Chain | Cohn | Clark - Bakersfield, CA
Personal Injury and Workers’ Compensation Lawyers in Bakersfield, CA
1731 Chester Avenue Suite 100 Bakersfield, CA 93301 - 5220
- Free Consultation
- 5 Super Lawyers®
- 1 Attorney Rating
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22
Years
Experience
Bakersfield Personal Injury and Workers’ Compensation Law Firm
Updated: 02/16/2026
Areas of Practice
- Personal Injury and Workers’ Compensation
Firm Information
Overview
Today and Always, We Are Here For You
Chain | Cohn | Clark is based in Bakersfield, Calif. and is one of the most highly regarded accident, injury and workers' compensation law firms in the Central Valley.
Since 1934, our attorneys focused on protecting the rights of individuals who have been seriously injured, and helping them move forward with their lives. At Chain | Cohn | Clark, we pride ourselves on having the reputation and resources necessary to overcome the most difficult challenges while achieving the best possible results for our clients.
We believe firmly that providing personal attention to our clients is one of the most important things that we do. When you first make an appointment, you will meet with the lawyer who will be handling your case. From that first meeting, until your case is resolved, you will receive ongoing communication from your attorney, and personal care from our entire office. This dedication to personal service is one of the things that makes us unique in the world of personal injury and workers' compensation law, and we promise to give this personal attention to you.
The lawyers at Chain | Cohn | Clark pursue compensation for clients injured in these and other categories of accidents:
• Car and Motorcycle Accidents
• Work Injuries (Workers' Compensation)
• Truck and Big Rig Accidents
• Oilfield and Agriculture Accidents
• Elder Abuse and Neglect
• Sexual Assault and Abuse
• Dog Bites
• Wrongful Death
Chain | Cohn | Clark lawyers can help you recover the money you need for your medical bills, pain and suffering, disability and other losses. And unlike most other personal injury and workers' compensation law firms - and especially unlike out-of-town lawyers who go through great lengths to appear as local - our attorneys provide personal care in our clients' cases.
Contact our office today for a free consultation.
Proven Results
Chain | Cohn | Clark has nearly a billion dollars in awards and settlements on behalf of injured clients in injury lawsuits. That's more than any other law firm in our area.
Visit the firm's website at chainlaw.com for more information about our law firm and case results.* You can also visit the firm's Spanish website, abogadosenbakersfield.com/.
Respected By Peers
Chain | Cohn | Clark is highly respected in the Bakersfield, in Kern County, and throughout the Central Valley and California. It is the only law firm in Kern County to be selected for the "Best Law Firms" listings by the "Best Lawyers in America" program. The law firm has also been voted into the "Best Law Firm" category in the Bakersfield Californian Readers' Choice Poll year after year. Additionally, we are the only law firm in Kern County to have more than one lawyer recognized in the Best Lawyers in America program, the oldest and among the most respected attorney ranking services in the world.
Additional accolades and highlights include:
• Five of our lawyers have been selected as Southern California "Super Lawyers."
• Attorney Beatriz Trejo is California Board Certified in Workers' Compensation Law.
Free Consultation
Results speak for themselves. To learn more about how Chain | Cohn | Clark can resolve your injury crisis, contact their legal team today. The law firm offers a free initial consultation, and charges on a contingency fee basis, which means you only pay once we recover money for you.
Se Habla Español. Chain | Cohn | Clark also has staff fluent in Arabic.
*DISCLAIMER: Past results do not constitute a guarantee, warranty or prediction regarding the outcome of your legal matter.
