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Corey Tolmasoff

Senior Associate

750 B Street
Suite 2200
San Diego, CA 92101
T 619.489.6110
M 619.489.3760
corey.tolmasoff@nelsonmullins.com
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Corey focuses his practice on consumer warranty litigation. He has experience handling matters relating to California Lemon law, particularly the Song Beverly Act and Magnusson Moss. He also has experience representing children in dependency law.

Corey focuses his practice on consumer warranty litigation. He has experience handling matters relating to California Lemon law, particularly the Song Beverly Act and Magnusson Moss. He also has experience representing children in dependency law.

Experience

The following is a selected sampling of matters and is provided for informational purposes only. Past success does not indicate the likelihood of success in any future matter.

Professional Experience

  • Associate, California-based civil litigation firm (2022–2024)
  • Associate, San Bernardino Juvenile Dependency Court (2020–2022)

Representative Matters

  • Consumer warranty
    • Provided legal representation to car manufacturers in California Lemon Law cases, defending against claims brought by consumers alleging defects in their vehicles.
    • Conducted and defended depositions, gathering critical information to support clients' defense against Lemon Law claims.
    • Attended vehicle inspections to assess the validity of alleged defects and evaluate the strength of client’s case.
    • Provided ongoing evaluations and legal advice to clients regarding the most cost-efficient ways to resolve Lemon Law cases, considering factors such as liability, damages, and potential settlement or litigation strategies.
    • Managed a high-volume caseload, ensuring timely and effective communication with clients and opposing counsel.
    • Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative and effective legal solutions to complex Lemon Law issues.
  • Dependency law
    • Represented minors in the Juvenile Dependency Court of San Bernardino, California as a court-appointed attorney.
    • Managed a caseload averaging 200 cases and 350 clients.
    • Collaborated and communicated with Parents Counsel, County Counsel, and social workers from the San Bernardino Child and Family Services.
    • Conducted thorough questioning and cross-examination of witnesses during trials.
    • Articulated compelling oral arguments on behalf of minors to advocate for their best interests and safety.
The following is a selected sampling of matters and is provided for informational purposes only. Past success does not indicate the likelihood of success in any future matter.

Professional Experience

  • Associate, California-based civil litigation firm (2022–2024)
  • Associate, San Bernardino Juvenile Dependency Court (2020–2022)

Representative Matters

  • Consumer warranty
    • Provided legal representation to car manufacturers in California Lemon Law cases, defending against claims brought by consumers alleging defects in their vehicles.
    • Conducted and defended depositions, gathering critical information to support clients' defense against Lemon Law claims.
    • Attended vehicle inspections to assess the validity of alleged defects and evaluate the strength of client’s case.
    • Provided ongoing evaluations and legal advice to clients regarding the most cost-efficient ways to resolve Lemon Law cases, considering factors such as liability, damages, and potential settlement or litigation strategies.
    • Managed a high-volume caseload, ensuring timely and effective communication with clients and opposing counsel.
    • Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative and effective legal solutions to complex Lemon Law issues.
  • Dependency law
    • Represented minors in the Juvenile Dependency Court of San Bernardino, California as a court-appointed attorney.
    • Managed a caseload averaging 200 cases and 350 clients.
    • Collaborated and communicated with Parents Counsel, County Counsel, and social workers from the San Bernardino Child and Family Services.
    • Conducted thorough questioning and cross-examination of witnesses during trials.
    • Articulated compelling oral arguments on behalf of minors to advocate for their best interests and safety.

Recognitions

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Corey focuses his practice on consumer warranty litigation. He has experience handling matters relating to California Lemon law, particularly the Song Beverly Act and Magnusson Moss. He also has experience representing children in dependency law.

Experience

The following is a selected sampling of matters and is provided for informational purposes only. Past success does not indicate the likelihood of success in any future matter.

Professional Experience

  • Associate, California-based civil litigation firm (2022–2024)
  • Associate, San Bernardino Juvenile Dependency Court (2020–2022)

Representative Matters

  • Consumer warranty
    • Provided legal representation to car manufacturers in California Lemon Law cases, defending against claims brought by consumers alleging defects in their vehicles.
    • Conducted and defended depositions, gathering critical information to support clients' defense against Lemon Law claims.
    • Attended vehicle inspections to assess the validity of alleged defects and evaluate the strength of client’s case.
    • Provided ongoing evaluations and legal advice to clients regarding the most cost-efficient ways to resolve Lemon Law cases, considering factors such as liability, damages, and potential settlement or litigation strategies.
    • Managed a high-volume caseload, ensuring timely and effective communication with clients and opposing counsel.
    • Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative and effective legal solutions to complex Lemon Law issues.
  • Dependency law
    • Represented minors in the Juvenile Dependency Court of San Bernardino, California as a court-appointed attorney.
    • Managed a caseload averaging 200 cases and 350 clients.
    • Collaborated and communicated with Parents Counsel, County Counsel, and social workers from the San Bernardino Child and Family Services.
    • Conducted thorough questioning and cross-examination of witnesses during trials.
    • Articulated compelling oral arguments on behalf of minors to advocate for their best interests and safety.

Education

  • Western State College of Law, JD, high honors (2019)
    • Witkin Award for Academic Excellence, Torts II and Sales
    • Douglas Schroeder Award, Law Review
  • Columbia University, BA (2001)

Admissions

  • California,

Practice Areas

Industries

The bar rules of some states require that the standards for an attorney's inclusion in certain public accolades or recognitions be provided. When such accolades or recognitions are listed, a hyperlink is provided that leads to a description of the respective selection methodology.