Meet Issa Mikel
Issa Mikel is an attorney with two decades of experience as a litigator. He graduated from Brandeis University with a B.A. in 1998 and received his J.D. from Columbia University School of Law in 2005. He began practicing law in New York in 2005 and moved to California in 2012.
Issa possesses extensive experience in personal injury cases, including motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, habitability issues, product liability, trucking incidents, general negligence, and various other legal matters. He has litigated many complex, high-stakes cases involving catastrophic injuries, including wrongful death, traumatic brain injury, and other serious, life-altering accidents.
As a former defense attorney litigating personal injury matters, Issa has extensive knowledge of defense strategies and invaluable insight into the ins and outs of insurance companies. He brings his extensive skills and abilities to help those injured at the hands of someone else.
The only thing we have other than our skills in this profession is our reputation. And if your reputation’s gone, it will hurt you and your client down the road. And that’s going to affect your client’s results in the future.
– Issa Mikel
Why Clients Choose DK Law Attorneys Like Issa
Former Defense Insider
With experience on the defense side, Issa understands how insurance companies operate—and uses that insight to benefit his clients.
Trusted and Respected
Issa has built a stellar reputation in the legal community for his integrity, professionalism, and results.
Driven By Compassion
At his core, Issa loves helping people and is deeply committed to guiding clients through some of life’s most challenging moments.
Education
- Brandeis University, 1998, B.A.
- Columbia University School of Law, 2005, J.D.
Bar Admissions & Memberships
- State Bar of California
Recognition
2025 Award National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys (NAOPIA)
2025 Award Top 10 Trucking Trial Lawyers
2025 Award National Trial Lawyers Top 100
2025 Award National Association of Distinguished Counsel (NADC)
2025 NAOPIA Award Top Ten Attorney
2025 Award Avvo 10.0 Superb Rating
Case Results
| Type of Case | Injuries | Settlement |
|---|---|---|
| Rear-End Collision | Severe back injuries and chronic pain | $1,250,000.00 |
| Motorcycle Accident | Multiple fractures and groin injury | $2,150,000.00 |
| Bus Accident | Cervical disc replacement | $994,504.77 |
| Multi-vehicle Car Accident | Cervical and lumbar disc replacement | $2,300,000.00 |
| Rear-End Collision | Rib fractures, Lumbar diskectomy surgery | $894,171.22 |
| Car Accident | Traumatic brain injury | $980,880.11 |
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