Rachel Lanier

Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs

5.0 (1 reviews)

Westlake Village, California

10+ years experience

The Lanier Law Firm

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

310-277-5100

https://www.lanierlawfirm.com/attorney/rachel-lanier/

2829 Townsgate Road, Suite 100, Westlake Village, CA 91361

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Bio

Rachel Lanier practices in the areas of toxic torts, pharmaceutical litigation, mass torts, and product liability. Prior to joining The Lanier Law Firm in 2016, Ms. Lanier was an associate at a mid-sized firm in Manhattan, where she focused on representing individuals suffering from asbestos-induced diseases, such as mesothelioma and lung cancer.Ms. Lanier earned her undergraduate degree from Pepperdine University in California, and her law degree from the St. John’s University School of Law in New York, where she served as a legal advocate for domestic abuse victims through the Domestic Violence Litigation Clinic. She also worked as a teaching fellow for Dean Michael A. Simons, and was a recipient of the Dean’s Award for Excellent Service for her extensive pro bono work.Ms. Lanier is a member of the American Bar Association, American Association for Justice, New York Bar Association, and New Jersey Bar Association. She further is an accredited attorney for the preparation, presentation, and prosecution of claims for veterans’ benefits before the Department of Veterans Affairs.She has been honored as a member of the National Trial Lawyers – Civil Plaintiff – Top 40 under 40 served on the 2019 Executive Committee for The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40. Ms. Lanier earned her undergraduate degree from Pepperdine University in California, and her law degree from the St. John’s University School of Law in New York, where she served as a legal advocate for domestic abuse victims through the Domestic Violence Litigation Clinic. She also worked as a teaching fellow for Dean Michael A. Simons, and was a recipient of the Dean’s Award for Excellent Service for her extensive pro bono work. Ms.

Practice Areas

Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
Recognized: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Practice Area: Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
Best Lawyers in America, 2021-2026
New York Rising Stars, Thomson Reuters, 2017-2022, 2024-2026
Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyer, 2023-2025
Lawdragon's List of X - The Next Generation of 500 Leading Lawyers in America - Plaintiff Personal Injury, Mass Torts, Class Action, 2023-2025
Top 40 Under 40 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers, 2024-2025
Dean's Award for Outstanding Service to St. John's University School of Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2021

Education

St. John's University, J.D., graduated 2015
Pepperdine University, B.A., graduated 2012

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Reviews

Margaret Richardson

2 weeks ago

Expert guidance through a complex pharmaceutical injury case

When my family was facing a devastating situation due to a dangerous medication, we were overwhelmed and unsure where to turn. From our first consultation with Rachel Lanier, her deep knowledge of pharmaceutical litigation and product liability was immediately apparent. She patiently explained the complexities of mass tort litigation in a way we could understand, outlining a clear strategy. Her background in toxic torts and her prior experience at a respected firm gave us immense confidence. Rachel and her team at The Lanier Law Firm were not only exceptionally professional but also genuinely compassionate. They handled every detail meticulously, from the initial investigation through the demanding legal process, allowing us to focus on our family. The positive resolution she achieved was life-changing. Her recognition in personal injury and mass tort litigation is clearly well-deserved. We cannot recommend Rachel highly enough for anyone navigating similar serious injury matters.