Five attorneys from Callahan & Blaine have been selected to the 2026 Southern California Super Lawyers list. Managing partner Edward Susolik was named to both the Top 100 and Top 5 Business Law lists for Southern California, while partners Michael Sachs, Brian McCormack, Javier Van Oordt, and David Darnell have also been given the honor and distinction of being named Super Lawyers.
Established in 1984, Callahan & Blaine has built a reputation for securing results in complex litigation matters. Our firm includes 32 trial attorneys with over 750 years of combined experience, focusing on business litigation, catastrophic personal injury, and insurance law cases throughout California.
What the Super Lawyers Recognition Means
The Super Lawyers selection process evaluates attorneys based on peer nominations, independent research, and professional achievements. Only 5% of attorneys in each state receive this recognition annually. For Callahan & Blaine, having five attorneys named to the list reflects the depth of trial experience across our legal team.
Edward Susolik’s selection to the Top 100 list for Southern California places him among the most accomplished attorneys in the region. His additional recognition in the Top 5 Business Law category highlights his work in complex business litigation matters. Partners Michael Sachs, Brian McCormack, Javier Van Oordt, and David Darnell bring complementary skills in both business disputes and personal injury cases, allowing our firm to handle diverse legal challenges.
Recent Settlements and Verdicts
The firm’s recent work demonstrates our commitment to securing meaningful outcomes for clients. In the past year, Callahan & Blaine obtained an $11.25 million settlement in a wrongful death bus accident case, an $8.5 million settlement for a wrongful death airplane crash, and multiple settlements of $5 million each for premises liability and car accident cases. A $4.9 million settlement for a pedestrian accident further reflects our work in catastrophic personal injury matters.
These results add to the firm’s history of significant verdicts and settlements. Our attorneys have secured a $934 million jury verdict in a complex business litigation trial, which remains the highest jury verdict in Orange County history. Other notable results include a $50 million personal injury settlement, a $58 million insurance bad faith judgment, and a $38 million employment settlement.
Areas of Practice
Callahan & Blaine handles a broad spectrum of litigation matters. Our business litigation practice includes contract disputes, intellectual property cases, real estate litigation, and shareholder disputes. On the personal injury side, our attorneys work on catastrophic injury cases, wrongful death claims, premises liability matters, and vehicle accidents.
All 32 attorneys at our firm have at least seven years of experience, with most having more than 15 years. This experience allows us to understand both plaintiff and defense perspectives in litigation, which helps us anticipate opposing strategies and build stronger cases for our clients.
Looking Ahead in 2026
The Super Lawyers recognition comes at a time when Callahan & Blaine continues to handle significant cases throughout California. Our Santa Ana office serves as the firm’s headquarters, providing legal representation to clients in Orange County and beyond. The firm maintains its focus on achieving results through thorough preparation and skilled trial advocacy.
For clients facing complex legal disputes, having attorneys with recognized experience matters. Whether dealing with business conflicts, catastrophic personal injury situations, or insurance disputes, our team brings decades of courtroom experience to each case.
Contact the Experienced Trial Attorneys at Callahan & Blaine
When you face a serious legal matter, you need attorneys who have proven their ability in the courtroom. Callahan & Blaine’s five Super Lawyers honorees lead a team of 32 experienced trial attorneys who have secured hundreds of millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements over the past 42 years. Our firm’s track record includes the highest jury verdict in Orange County history and numerous eight-figure settlements across business litigation and personal injury cases.
If you need representation for a complex business dispute or catastrophic personal injury matter, our award-winning team may be able to help. To discuss your potential case with an experienced trial attorney, contact our office today.
