Your Pacific Palisades public adjuster
The Palisades Fire in January 2025 destroyed thousands of structures in Pacific Palisades and left smoke and ash damage in many homes that survived. Whether you are rebuilding, relocating or cleaning up a home that was left standing, the claim is large and the details matter. We work for you, not the insurance company, and we handle the documentation and negotiation so you can focus on what comes next.
If your claim was denied, underpaid or delayed, or you are not sure the insurance company's number makes sense, call us before you agree to a settlement or sign anything.
What shapes insurance claims in Pacific Palisades
A total loss claim involves much more than the dwelling limit. It includes contents, additional living expenses, debris removal and the cost of rebuilding to current code. Palisades homes often involve custom construction, hillside lots and high replacement costs, so estimates built on standard per square foot pricing tend to come up short.
Many Palisades homes that did not burn still have smoke, ash and soot in the HVAC system, attic and walls. Our Palisades Fire smoke case study shows what a thorough scope can involve, including the HVAC system, attic, pool and interior.
After a declared state of emergency, California law also gives extra time to collect additional living expenses and replacement cost on a total loss, and owners who rebuild or buy elsewhere keep the benefits they would have received at the original site. The California Department of Insurance explains these protections in Bulletin 2025-2.
Claims we handle in Pacific Palisades
- Fire and smoke damage, including wildfire smoke and ash in homes that did not burn.
- Water damage, from burst pipes and failed supply lines to hidden leaks and mold disputes.
- Wind and roof damage, including partial repair offers when the whole roof needs replacing.
- Vandalism and burglary, from stolen belongings to broken doors and windows.
- Personal property and contents, so your belongings are valued fairly.
- Condo and HOA claims, where the master policy and the unit owner's policy both come into play.
How it works
- Free claim review. Tell us what happened. We look at your policy and the insurance company's position and tell you where you stand.
- Documentation. We inspect the property, document the damage and prepare a detailed estimate and photo report.
- Negotiation. We deal with the adjuster, respond to their estimate and push back on anything that was left out or undervalued.
- Appraisal if needed. When the two sides cannot agree, we can invoke the appraisal clause in your policy.
Public adjusters are paid a percentage of the amount recovered, and the fee is spelled out in a written contract before you sign anything.
Serving Pacific Palisades and nearby areas
We work with property owners across Pacific Palisades, including the Highlands, Castellammare, Marquez Knolls, Rustic Canyon and the Alphabet Streets. We also help clients in Malibu, Los Angeles and Beverly Hills and across Los Angeles County.
Our office is at 414 N Orange St, Unit 107, Glendale, CA 91203. Get directions.
