About Mary J
Mary Johanna Edlund is a licensed attorney in California, admitted to the State Bar on December 14, 1987, under license number 130052. Her license status is currently "Not Eligible to Practice Law," with the most recent administrative action recorded on July 1, 2025, for noncompliance with the California State Bar's Continuing Legal Education requirements. Ms. Edlund's office is located at 2406 La Tinada Ct, Carlsbad, CA 92009-9133. She can be contacted by phone at 805-216-8776.
Ms. Edlund earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in History from California State University, Long Beach, graduating with honors. She then pursued her Juris Doctor at Southwestern University School of Law in Los Angeles, where she received two Exceptional Achievement Awards in Legal Communication Skills. During her final semester, she served as a full-time extern-clerk for Judge Robert Boochever at the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.
Throughout her legal career, Ms. Edlund has focused on products liability and personal injury cases, representing clients in Ventura and Los Angeles counties. She has over twenty years of experience in these areas, handling cases from initial evaluation through trial proceedings. Her practice has involved various stages of litigation, including discovery, mediation, settlement negotiations, and trials in both state and federal courts.
Ms. Edlund has been admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, allowing her to handle appeals in federal appellate courts. She has also appeared before the United States District Court for the Central District of California, enabling her to represent clients in federal trial courts. Her extensive experience in products liability and personal injury law has equipped her to manage complex cases involving defective products and significant personal injuries.
In addition to her legal practice, Ms. Edlund has been active in the legal community. She served as an extern for the Long Beach City Prosecutor's Office, gaining experience in criminal law. Her externship with Judge Boochever provided her with valuable insights into appellate court procedures. Ms. Edlund is fluent in English and Spanish, allowing her to effectively serve a diverse clientele in Southern California.