Awards and Honors
Super Lawyers® Selectees
Chain | Cohn | Clark selected for a Super Lawyers® list
- Alsheikh, Tanya D. On a Super Lawyers® List
- Clark, Matthew C. On a Super Lawyers® List
- Cohn, David K. On a Super Lawyers® List
- Hagan, Christopher J. On a Super Lawyers® List
- Trejo, Beatriz A. On a Super Lawyers® List
Honors
- Best Law Firm (Bakersfield Californian Readers' Choice Poll)
- Best Personal Injury Law Firm (Bakersfield Californian Readers' Choice Poll)
- Southern California Super Lawyers
- Southern California Super Lawyers, Rising Stars
- International Society of Barristers
- Kern Green Award (Kern Green)
- Best Law Firms (Best Lawyers in America)
- Top Attorneys (Bakersfield Life Magazine)
- 20 Under 40 People to Watch (Bakersfield Life Magazine)
- Community Champion Award (Mothers Against Drunk Driving)
- Corporation of the Year (Beautiful Bakersfield Award)
- 'Best of Kern County' Hall of Fame (Bakersfield Life Magazine)
- Top 100 Verdicts in California (Verdict Search)
Languages
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Spanish
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English
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Arabic
Previous Law Firm Names
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Chain Younger
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Chain Cohn Stiles
Classes and Seminars
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Small Business Academy: Workers' Compensation 101, Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
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Victim Impact Panel, Mothers Against Drunk Driving, Kern County
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Liability in Athletics, Kern High School District "Coaches Clinic"
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How personal injury and workers’ compensation systems work together, Kern County Paralegal Association Luncheon
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Coronavirus and the workplace: Benefits available to help impacted workers in California, CAL OSHA
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Worker deaths could trigger a workers’ compensation claim for surviving dependents, Central Labor Council
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What you need to know about Valley Fever in Kern County, Valley Fever Awareness Month
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Keeping safe at work in Kern County’s summer sun and adverse air quality, National Safety Council
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Elder Abuse Awareness Month, Elder Abuse Awareness
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Home and Auto Insurance: How to Protect You and Your Family, Valley Strong Credit Union
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Press Conference: Chain | Cohn | Clark Leads Kern County Petition Demanding Tougher DUI Laws
- Legal Minute, Car Insurance: How To Protect Your Family Before An Accident
Pro Bono Activities
- Mothers Against Drunk Driving
- Kern County Law Day
Published Works
Articles
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Trusted by Kern County, Honored Nationally: Chain | Cohn | Clark Selected to 2026 ‘Best Law Firms’ List, 2026
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Kern County Chooses Chain | Cohn | Clark: Voted Bakersfield’s ‘Best Law Firm’ and ‘Best Personal Injury Lawyers’ for 2025, 2025
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Kern County Community Unites Behind Chain | Cohn | Clark Petition to Demand Stricter DUI Sentencing, 2025
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6 Chain | Cohn | Clark Attorneys Honored with Coveted ‘Super Lawyers’ Distinction, 2024
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If You’re Local And You’ve Been Injured, Hire A Local Injury Lawyer (Plus: Local Lawyer Toolkit), 2023
Reviews
Customer Reviews for Chain | Cohn | Clark
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Verified ClientHired Law firm 2023-2025We want to thank Chris Hagan and his team (Grace and Pam) for a job well done with our car accident case. They were very responsive to our calls, questions and concerns. They were very friendly and caring. They always asked how we were feeling. This built a more personal relationship. They didn't try to rush us out the door. We are very pleased with the settlement Chris was able to get for us. Chris's knowledge and experience with auto insurance claims is invaluable. Chain | Cohn | Clark will be our first call when we need help with our legal needs. The fact that Chain| | Cohn | Clark is a local law firm is a big plus. Thank you, Donna and Dan Wardlow
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Verified ClientHired Law firm 2022-2024Everyone at Chain Cohn Clark is compassionate, professional, and dedicated to their clients. From start to finish, they provided unwavering support and fought tirelessly for a positive outcome. Thanks to them, I not only received the justice I deserved but also found peace of mind. I highly recommend them to anyone in need of legal assistance in their accident and injury case.
Attorneys
Staff
- Ray Pruitt, Investigator
- Jorge Barrientos, Marketing Director
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David K. Cohn
Managing Partner
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Tanya Alsheikh
Associate
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James A. Yoro
Senior Partner
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Matthew C. Clark
Managing Partner
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Chad J. A. Boyles
Partner
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Doug Fitz-Simmons
Associate
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Beatriz A. Trejo
Partner
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Juan L. Garza
Attorney
Staff
- Ray Pruitt, Investigator
- Jorge Barrientos, Marketing Director
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Contact
1731 Chester Avenue
Suite 100
Bakersfield, CA 93301 - 5220
Phone: 661-323-4000
Fax: 661-324-1352
Email: Send a message
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http://www.chainlaw.com
(Bakersfield Personal Injury Attorneys)
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http://www.abogadosenbakersfield.com/
(Abogados en Bakersfield: Accidentes, Lesiones, Compensación al Trabajador)
- http://www.chainlawblog.com (Blog)
Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (available to clients 24 hours)
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