Bradley C.
Gage is a seasoned attorney with over three decades of experience, beginning
his legal career in 1985. He co-founded the prestigious law firm, Goldberg
& Gage, known for its unwavering commitment to excellence in client
service. This dedication to quality and ethics has earned the firm an AV rating
in Martindale Hubbell, the highest recognition attainable in the legal
profession.
Mr. Gage's
legal expertise extends across various jurisdictions, as he is admitted to
practice in all California state courts, including the Southern and Central
Districts, and the United States Courts of Appeal for the Fifth and Ninth
Circuits. Over the years, Bradley has represented a diverse clientele,
including esteemed judges, politicians, city managers, and police chiefs.
Bradley C.
Gage's impressive career boasts approximately 20 trials and settlements,
resulting in recoveries exceeding $1,000,000, with some surpassing the
$10,000,000 mark. He has been instrumental in participating in class actions
that have led to recoveries exceeding one billion dollars.
Among his
notable achievements, Mr. Gage successfully defended LAPD Officer John Futrell
in a civil rights lawsuit stemming from the North Hollywood Shootout.
Additionally, he represented the family of the renowned rapper Notorious B.I.G.
(Biggie Smalls) in a significant civil rights case against the LAPD, resulting
in sanctions exceeding $1,000,000.00 being imposed on the city.
One of
Bradley's remarkable accomplishments includes obtaining what was reported as
the largest verdict in the history of the Burbank Superior Court. He also
achieved recognition for securing the second-largest verdict in U.S. history in
a First Amendment Retaliation case against the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
Education-wise,
Mr. Gage earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the
University of Southern California in 1981, followed by a Doctor of
Jurisprudence from the University of San Francisco School of Law in 1984. His
legal acumen is further evidenced by his Advocate Level status in the American
Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA).
Bradley C.
Gage's outstanding legal career has been adorned with numerous honors,
including his selection as one of the Top 100 U.S. Attorneys on three occasions
and six nominations for Trial Lawyer of the Year. He has twice been nominated
as Street Fighter of the Year and has secured various landmark verdicts and
recognitions throughout his career.
Outside of
the courtroom, Bradley is an accomplished athlete, having been invited to the
1980 Olympic Trials in Bicycle Racing and achieving silver medals with the U.S.
National Triathlon Team at the Macabi Games in Australia and Argentina. He has
also demonstrated his physical prowess by swimming from Alcatraz to San
Francisco on seven separate occasions.
Mr. Gage's
commitment to justice extends to pro-bono work with Bet T'Shuva, a testament to
his dedication to making a positive impact in the community. His extensive
clientele includes the Los Angeles Police Department, Care America, Aerospace
Engineers, the Estate of Notorious B.I.G., Police Officers Professional
Associations (POPA), over 800 police officers, and numerous police chiefs and
city managers.
Bradley C.
Gage is a proud member of the Sigma Alpha Mu fraternity and holds membership in
the esteemed American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) at the Advocate level.
His career is a testament to his unwavering commitment to the pursuit of
justice and excellence in the legal profession.