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The attorneys of Chain | Cohn | Clark in downtown Bakersfield

Bakersfield Personal Injury Lawyers · Since 1934

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The Firm

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CHAIN | COHN | CLARK is Kern County’s leading accident, injury, and workers’ compensation law firm. Our attorneys have represented injured clients from all over the Central Valley and throughout California since 1934.

We believe firmly that providing personal attention to our clients is one of the most important things that we do. You will personally know the lawyer who will be handling your case, from your first meeting until your case is resolved, and you’ll receive ongoing communication and personal care from our entire office. This dedication to personal service is one of the things that makes us unique in our legal world, and we promise to give this personal attention to you.

1934

Representing Kern County ever since

$1B

Nearly one billion dollars recovered for clients

24/7

Our lawyers answer whenever you call

The Chain | Cohn | Clark office at Chester Avenue in downtown Bakersfield

Kern County Local

Chain | Cohn | Clark
1731 Chester Ave., Suite 100
Bakersfield, CA 93301-5220

Local roots. Local focus. Personal care from attorneys who live and work in the community they serve.

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Case Results

Case Results

We have obtained more multi-million dollar personal injury case results on behalf of our clients than any other law firm in Kern County.

$22.1 million

Pedestrian Accident

$15 million

Products Liability Explosion

$11 million

Premises Liability

$10 million

Oilfield Accident

$10 million

Motorcycle Accident

$9 million

Industrial Accident

$8.8 million

Police Misconduct

$8 million

Pedestrian Accident

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Why Choose Us

Why Choose Us?

As Kern County’s leading accident, injury, and workers’ compensation firm, insurance companies and defense attorneys know who we are. When you work with us, you get the advantages only a local tried-and-true law firm can provide.

Since 1934

Morris B. Chain, founder of the firm, in 1934-era Bakersfield

A Winning History—An Excellent Team

Founded in 1934 by Morris B. Chain in Bakersfield, his law firm quickly established itself as a formidable advocate for the underdog, evolving into Chain | Cohn | Clark, Kern County’s premier law firm today. The firm’s legacy endures with a team of local, diverse attorneys specializing in personal injury and workers’ compensation, distinguished by extensive trial experience and a commitment to winning for clients. They’re experts on your side, in your town.

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Client Stories

A Law Firm That Cares For You

Trusted by Our Neighbors

Real reviews from real clients on Google.

★★★★★

Choosing the firm was the best decision for my case. I felt guided, protected, and supported by a unified local team.

Bernadette Candelaria

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★★★★★

An amazing experience with Mr. Clark and the team—strong customer service and consistently available to help.

TJ Milner

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★★★★★

Doug Fitz-Simmons and the team reduced the stress of the process from the very beginning.

Mike Sanchez

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Areas We Serve

Areas We Serve

From our downtown Bakersfield office, Chain | Cohn | Clark serves clients across Kern County, the Central Valley, and greater California in accident, injury, and workers’ compensation matters.

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  • Arvin
  • Bakersfield
  • Bear Valley Springs
  • Bodfish
  • Boron
  • Buttonwillow
  • California City
  • Delano
  • Downtown Bakersfield
  • East Bakersfield
  • Edwards Air Force Base
  • Fellows
  • Frazier Park
  • Keene
  • Lake Isabella
  • Lamont
  • Lancaster
  • Lebec
  • Lost Hills
  • Maricopa
  • McKittrick
  • McFarland
  • Mettler
  • Mojave
  • Oildale
  • Pine Mountain Club
  • Porterville
  • Randsburg
  • Ridgecrest
  • Rosamond
  • Rosedale
  • Shafter
  • Southwest Bakersfield
  • Stallion Springs
  • Taft
  • Tehachapi
  • Tulare
  • Visalia
  • Wasco
  • Weedpatch
  • Weldon
  • Wofford Heights

Recognized by peers. Trusted by clients.

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