Charles Douglas Naylor
Law Offices of Charles D. Naylor • Long Beach, CA
Wrongful DeathPersonal Injury
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11 Golden Shore Drive, Long Beach, CA, 90802, US
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Charles Douglas Naylor is a distinguished personal injury trial attorney based in Long Beach, California, with over three decades of experience in both state and federal courts throughout Southern California. Renowned for his expertise, Mr. Naylor has adeptly managed and resolved hundreds of cases related to injuries sustained in the bustling ports of Los Angeles, Long Beach, and beyond. His commitment to upholding the highest ethical standards and delivering exceptional legal representation has earned him a respected standing within the legal community. Mr. Naylor's accolades reflect his dedication and skill in the field of personal injury law. He was recognized as a finalist for the prestigious Consumer Attorney of the Year Award by the Consumer Attorneys of California in 2007 and received the esteemed CLAY Award from California Lawyer Magazine in 2008. His exemplary legal acumen has garnered him an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, indicative of his high professional standards, and he has consistently been named one of Southern California’s top attorneys by Super Lawyers from 2007 to 2011. Among his notable achievements, Mr. Naylor secured a groundbreaking jury verdict exceeding $55 million in a 2007 wrongful death case for the family of a longshoreman, alongside a substantial settlement of $3.2 million for an injured longshorewoman. In addition to his trial work, he contributes to the legal field as a lecturer for the State of California's Continuing Education of the Bar program and as a Neutral Evaluator for maritime injury cases in the Los Angeles County Superior Courts. A leader in his field, Mr. Naylor serves as a commissioner for the State Bar of California's Board of Legal Specialization, focusing on the criteria for certification as a specialist in Admiralty and Maritime Law. He is also an adjunct professor at Chapman University School of Law, where he teaches Admiralty and Maritime Law. His memberships include the Maritime Section of the Long Beach Bar Association, the Maritime Law Association of the United States, and the American Association for Justice. Mr. Naylor’s extensive experience and unwavering commitment to client service ensure that those he represents receive the highest level of legal advocacy.
About Wrongful Death Law
Wrongful death attorneys represent families who have lost loved ones due to the negligence of others. They seek compensation for the devastating loss. Common matters include fatal accidents, medical negligence deaths, workplace fatalities, product liability deaths.
Credentials
Education
1974 Santa Clara Univ SOL law 1970 California St Univ Long Beach undergraduate
Languages
English | Spanish
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2018 Best Lawyers in America - Admiralty & Maritime Law, Best Lawyers 2018 Southern California Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers 2018 AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell 2017 Southern California Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers 2017 AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Publications
2011 Speaking Engagement - WILG 2011 Annual Conference Amphibious Maritime Workers - The Law of the Tide Pool
Associations
2009 - Present Chapman University School of Law Adjunct Professor of Law, Maritime and Admiralty Law 2007 - Present State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization Admiralty & Maritime Consulting Group Commissioner 2002 - Present Workers Injury Law and Advocacy group Member 2000 - Present Long Beach Bar Association, Admiralty Section Member 2000 - Present American Association for Justice, Admiralty Law Section Member
Speaking
2011 WILG 2011 Annual Conference Amphibious Maritime Workers
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Updated: May 25, 2026