CALIFORNIA’S Premier Lemon Law Lawyers in San Diego

Thomson ReutersSuper Lawyer” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Thirteen Years in a row! 2014 – 2026!

⭐ The National Trial LawyersTop 100 Civil Plaintiff Lawyer“.

⭐ America’s Most Honored Professionals 2018-2025

⭐ San Diego MagazineTop Attorneys in San Diego” 2016-2025

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HELPING YOU PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS

DON’T FIGHT DEALERS ON YOUR OWN

We are experienced Lemon Law Attorneys in San Diego who can help protect your rights as a consumer in the state of California.

We have won several significant cases over the years in the state of California, one of which is the well known judgement against Thor Motor Coach.

This ruling is a significant victory for the consumers of California who have been affected by Thor Motor Coach’s alleged violations of the state’s lemon law.

⚖️ You can read about our recent victory against Thor Motor Coach here.

Attorney Julian McMillan understands the intricacies of the Lemon Law in California and how to pursue proper compensation under the law. He welcomes the opportunity to review the facts of your vehicle purchase and provide a candid assessment of what you can expect if you pursue legal action.

Consultations are free, so call +1 619-795-9430 now to schedule a time to speak to us about your situation.

WHO WE ARE

ABOUT MCMILLAN LAW GROUP

Thirteen times named a “super lawyer” by Thompson Reuters for 2014-2026, Julian has been resolving legal issues for individual and corporate clients under his own shingle for 13 years.

McMillan Law Group is a consumer advocacy law firm and an experience lemon law lawyer in San Diego, representing consumers in California Lemon Law matters.

What separates the McMillan Law Group from other firms in lemon law is that from the outset, you speak with an attorney experienced in lemon law with a proven track record of success. Our client testimonials speak for themselves and are a great source of pride for the firm. The firm has handled an innumerate number of cases in this area of law and would welcome the opportunity to speak to you about either (our consultations are free).

We provide legal assistance to consumers throughout the state of California from our office in San Diego, proudly serving clients in North County, Chula Vista, El Cajon, La Jolla, and surrounding areas.

FIELDS OF EXPERTISE

IS A MOTOR VEHICLE PURCHASE GIVING YOU FITS?

Purchasing a new or used motor vehicle should be a reason to celebrate. If you end up returning it to the dealer multiple times for repairs that do not get the vehicle operating correctly, you may have a “lemon.”

A Lemon Law Attorney protects consumers from being stuck with a vehicle that is under warranty and does not meet the performance specifications of the manufacturer’s warranty, or it cannot be satisfactorily repaired after numerous attempts. In some cases, consumers may be entitled to a replacement vehicle or a refund.

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OUR MISSION

WE HELP PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS

Attorney Julian McMillan understands the intricacies of the Lemon Law in California and how to pursue proper compensation under the law. He welcomes the opportunity to review the facts of your vehicle purchase and provide a candid assessment of what you can expect if you pursue legal action.

Consultations are free, so call +1 619-795-9430 now to schedule a time to speak to us about your situation.

FIELDS OF EXPERTISE

A NO-RISK PROPOSITION

In lemon law cases, our firm only collects an attorney fee if we help you obtain compensation, a replacement, a refund or some other form of compensation.

The free initial consultation we offer is your opportunity to discuss your legal problems candidly and confidentially and chart a course of action. Use our online contact form below or call +1 619-795-9430 to schedule a meeting.

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OUR ADVICE

BUYING A USED CAR?

When buying a used car, always go with the manufacturer’s certified pre-owned program (CPO). People buy used cars to save money and avoid the immediate twenty percent depreciation on a new car. Often I hear from clients who bought a Chevy from a Ford Store. If there are problems with the car, Ford will seldom be accountable to you under the lemon law. If you buy that same Chevy from a General Motors dealership under their CPO program, both General Motors and the Dealership will be accountable.

 

CONTACT US

MCMILLAN LAW GROUP

ADDRESS

4655 Cass St, San Diego, CA 92109, United States

EMAIL

information@mcmillanlawgroup.com

HOURS

Mon-Sat: 8am – 8pm

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Meet Your Attorney

Meet Your San Diego Lemon Law Attorney

Julian McMillan · Founding Attorney, McMillan Law Group

When you contact McMillan Law Group, you speak directly with Julian McMillan — an experienced lemon law attorney with a proven track record against major manufacturers. Named a Thomson Reuters “Super Lawyer” thirteen times (2014–2026), Julian has represented California consumers and businesses for 13 years, guiding clients through the Song-Beverly Act process to secure buybacks, replacements, and cash settlements.

