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Find Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Santa Barbara, CA
Looking for a medical malpractice lawyer in Santa Barbara? Review the directory below to compare your options.
20 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Santa Barbara, CA
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Showing 20 medical malpractice lawyers in Santa Barbara, CA
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Harris Personal Injury Lawyers, Inc.
21 E Canon Perdido St 217 B, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 669-2573 harrispersonalinjury.com
Nye, Stirling, Hale Miller & Sweet, LLP
33 W Mission St #201, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 963-2345 nshmlaw.com
Maho | Prentice, LLP Attorneys at Law
629 State St #217, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 600-2192 maho-prentice.com
Quirk Accident & Injury Attorneys, APC
1525 State St STE 205, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(213) 414-7151 quirkwins.com
Bamieh & De Smeth, PLC
15 W Carrillo St STE 104, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 643-5555 bamiehdesmeth.com
NordstrandBlack PC
33 W Mission St STE 206, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 962-2022 nordstrandlaw.com
The May Firm - Car Accident and Injury Lawyers
924 Anacapa St #3b, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 324-6020 mayfirm.com
Crane Flores Injury & Car Accident Lawyers
15 W Carrillo St #310, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 429-1776 cranefloresllp.com
Pulverman & Pulverman, LLP
1307 State St Second Floor, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 962-0397 pulvermanlaw.net
i Accident Lawyer
827 State St UNIT 16, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 892-6701 iaccidentlawyer.com
Andrade Law Offices
211 Equestrian Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 962-4944 andradelawoffices.com
Patterson Law
33 W Mission St #201, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 569-7080 robertpattersonlaw.com
Daniel K. Simon APC
1114 State St Ste 221, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 963-6604 danielksimon.com
Mullen & Henzell L.L.P.
112 E Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 966-1501 mullenlaw.com
Law Office of John B Richards
137 E Anapamu St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 683-2736 johnbrichardslaw.com
Cantor Law | Labor and Personal Injury Attorneys
211 E Carrillo St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 586-2620 cantorlawyers.com
The Law Offices of Bradford D. Brown
735 State St Suite 418, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 963-5607 bradfordbrownlaw.com
Law Office of Alan H. Fenton
1334 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 568-1800 alanfentonlaw.com
McCarthy & Kroes
125 E Victoria St # A, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 564-2085 mccarthykroes.com
The Stoll Law Firm
308 E Carrillo St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 963-0006 stolllaw.com
Medical malpractice lawyers in Santa Barbara help patients who have been harmed by negligent doctors, nurses, or hospitals. California law requires a strict statute of limitations, usually one year from the date of injury or discovery. Local attorneys understand the Santa Barbara court system and can guide you through the complex process of proving negligence and damages.
What Does a Medical Malpractice Lawyer in Santa Barbara Cost?
Medical malpractice lawyers in California typically work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they take a percentage of your settlement or verdict. This percentage usually ranges from 33 percent to 40 percent, depending on the complexity of the case and whether it goes to trial. Some firms also charge for upfront costs like expert witness fees, but these may be deducted from your recovery. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time limit to file a medical malpractice lawsuit in California?
In California, you generally have one year from the date you discover the injury, or three years from the date of the malpractice, whichever comes first. There are exceptions for minors and cases involving foreign objects left in the body.
Do I need a certificate of merit to file a medical malpractice case in California?
Yes, California law requires your attorney to file a certificate of merit with the complaint. This means a qualified medical expert must review your case and confirm that there is reasonable cause to believe malpractice occurred.
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