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John Patrick Mcnicholas

McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP • Los Angeles, CA
Personal InjuryClass ActionsEmployment Law

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Contact

Email
john@mcnicholaslaw.com
Phone
(626) 774-7541
Address
Los Angeles, CA, US

Professional

About

John Patrick McNicholas is a seasoned trial attorney and partner at McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP, located in the heart of Los Angeles, California. With over 25 years of legal experience, he exclusively advocates for plaintiffs in critical practice areas, including class actions, employment law, and personal injury. His commitment to justice and his clients' rights has made him a formidable presence in the legal landscape. Mr. McNicholas has successfully managed a multitude of high-profile cases, achieving remarkable results such as a $44 million resolution for air crash victims and a historic $42 million consumer class action settlement—the largest in Orange County's history. His proficiency in the courtroom is further exemplified by a $10.8 million jury verdict for a minor victim of molestation, a $10 million jury verdict for a construction worker with a severe injury, and a $6 million settlement for a family following a tragic workplace accident involving the MTA. Academically, Mr. McNicholas earned his Juris Doctor from McGeorge School of Law at the University of the Pacific in 1986, following a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of San Francisco in 1983. His outstanding legal acumen has garnered him recognition from esteemed organizations, including Southern California Super Lawyers and the Top 100 Lawyers list, and he holds an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell. Beyond his legal practice, Mr. McNicholas is actively engaged in his community and maintains memberships in several professional organizations, further underscoring his dedication to both his clients and the legal profession.

About Personal Injury Law

Personal injury attorneys represent individuals who have been injured due to the negligence of others. They work to obtain compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Common matters include car accidents, slip and fall, medical malpractice, workplace injuries.

Credentials

Education
1986 McGeorge SOL University of the Pacific JD - Juris Doctor 1983 University of San Francisco BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2014 “Top 100 Lawyers”, Super Lawyers 2014 Southern California Super Lawyers, Southern California Super Lawyers 2014 Best Law Firms, U.S. News 2013 “Top 100 Lawyers”, Super Lawyers 2013 Southern California Super Lawyers, Southern California Super Lawyers
Publications
2006 Forum, Vol. 36, No. 6 “Effective Use of Your Expert Witnesses” 2006 Forum, Vol. 36, No. 8 “California Court of Appeal Confirms Application of Civil Rights Legislation to Workplace Discrimination Claims” 2003 Forum, Vol. 33, No. 5 “Motions in Limine: Controlling and Previewing the Evidence” 2001 Forum, Vol. 31, No. 2 “The Essentials of Representing The Injured Seaman” 1999 Forum, Vol. 29, No. 5 The Danger Creation Doctrine and Section 1983: Government Liability for Third Party Torts”
Associations
2015 - Present Los Angeles Trial Lawyers’ Charities Honorary Board of Governors 2008 - Present American College of Trial Lawyers (admission by invitation only) Member 1998 - Present American Board of Trial Advocates (admission based on trial experience) Member 1986 - Present Consumer Attorneys of Los Angeles Member 1986 - Present American Trial Lawyers Association Member
Updated: Mar 21, 2026