  • Thomson Reuters Super Lawyer · 2014–2026
  • National Trial Lawyers Top 100
  • San Diego Magazine Top Attorneys
  • America’s Most Honored Professionals
Client Reviews

What Our San Diego Lemon Law Clients Say

Real reviews from McMillan Law Group clients on Google

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Ben Lawson
Google Review
★★★★★
Ford F-150
I can’t express enough how grateful I am for the exceptional legal assistance I received from Julian in handling my lemon law case. After purchasing a brand-new Ford F-150 that turned out to be riddled with mechanical issues, I was feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, and unsure of my options. That’s when I reached out to Julian, and from the very first consultation, I knew I was in great hands…
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Sophia Bengel
Google Review
★★★★★
I would highly recommend McMillan Law Group for any Lemon Case. I recently settled my case and was extremely satisfied with my outcome. Julian is very responsive and settled my case sooner than I expected. I am very grateful for his assistance. I will recommend anyone to McMillan Law Group!!
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Devon Diffey
Google Review
★★★★★
Julian was amazing! Super quick on communication! The dealership who my case was through missed 2 deadlines and a court appearance but Julian stayed on top of them and got us our settlement and even countered and got us more cash in the end! Can’t go wrong with Julian!
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Alandria Saifer
Google Review
★★★★★
Mini / BMW buyback
Julian McMillan is an excellent attorney. My 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman was still under warranty when I discovered an issue with the fuel line that Mini couldn’t correct after 3 visits. Mr. McMillan understood the law in relation to my issue and dealt with the manufacturer on my behalf. He arranged for BMW (the manufacturer of Mini) to buy back my car based on the mileage on the car when I first discovered the issue…
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Rahmahn Davis
Google Review
★★★★★
Julian is the best in the business! He was very knowledgeable and kept me informed step by step in the process. My case was settled quickly and was very satisfied with the outcome! Thank you again McMillan Law Group!
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Joan Barnes
Google Review
★★★★★
Julian is attentive, thorough, and well versed in lemon law and what is necessary to advocate for resolution. He is a seasoned attorney in this area of law and expedites the process so it is seamless and moves forward as smoothly as possible in this adversarial situation. I was more than satisfied with my end result in that it was fair and reasonable. I would highly recommend Julian!
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Tanya C.
Google Review
★★★★★
Dealing with a Lemon, which I never knew I had one until I made a call to Julian McMillan, he assured me many times my vehicle was a Lemon. From the very first consultation he was very knowledgeable empathetic and fiercely dedicated to getting me the justice I deserved. Julian is amazing…
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Walt Gon
Google Review
★★★★★
Julian stood out when I was researching lemon law attorneys. On the phone, he was very kind, knowledgeable, and understanding of our frustrations with our vehicle. My wife and I highly recommend Julian McMillan because he genuinely does care. He asks questions and also empathizes with the situation…
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Samana Tahiree
Google Review
★★★★★
I was referred to McMillan Law to see Julian. Seeing so many commercials and ads about other law groups I still decided to go with Julian based off of his attitude and responses in regards to the case. It was a very easy process. It went very smoothly and he was very communicative throughout the whole case…

California Lemon Law Knowledge Center

If your vehicle has spent more time at the dealer than on the road, you may have a California Lemon Law claim under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act. Browse the full guide below or request a free case review.

Know the Law

California’s Song-Beverly Act is one of the strongest consumer-warranty statutes in the U.S. Learn the lemon law presumption (4 attempts, 2 for safety, or 30 days out of service), how it interacts with the federal Magnuson-Moss Act, and what the statute of limitations means for your timing.

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The Claim Process

A California lemon law claim moves through documentation, statutory notice, optional BBB Auto Line arbitration, and (when needed) civil litigation. Most cases resolve in 3 to 9 months.

See the full process →

Your Recovery

Successful claimants choose between a buyback, a replacement vehicle, or a cash-and-keep settlement. Willful manufacturer conduct exposes them to a civil penalty up to 2× damages, and attorney’s fees are paid by the manufacturer under § 1794(d).

Understand the remedies →

What Counts as a Lemon

Common qualifying defects include the engine, transmission, electrical, brakes, safety systems, and infotainment software. Defects affecting safety often qualify after just two repair attempts.

All defect categories →

Vehicles & Manufacturers

The Lemon Law covers used vehicles, leased vehicles, EVs, motorcycles, and RVs. See brand-specific pattern defects for Tesla, Honda, Toyota, Ford, Hyundai, Kia, BMW, and others.

All manufacturers →

Working with Our Firm

Founded by Julian McMillan — Thomson Reuters Super Lawyer (2014–2025), Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Lawyer — McMillan Law Group represents California consumers statewide on a contingency basis. Wondering if you have a claim?

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