30+ Years
Legal Experience
About Yoshiaki Craig Kubota
Yoshiaki “Yoshi” Kubota is a founding partner at Kubota & Craig, recognized as one of Southern California’s leading personal injury trial attorneys. Based in Irvine, California, Yoshi has dedicated over 30 years to litigation, successfully trying more than 45 jury trials to verdict. His practice focuses exclusively on plaintiff personal injury cases, including motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, product defects, and complex misconduct suits. Yoshi is known for his strategic trial preparation and compassionate client support, which have led to numerous multimillion-dollar settlements.
Yoshi is a respected leader within the legal community. He has served as President of the Orange County Trial Lawyers Association (OCTLA) and has been an active member of the Board of Governors for the Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC). Additionally, he is a distinguished member of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), where he has held several leadership roles.
His professional achievements have been recognized with top industry honors, including selection to Southern California Super Lawyers every year since 2010, and inclusion in Best Lawyers in America. Yoshi is also listed among the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 and the National Association of Distinguished Counsel Top 1%. He holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell and has been featured as a Top Lawyer by Los Angeles Magazine and Orange Coast Magazine for over a decade.
Yoshi is respected for his integrity, skill, and client-first approach. He is committed to securing justice for injury victims throughout Orange County and Southern California.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
California Car Accident Laws
Understanding California's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
2 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
pure comparative fault
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$15K/$30K/$5K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of cases does Yoshiaki Kubota handle?
Yoshiaki Kubota focuses on plaintiff personal injury cases, including motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, product defects, and government liability.
What leadership roles has Yoshiaki Kubota held?
Yoshiaki Kubota has served as President of the Orange County Trial Lawyers Association and has been on the Board of Governors for the Consumer Attorneys of California.
What honors has Yoshiaki Kubota received?
Yoshiaki Kubota has been recognized by Southern California Super Lawyers since 2010, Best Lawyers in America, and the National Trial Lawyers Top 100.
Where is Yoshiaki Kubota's law firm located?
Yoshiaki Kubota's law firm, Kubota & Craig, is based in Irvine, California.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Yoshiaki Craig Kubota for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Yoshiaki for a free case review
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