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About Bryana S. Paulsen
Bryana S. Paulsen, Esq. is a Senior Attorney with extensive experience in Personal Injury Law, focusing on Premises Liability, Dog Bite cases, Auto/Trucking cases, Wrongful Death, Toxic Torts, and Complex Civil Litigation. She graduated from Sacramento State University before earning her Juris Doctor from Golden Gate University School of Law. Her journey into law began during a 6th-grade mock trial that ignited her passion for the field. That same advocacy continues to drive her legal practice today.
Bryana started her career at an insurance defense firm, gaining valuable insights that enhance her approach to legal representation. Throughout her career, Bryana has achieved significant settlements, including a $1.5 million auto v. auto settlement, showcasing her dedication to securing favorable outcomes for her clients. Her philosophy reflects the words of Wayne Gretzky, emphasizing her proactive and determined approach to legal challenges.
Outside of her legal work, Bryana enjoys spending time with loved ones, traveling, and supporting her favorite sports teams, including the San Francisco 49ers, Giants, and Golden State Warriors. She is also involved in community activities and pro bono work, contributing to the betterment of her local area beyond the courtroom. Bryana's commitment to excellence, coupled with her compassionate advocacy, makes her a valuable asset and a proud member of the Powerhouse Team at Wilshire Law Firm.
Proven verdicts and settlements at Wilshire Law Firm
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A Los Angeles jury awarded $35,285,942 to an 81-year-old man who suffered a spinal fracture and permanent injuries after a tractor-trailer rear-ended the vehicle he was riding in on Interstate 10.
A Los Angeles jury awarded $30 million in noneconomic damages in 2023 to Kenya Taylor, whose 6-year-old son was beaten to death by a Los Angeles Unified School District playground worker she had asked to watch him over winter break, and put 90 percent of the fault on the district. The Court of Appeal reversed in June 2025, holding that Education Code section 44808 made the district immune because the death happened off campus, and directed judgment for the district.
An 11-year-old with an IEP requiring door-to-door transport was abandoned at the school curb by district staff, struck by a car on a four-lane road, and left with permanent brain damage; the $28.5 million settlement against Victor Elementary School District was the largest pedestrian accident settlement in California in 2019.
A Los Angeles jury awarded $13,872,900 to a 42-year-old motorcyclist who said a low-speed collision caused neck and groin injuries. In December 2025 the Court of Appeal vacated the judgment and ordered a new trial because the plaintiff disclosed a new medical expert seven days before trial.
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