Earl Schurmer
The Law Offices of Schurmer and Wood • Oxnard, CA
Wrongful DeathInsuranceMedical MalpracticePersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
Phone
(805) 804-3856
Address
300 East Esplanade Drive, Oxnard, CA, 93036, US
Professional
About
Earl Schurmer is a seasoned attorney based in Oxnard, CA, with a robust focus on insurance law, medical malpractice, and personal injury cases. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Southern California, graduating in 1986, and later obtained his Juris Doctorate from Southwestern School of Law in Los Angeles in 1991. Mr. Schurmer is licensed to practice in all California State and Federal Courts and is an active member of several prestigious legal organizations, including the Consumer Attorneys of California, the Consumer Attorneys of Los Angeles, and the American Trial Lawyers Association. He is also affiliated with the Ventura and Santa Barbara County Bar Associations and has participated in the Santa Barbara and Ventura Inns of Court. Beginning his legal career at Gilbert, Kelly, Crowley & Jennet, an insurance defense firm in Los Angeles, Mr. Schurmer developed a comprehensive understanding of litigation across various personal injury scenarios. His extensive experience includes negotiation with insurance executives and adjusters, equipping him with invaluable insights into claims resolution. In 1993, Mr. Schurmer joined forces with his father to establish the Law Offices of Schurmer & Drane in Santa Barbara, where he has successfully represented numerous clients in personal injury and wrongful death cases from initial consultation through trial. He has participated in hundreds of arbitrations and has a proven track record of securing favorable verdicts in diverse matters, including complex medical malpractice and significant personal injury claims. Outside of his legal practice, Earl enjoys a fulfilling family life with his wife, Rhonda, and their three children, residing in Santa Barbara. His commitment to client advocacy and legal excellence sets him apart as a trusted legal partner in the community.
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
1991 Southwestern University School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1986 University of Southern California BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English | Spanish
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2017 10 Best Attorneys in Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Personal Injury Lawyers 2016 BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell 2016 Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
Publications
2014 The Daily Journa Gaitan v. Park Glenn Apartments
Associations
2016 - Present American Association for Justice Member 2010 - Present Consumer Attorneys of California Member 2004 - Present American Trial Lawyers Association Member 2000 - Present Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles Member 2000 - Present Ventura County Bar Association Member
Speaking
N/A BNI Weekly Breakfast Meeting Pitfalls in Medical Malpractice
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Updated: May 25, 2026