Anthony Wilaras is a Partner in our Los Angeles office of Resnick & Louis, P.C. and he brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success to the legal field, specializing in trial advocacy and a diverse range of litigation matters. With over two decades of legal practice, Mr. Wilaras is a seasoned attorney known for his strategic approach and dedication to his clients.
Professional Experience & Expertise:
Mr. Wilaras has held prominent roles throughout his career, including:
- Senior Trial Attorney at Farmers Insurance Company:In this capacity, he served as lead defense attorney for the Los Angeles Trial division, primarily defending personal injury cases, including commercial insurance claims related to auto accidents, premises liability, dog bites, and slip and fall cases. He managed litigation matters from inception to trial, expertly preparing pleadings, arguing motions, conducting discovery, and negotiating settlements.
- Senior Trial Attorney at Countrywide Trial Lawyers, LLP:As lead attorney in the trial division, he handled serious personal injury cases for plaintiffs, demonstrating his proficiency in preparing and arguing motions, managing discovery, taking and defending depositions, and preparing pre-trial and trial materials. He also supervised a team of legal professionals.
- Managing Attorney at the Law Office of Anthony Wilaras:This extensive period saw Mr. Wilaras serving as Of Counsel for various firms. He first-chaired jury trials and hundreds of bench trials, handling matters across breach of contract, employment, auto accident, medical malpractice, immigration, and bankruptcy cases. His focus is on civil litigation where he successfully lawsuits and various legal proceedings. His dedication to client satisfaction is reflected in his 5.0 Star Google Reviews.
Anthony Wilaras earned his Juris Doctor from Texas Southern University, where he served as Vice President of the Asian Pacific Law Student Association and Articles Editor for the Texas Southern Law Journal, earning an American Jurisprudence Award for highest grades in Property and Civil Procedure. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Accounting from San Diego State University.
He is admitted to practice in the State Bar of California, the Central District of California, and the United States Courts of Appeals for the Ninth, Sixth, and Fifth Circuits.