Yoshiaki Kubota

Yoshiaki (“Yoshi”) C. Kubota is a nationally recognized personal injury trial lawyer and co-founder of Kubota & Craig, known for more than 30 years of litigation and trial experience in catastrophic injury, wrongful death, premises liability, product liability, and complex negligence cases. A Southern California Super Lawyer since 2006 and recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® (2025–2026), Yoshi has tried more than 45 cases to verdict and is widely regarded as one of the leading trial attorneys in Irvine and Orange County — especially in serious motor vehicle accident litigation, the core of personal injury practice.

Yoshiaki (“Yoshi”) C. Kubota is a co-founder of Kubota & Craig and one of the most respected personal injury trial attorneys in Southern California. With more than 30 years of litigation and trial experience, Yoshi has built a reputation for handling high-stakes, complex injury and wrongful death cases involving catastrophic harm, negligent drivers, unsafe property conditions, and dangerous commercial operations.

Yoshi is known throughout Orange County for his precision trial preparation, deep understanding of complex evidence, and ability to present highly technical issues clearly to juries. His peers have recognized him for years as a leading plaintiffs’ attorney, and he continues to serve in prominent legal leadership roles across California.

Yoshi has tried over 45 cases to verdict and is widely respected for his methodical trial preparation, courtroom skill, and ability to hold negligent parties accountable — whether individuals, corporations, or government entities.

He handles cases involving severe and life-changing injuries, including:

• Traumatic brain injuries

• Spinal injuries

• Wrongful death

• Serious orthopedic trauma

• Commercial trucking collisions

• Construction accidents

• Unsafe premises with systemic hazards

Yoshi has held several key leadership roles, including:

• Past President, Orange County Trial Lawyers Association (OCTLA)

• Executive Committee Member, Orange County ABOTA

• Board Member, national and local trial advocacy groups

• Active contributor, CAOC educational programs

• Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

• Southern California Super Lawyers honoree for over two decades

• National Trial Lawyers Top 100

• Martindale AV Preeminent Rated

• Multiple awards and peer-driven accolades for trial excellence

Motor vehicle accidents make up a substantial portion of Yoshi’s practice, and he is widely recognized for his work in car accident litigation across Irvine and Orange County.

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Unsafe property conditions
Negligent security claims

Traumatic brain injuries
Severe orthopedic trauma
Burn injuries
Construction accident injuries

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Claims involving public entities
Dangerous conditions of public property

Defective consumer products
Industrial equipment failures
Commercial product defects

Dog bite cases
Civil litigation involving negligence
Complex liability disputes involving multiple defendants

Yoshi represents clients throughout Irvine and all of Orange County, including: Lake Forest, Mission Viejo, Tustin, Santa Ana, Anaheim, Orange, Laguna Hills, Laguna Woods, Laguna Beach, Aliso Viejo, Foothill Ranch, Newport Beach, Rancho Santa Margarita, and surrounding Southern California communities.

Every case receives Yoshi’s direct attention and strategic planning. His approach emphasizes:

• Clear, consistent communication

• Honest expectations and case evaluations

• Thorough investigation and early evidence preservation

• Coordination with top-tier experts

• Trial-ready preparation from day one

Clients trust him to guide them through the legal process with transparency and unwavering commitment.

Yoshi approaches every case with a trial-first strategy, ensuring that evidence, expert testimony, and case themes are fully developed from the outset.

• Recognized in Best Lawyers® in Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs

• Southern California Super Lawyers (multi-year selection)

• National Trial Lawyers Top 100

• Past President, Orange County Trial Lawyers Association (OCTLA)

• Executive Committee Member, Orange County American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA)

Yoshi contributes to the advancement of the legal profession through:

• Continuing Legal Education (MCLE)

• Presentations on trial preparation and litigation strategy

• Mentorship of emerging trial lawyers

• Support for public safety and community organizations across Orange County

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• Personal Injury Lawyer Irvine

• Car Accident Attorney Irvine

• Wrongful Death Attorney Orange County

• Premises Liability Lawyer Irvine

• Trial Attorney California

• Catastrophic Injury Lawyer Orange County

• Product Liability Attorney California

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