The Law Firm
For Real People.
Real Results.
At Douglas / Hicks Law, we stand for the people. From landmark civil rights victories to protecting careers of the falsely fired, our team of skilled attorneys fights for real justice; every day.
I became a lawyer to be a voice for the voiceless — to challenge systems that fail the very people they were built to protect. For me, practicing law isn’t just a profession; it’s a calling to stand in the gap for the innocent, the marginalized, and the misunderstood. Justice is not automatic — it’s fought for. And I’ve spent my career making sure it’s not reserved for the privileged, but delivered to those who need it most.
Carl E. Douglas, Founding Partner
About Us
At Douglas / Hicks Law, we stand for the people. From landmark civil rights victories to protecting careers of the falsely fired, our team of skilled attorneys fights for real justice; every day.
Popular Services
Our Practice Areas
The stakes are high, and so is our commitment.
Whether you're facing injustice, injury, or professional retaliation, our legal team brings deep experience and relentless advocacy to every case. Explore our core areas of practice and see how we fight for the people we represent.
Wrongful Death
Losing a loved one due to negligence is heartbreaking and unfair. Our compassionate team fights tirelessly to secure justice and compensation for grieving families, holding wrongdoers accountable for their actions.
Civil Rights
No one should have to fight alone when their rights are stripped away. Whether it’s police abuse, discrimination, or injustice rooted in bias, we stand shoulder-to-shoulder with those whose dignity has been denied — and we don’t back down.
Police Misconduct
No badge is above the law. When officers abuse their power and cause harm, we pursue justice with unshakable resolve—standing up for victims and holding departments accountable.
Personal Injury
Injury caused by someone else’s negligence can turn your life upside down. We’re here to help you seek justice, secure compensation, and reclaim your life. From car accidents to wrongful death cases, our experienced team fights to hold those at fault accountable.
Employment Law & Executive Representation
Your job isn’t just a paycheck, it’s your livelihood, your reputation, and your future. Whether you’ve been wrongfully terminated, harassed, or need strategic counsel in executive negotiations, we fight to protect what you’ve built.
Criminal Defense
Being charged with a crime can threaten everything. Our team brings sharp strategy and relentless advocacy to protect your freedom, your rights, and your future.
Injury caused by someone else’s negligence can turn your life upside down. We’re here to help you seek justice, secure compensation, and reclaim your life. From car accidents to wrongful death cases, our experienced team fights to hold those at fault accountable.
Personal Injury
Everyone deserves equal protection under the law. Whether facing police misconduct, discrimination, or violations of fundamental rights, we stand beside those whose voices have been ignored or silenced. Our commitment to justice drives every case we take.
Civil Rights
Unfair treatment at work? We represent employees who face discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, and wage violations. You work hard—you deserve to be treated with respect and fairness.
Employment Law
Executive Law
Injury caused by someone else’s negligence can turn your life upside down. We’re here to help you seek justice, secure compensation, and reclaim your life. From car accidents to wrongful death cases, our experienced team fights to hold those at fault accountable.
Executive Law
Losing a loved one due to negligence is heartbreaking and unfair. Our compassionate team fights tirelessly to secure justice and compensation for grieving families, holding wrongdoers accountable for their actions.
Wrongful Death
Your Legal Team
Founding Partner
Carl E. Douglas
From headline-making trials including the trial of the century with O.J. Simpson to history-setting verdicts, Carl Douglas’s legal career is remarkable.
Awards & Honors
Recognized for Excellence
Our dedication to fighting for justice has earned us recognition from some of the most respected legal organizations. We are proud to be acknowledged by AVVO, Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers, the NAACP, and more
Results that Matter
Behind every win is a real person whose story deserved to be heard — and justice delivered.
Our commitment to justice has led to numerous victories, from multimillion-dollar settlements to life-changing verdicts. But behind every case is a story, a person whose life was changed.
$8
MILLION
Verdict against the county of Los Angeles for the family of a man choked to death by los angeles county sheriff deputies.
Long Beach, CALIFORNIA
$5
MILLION
Settlement against major limousine company for wrongful death car accident case where the decedent left two adults and two minor children.
ALAMEDA, CALIFORNIA
$9
MILLION
Settlement against Los Angeles Unified School District for a bus v. pedestrian collision resulting in amputated leg.
$3.8
MILLION
Settlement against major limousine company for wrongful death car accident case where the decedent left two adults and two minor children.
$3.6
MILLION
Verdict against City of Los Angeles for George Floyd protestor shot in the hand with a less lethal projectile.
More Than Just
Attorneys
Our Community.
Our Responsibility.
Our commitment goes beyond cases — we educate, empower, and give back to the people we serve.
At Douglas / Hicks Law, we’re more than just attorneys; we’re advocates for our community. From supporting local initiatives to championing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within our firm and beyond, we take pride in giving back. Justice shouldn’t just happen in courtrooms. It should be present in our everyday actions.