John M. Fitzpatrick
Wheeler Trigg O'Donnell LLP • Denver, CO
Medical MalpracticeGeneral PracticeOutside General CounselPersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
Phone
(877) 447-3513
Address
370 Seventeenth Street, Denver, CO, 80202-5647, US
Professional
About
John M. Fitzpatrick is a distinguished trial attorney based in Denver, Colorado, with a robust legal career that spans over four decades. His journey began in 1981 with the U.S. Army Judge Advocate General (JAG) Corps, where he excelled as a prosecutor handling complex criminal cases in Colorado. In 1983, he was appointed Chief Prosecutor for the 8th Army Division in South Korea, further honing his litigation skills. By 1986, Fitzpatrick transitioned to the U.S. Army Tort Branch at the Pentagon as the senior medical malpractice attorney, successfully trying twelve significant civil cases to verdict in federal courts nationwide before entering private practice in Richmond, Virginia, in 1988. Throughout the next 20 years, Fitzpatrick earned a reputation as a premier trial lawyer renowned for his expertise in high-stakes litigation. His practice areas encompass medical malpractice, personal injury, and outside general counsel, with a particular focus on cases involving product defects in aviation, asbestos exposure, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices. Fitzpatrick has an impressive track record, having tried over 200 cases across 30 states and achieving defense verdicts in the majority of them. In 2007, Fitzpatrick joined Wheeler Trigg O'Donnell LLP, a prominent national litigation firm, where he quickly gained recognition as a leading trial attorney. His peers honored him as one of Colorado's Super Lawyers in 2008 and 2009, and he was named Law Week Colorado's "Lawyer of the Year" in 2008. Additionally, General Electric's Asbestos Section recognized him as their "Outside Counsel of the Year" that same year. With a steadfast commitment to client service and a proven ability to navigate complex legal challenges, John M. Fitzpatrick stands out as a trusted advocate for individuals and businesses alike in the realms of medical malpractice and personal injury law.
About Medical Malpractice Law
Medical malpractice attorneys represent patients harmed by healthcare provider negligence. They fight for compensation for injuries caused by medical errors. Common matters include surgical errors, misdiagnosis, birth injuries, medication errors.
Credentials
Education
1981 University of Notre Dame Law School - cum laude JD - Juris Doctor 1974 United States Military Academy, West Point BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2015 Product Liability - Colorado, Benchmark Litigation 2015 Commercial Litigation - Colorado, Chambers USA 2015 Product Liability - National, Chambers USA 2015 Mass Tort/Class Action Litigation, Best Lawyers 2015 Toxic Torts - National, Chambers USA
Associations
American Board of Trial Advocates Member The Network of Trial Law Firms Member Defense Research Institute Member
Speaking
2015 Endurance 2015 Healthcare Summit Don't Be Afraid of the Courtroom – Defend Good Medicine 2015 Defense Asbestos Litigation Seminar Navy Claims and Documents 2009 DRI Asbestos Medicine Seminar The Post-OSHA Warnings Case 2009 DRI Asbestos Medicine Seminar Does Every Fiber Really Contribute? 2007 Association of Corporate Counsel Colorado Chapter Selecting Outside Trial Counsel
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Updated: Sep 12, 2026