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Elizabeth A. Hernandez

Litigation Attorney
Elizabeth A. Hernandez

Elizabeth Hernandez is an experienced litigation attorney working on some of BD&J’s most complex and life-altering cases. For years, Ms. Hernandez has served clients across Southern California as they navigate the complicated world of catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death.

Ms. Hernandez demonstrates exceptional advocacy each day, handling each client with compassion, understanding, and resourcefulness. This devotion to securing the best outcome for every client has earned her numerous industry accolades, including recognition by her peers as a Best Lawyers in America – Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs, 2016 – present; a place on the Daily Journal’s 2021 Top Women Lawyers; and a role as the Guest of Honor at the Mexican American Bar Foundation’s 2025 Annual Scholarship Gala, which recognizes her commitment to diversity and the education of legal professionals in California.

An active member of the legal community, Ms. Hernandez has dedicated her career to mentoring and educating fellow attorneys, as well as the public. Her successful track record and skill earned her Consumer Attorneys of California’s 2022 Robert E. Cartwright, Sr. Award – given for excellence in trial advocacy and mentorship. She has been honored with leadership positions in several of California’s largest attorney development organizations. In 2024, she served as the President of the Mexican American Bar Association of Los Angeles County. In 2025, she is serving as the President-Elect of the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles; and she continues to serve on the Board of Directors for the Consumer Attorneys of California. Her widespread reputation of respect in the legal industry is built on her experience, history of success, and love of continuing education, mentorship, and professional development.

If you would like to schedule a free consultation with Ms. Hernandez, contact us by completing the form or calling 855-906-3699.

Education

  • J.D., Southwestern University School of Law
  • B.A., University of California Los Angeles (UCLA)

Awards

  • Southern California Super Lawyers, 2020 – present
  • Best Lawyers in America – Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs, 2016 – present
  • AVVO Rating of 10.0 Superb
  • Daily Journal’s Top Women Lawyers, 2021
  • Consumer Attorneys of California’s Robert E. Cartwright, Sr. Award, 2022

Memberships & Associations

  • President-Elect, Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles (CAALA)
  • Former President, Mexican American Bar Association of Los Angeles County (MABA)
  • Board of Directors, Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC)
  • American Association for Justice
  • Los Angeles County Bar Association
  • Latina Lawyers Bar Association
  • Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles
  • Black Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles
  • Italian American Lawyers Association
  • Beverly Hills Bar Association
  • Orange County Trial Lawyers Association
  • Orange County Hispanic Bar Association

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