Lane Friedman, Esq.
Lane Friedman is a Senior Associate and Senior Partner at Bakh Law Group, PC, where he champions true advocacy for his clients at trial. He joined the firm following years of experience with expert work, trial preparation, and trial work. He has since played a key role in advancing the firm’s strategic litigation mission in pursuing justice, whether inside or outside the courtroom. Notable accomplishments include a $2,250,000.00 jury verdict in an auto v. auto case, settlements including a $2,300,000.00 dollar slip and fall, a $2,250,000.00 bicycle v. auto case, and a $2,000,000.00 trip and fall, just to name a few. Mr. Friedman has settled over $30,000,000.00 of cases during his legal career.
Education & Credentials
After graduating from UC Santa Cruz for his undergraduate studies and later obtained his Juris Doctor from Southwestern Law School.
Mr. Lane Friedman is an accomplished litigator with a passion for justice with a diverse legal background. With years of experience in Criminal Defense, five years in Worker’s Compensation representing both plaintiffs and defendants, and over six years focusing on catastrophic injuries for plaintiffs and consumers, Mr. Friedman brings a well-rounded perspective to his practice.
Practice Focus & Philosophy
His professional philosophy centers on using his diverse legal expertise to tailor strategies that yield the best outcomes for his clients. Inspired by his love for the law and his desire to protect clients’ rights, Mr. Friedman believes:
“Law is the intersection of Science and Art. Justice gives Law dimension and purpose, and the result creates the foundation of society.”
Outside the legal arena, Mr. Friedman finds joy in cooking for loved ones, playing strategic games like Go, and immersing himself in literature. His compassionate nature extends to supporting animal charities, highlighting his commitment to both the legal and local communities. With a dedication to justice and a multifaceted approach, Mr. Friedman stands as a beacon of legal representation.
Publications & Thought Leadership
He is a proud member of the California Association of Lawyers (CAALA), Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC), and the Los Angeles County Bar Association (LACBA), contributing actively to the legal community. In 2024, he co-authored “The roles of expert witnesses in motor-vehicle-accident litigation” for The Advocate magazine.
Vision & Commitment
Mr. Friedman uses his unique perspective to employ inventive strategies to expedite resolution for his clients. Notably, due to Mr. Friedman’s intercession on one case, it was discovered that the Defendant’s failure to act timely was due to her leaving her abusive husband and having child services almost take her child from her. His advocacy skills shined through in this unique case where he facilitated a settlement where both parties agreed to donate damages to a battered women’s shelter. Plaintiff and Defendant hugged each other and started crying after settling the case. The amicable outcome of this case continues to stand out as a significant victory for Mr. Friedman.
