Robert J. Drakulich founded The Drakulich Firm, APLC in Solana Beach after building a record of multi-million dollar results in mass tort, mesothelioma, and products liability litigation across California and beyond. A cum laude graduate of the University of San Diego School of Law, he is licensed in four jurisdictions — California, Nevada, Minnesota, and the District of Columbia — and has been instrumental in securing hundreds of millions of dollars in mass tort settlements alongside verdicts exceeding $40 million in single-event cases. Named a National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 and a Super Lawyers Rising Star in both California and Nevada, Drakulich is also a sought-after speaker at national MDL and class action conferences. Before law, he worked as a high school teacher, tennis coach, and professional artist — a background that informs his ability to communicate complex asbestos and toxic tort claims with clarity and conviction.
Why Work With Robert?
15+ YearsMesothelioma experience
Free ConsultationNo obligation to hire
No Upfront FeesContingency — no fee unless we win
Statewide CoverageServing all of California
Experience & Credentials
Years in Practice15 yrs Highly Experienced
Client Rating5.0 / 5.0 (3 reviews)
Mesothelioma & Asbestos
Products Liability
Mass Torts
Personal Injury
California Mesothelioma Lawsuit Information
Statute of Limitations2 years from diagnosis or discovery date
Wrongful Death Deadline2 years from date of death
Filing LocationCalifornia Superior Court (county of exposure or residence)
Average Settlement$1.1M–$1.4M (varies by case factors)
California allows mesothelioma victims to file personal injury lawsuits against responsible asbestos manufacturers. Many victims also receive compensation from multiple asbestos bankruptcy trust funds. Learn more about settlements →
Office Location
The Drakulich Firm, APLC · 777 S. Highway 101, Solana Beach, CA 92075 (by appointment only)
Frequently Asked Questions
In California, the statute of limitations for mesothelioma personal injury claims is 2 years from diagnosis or discovery date. For wrongful death claims, the deadline is 2 years from date of death. Acting quickly is important — evidence and witness availability can diminish over time. Robert offers free consultations to help you understand your timeline.
Robert J. Drakulich works on a contingency fee basis — Contingency — no fee unless we win. This means you pay nothing out of pocket to get started. Legal fees are only collected if your case is resolved successfully through a settlement or verdict.
Robert J. Drakulich handles cases involving Mesothelioma & Asbestos, Products Liability, Mass Torts, Personal Injury. Robert J. Drakulich founded The Drakulich Firm, APLC in Solana Beach after building a record of multi-million dollar results in mass tort, mesothelioma, and products liability litigation across California and beyond. A cum laude graduate of the University of San Diego School of Law, he is licensed in four jurisdictions — California, Nevada, Minnesota, and the District of Columbia — and has been instrumental in securing hundreds of millions of dollars in mass tort settlements alongside verdicts exceeding $40 million in single-event cases. Named a National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 and a Super Lawyers Rising Star in both California and Nevada, Drakulich is also a sought-after speaker at national MDL and class action conferences. Before law, he worked as a high school teacher, tennis coach, and professional artist — a background that informs his ability to communicate complex asbestos and toxic tort claims with clarity and conviction.
Mesothelioma lawsuits in California are typically filed in the California Superior Court (county of exposure or residence). Robert can advise on the best venue for your specific circumstances based on where the asbestos exposure occurred.
Average mesothelioma settlements in California range from $1.1M–$1.4M (varies by case factors). The actual value of your case depends on factors such as the extent of asbestos exposure, the severity of your diagnosis, the number of liable parties, and available bankruptcy trust fund claims. Robert can provide a case-specific evaluation at no cost.
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