased or leased, that were sold with an express warranty. It offers a free case review and a no recovery, no fee arrangement, and offers a separate Spanish-language website. The firm says it only takes clients with valid lemon law claims, which keeps its caseload selective. Google lists the longest posted hours of the three firms, including weekends.
What clients praise
- Reviewers say emails were answered in detail, often within 15 minutes to an hour during business hours
- Adam Zolonz is called a straight shooter who sets realistic expectations at the start
- Clients mention Adrien, Jessica and Nadiya by name, and a Chrysler buyback with no out-of-pocket costs
Worth knowing
- The firm states it only represents clients with valid claims, so borderline cases may be turned down
- The website lists Suite 912 while Google lists #315 at the same Vine St building; confirm the suite before visiting
- Mon–Fri 7am–8pm
- Sat–Sun 7am–5pm
Why it made the list: 4.9 rating across 191 Google reviews, posted weekend hours and Spanish-language information.
📍 1680 N Vine St #315, Los Angeles, CA 90028
The Lemon Law Experts
Lemon law matters handled
- Manufacturer buybacks
- Replacement vehicles
- Cash compensation
- EV lemon claims
- Motorcycle claims
- Military exceptions
The Lemon Law Experts (Consumer Law Experts, P.C.) has practiced lemon law since 2009 and operates from W Century Blvd near LAX, serving drivers across California. Founder and managing partner Jessica Anvar leads a team that lists more than 20 attorneys plus multilingual staff, and the Google listing for this office also runs in Spanish as Expertos en Ley Limón. The firm says it has recovered more than $150 million for clients and posts sample settlements by vehicle type, from trucks and SUVs to a motorcycle. It covers a long list of brands, including EV makers such as Tesla, Rivian, Lucid and Polestar, offers a free consultation with no fees unless it wins, and takes calls or texts around the clock.
What clients praise
- Several reviewers report Tesla cases resolved with the amount they asked for
- Clients describe quick resolutions, with some cases closed within two to six months
- Reviewers say the team explained each step and handled all communication with the manufacturer
Worth knowing
- One Honda reviewer paid about $3,662 to surrender the car and felt the firm did not push hard enough for better terms
- With a large team, you may deal with different staff and attorneys as the case moves along
- Mon–Sun Open 24 hours
Why it made the list: The largest review base of the three, with a big multilingual team and posted settlement results.
📍 5757 W Century Blvd Ste 500, Los Angeles, CA 90045
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Guide
How California lemon law works in Los Angeles
The lemon law presumption
Under Civil Code §1793.22, a car is presumed to be a lemon if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery (whichever comes first), a serious safety defect was repaired 2 or more times, the same defect 4 or more times, or the car spent more than 30 total days in the shop. Missing these numbers does not end a claim; it only means the presumption does not apply.
Refund, replacement or cash
A qualifying car can be bought back (refund of payments, loan or lease balance, taxes and fees, minus a usage offset) or replaced with a substantially identical vehicle. If a car does not fully qualify, some owners still receive a cash-and-keep payment.
The mileage offset
For a buyback, the manufacturer may deduct for use: miles driven before the first repair for the defect, divided by 120,000, multiplied by the price paid. This deduction is often where negotiation happens.
Who pays the lawyer
The Song-Beverly Act lets a buyer who wins recover attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer, which is why lemon law firms usually charge clients nothing out of pocket.
New procedures since 2025
AB 1755 and the clean-up bill SB 26 created new procedures, including pre-suit written notice and early mediation, for manufacturers that opt in. Whether they apply depends on your car’s maker, so ask your attorney early.
Before your first call
What to gather for a lemon law case review
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Methodology
How we chose these firms
We looked for Los Angeles firms that focus on California lemon law (Song-Beverly) claims, have a physical office in the city, and hold a Google rating of 4.5 or higher with a meaningful number of reviews. We read each firm’s website for services, fee terms and languages, and read recent Google reviews for recurring praise and complaints.
Lemon Law Now appears first. Order is for presentation and is not an independently measured ranking. Ratings, review counts and hours were checked on October 23, 2026 and can change.
Ratings, review counts and hours were checked on October 23, 2026.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much does a lemon law attorney cost in Los Angeles?
Usually nothing out of pocket. California’s Song-Beverly Act lets a buyer who wins recover attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer, and all three firms here offer free case reviews with no upfront fees.
Does California lemon law cover used cars?
It can. A used car sold with a manufacturer’s new-car warranty still in effect, or with a dealer’s express warranty, may qualify if the defect is covered and was not fixed after a reasonable number of attempts.
Does the lemon law apply to leased vehicles?
Yes. Leased vehicles are covered, and a buyback for a lease typically refunds the down payment and lease payments and clears the remaining lease obligation.
What if my car is past 18 months or 18,000 miles?
You may still have a claim while the defect is under warranty. The 18-month and 18,000-mile window only controls whether the legal presumption applies, not whether you can bring a claim.
How long does a lemon law case take?
It varies by manufacturer and by whether the case settles early. Reviewers of these firms describe cases closing in roughly two to eight months, while litigated cases can take longer.
Do I have to go to arbitration first?
Generally no, though if a manufacturer runs a state-certified arbitration program and told you about it in writing, you may need to use it before relying on the presumption in court. Under the 2025 procedures, some manufacturers also require pre-suit notice and mediation.
What is a cash-and-keep settlement?
It is a payment from the manufacturer that lets you keep the car, usually with the remaining warranty still in place. It is common when a car has real defects but a buyback is not the best fit.
Local guide
Los Angeles lemon law local guide
Most lemon law cases settle without a trial, but if yours is filed it goes to the Los Angeles County Superior Court. Here is the courthouse nearest each firm.
What is near each firm
Lemon Law Now
West Hollywood area
NEAREST LA SUPERIOR COURT COURTHOUSE
- Santa Monica Courthouse
1725 Main St, Santa Monica8.0 mi
Adam Zolonz, APC
Hollywood
NEAREST LA SUPERIOR COURT COURTHOUSE
- Stanley Mosk Courthouse
111 N Hill St, Los Angeles5.6 mi
The Lemon Law Experts
Westchester / LAX
NEAREST LA SUPERIOR COURT COURTHOUSE
- Inglewood Courthouse
1 E Regent St, Inglewood2.0 mi
Distances are straight-line estimates. The courthouse for a case depends on case type and filing district.
Los Angeles County Superior Court courthouses
Tips for a Los Angeles lemon law claim
- Get a repair order every time. Even a visit where the dealer finds nothing counts, but only if it is on paper with the date and mileage.
- Describe the problem the same way each visit. Consistent wording helps show it is the same defect across repair attempts.
- Keep driving records simple. Note dates, mileage and what happened when the defect appears; photos and video help.
- Do not trade in the car first. Selling or trading the vehicle before a claim can make a buyback harder to pursue.
- Read any manufacturer offer carefully. Check the mileage offset and what you give up before accepting a goodwill payment.
This page is general information, not legal advice. The order of firms is for presentation and is not an independently measured ranking. Ratings, reviews and hours checked on October 23, 2026.