We are a Los Angeles trial law firm with a longstanding commitment to representing injured individuals and those who serve the public. Offering free consultations, we have achieved more than $3 billion in recoveries for clients since 1993. Our practice is built on decades of courtroom experience, and our results reflect consistent recognition from leading publications and organizations, including U.S. News Best Law Firms, Best Lawyers in America, and other distinguished legal rankings. We bring this history of excellence into every matter we handle, ensuring a high standard of advocacy in all cases.
McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP is frequently described by clients as a formidable legal team, known for securing some of the most significant verdicts and settlements in California. We represent first responders and wildfire victims, including police and firefighters facing discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. As panel counsel for major public safety organizations, we also assist those affected by California wildfires. Our services include wildfire litigation, personal injury, employment law, product liability, motor vehicle accidents, and related complex claims, with strict attention to deadlines, evidence, and case strategy.
McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP is frequently described by clients as a formidable legal team, known for securing some of the most significant verdicts and settlements in California. We represent first responders and wildfire victims, including police and firefighters facing discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. As panel counsel for major public safety organizations, we also assist those affected by California wildfires. Our services include wildfire litigation, personal injury, employment law, product liability, motor vehicle accidents, and related complex claims, with strict attention to deadlines, evidence, and case strategy.
Served areas
- Los Angeles, Santa Ana, Oakland, California
Details
- Year established: 1993
- Licensed
- Insured
Highlights and features
- Trusted Los Angeles trial lawyers with proven results legacy
- Over three billion dollars recovered for clients since 1993
- Representation for first responders and California wildfire victims
- Experienced in personal injury employment and product liability cases
- Recognized by major legal publications and organizations nationwide
- Decades of trial experience and hundreds of jury verdicts
Services
A personal injury claim seeks legal remedy when harm is caused by negligence. Accidents often require immediate medical evaluation and treatment for victims. Damages include medical bills, lost income, and personal losses. Evaluating liability and compensation requires legal analysis and review. Our firm provides representation aimed at achieving fair compensation. 
California’s roadways include more than 27 million licensed drivers, and Los Angeles ranks among the most congested cities. The rise in smartphone use has led to increasing distracted driving incidents and severe collisions. We represent injured clients involved in crashes caused by negligent drivers. We offer contingency representation and provide a free consultation while pursuing accountability. 
Wrongful death representation focuses on helping families pursue accountability after losing a loved one. We support families seeking justice in these devastating cases. Financial compensation cannot replace a life, but negligence must be addressed. Families face unexpected financial strain and emotional hardship. Our attorneys are committed to maximum recovery available. 
We represent individuals injured in accidents involving large commercial trucks. Such vehicles include 18-wheelers, tankers, and dump trucks operating across busy California roads safely. While truck operators are trained professionals, negligence can still lead to serious collisions and injuries. We are committed to pursuing compensation for victims and their families following these incidents on their behalf and recovery support. 
Our employment law practice advocates for workers facing labor violations across California. We rely on state and federal protections that prohibit harassment and discrimination in the workplace. We strive to ensure employees receive equitable pay, respectful conditions, and protection from abuse or neglect. If you believe you have experienced unfair treatment at work, we are available to evaluate your legal remedies. 
We represent victims of artificial intelligence and emerging technology harm nationwide. Our practice focuses on holding technology companies responsible for misuse of AI systems. Injuries may involve privacy violations, biased decision-making, deepfake content, and malfunctioning AI products. We provide case evaluation and guidance on pursuing potential legal remedies. 
As wildfire victims in California, you can rely on our public utility disaster attorneys at McNicholas & McNicholas for representation. We carefully assess your situation and ensure your rights are protected from the outset. Our experienced counsel is committed to maximizing recovery. We provide informed and diligent legal support tailored to your circumstances. People
Matthew McNicholas
Partner
As Californias most accomplished and fierce advocate for first responders, Partner Matthew McNicholas has built his reputation on one purpose: protecting those who protect us. With more than $150 million in high-impact verdicts and settlements for first responders, Matt has become the go-to attorney for law enforcement officers and firefighters facing discrimination, harassment and retaliation at their agencies. His work extends far beyond the courtroom, driving institutional reform at some of California's most powerful public agencies, including the Los Angeles Fire Department and Los Angeles Police Department. Matt also serves as Panel Counsel to the Los Angeles Police Protective League and the United Firefighters of Los Angeles City.
Patrick McNicholas
Partner
Few trial lawyers have Patrick McNicholas' track record when it comes to holding powerful institutions accountable. For more than 30 years, Patrick has represented survivors of institutional sexual abuse, victims of devastating California wildfires and catastrophic disasters, including complex injury and wrongful death matters.
Patrick was a lead attorney who was instrumental in one of the largest municipal settlements in U.S. history, a $4 billion resolution for more than 7,000 survivors of sexual abuse in Los Angeles County juvenile detention centers. Among his other landmark results, Patrick was a steering committee member for a $13.5 billion settlement on behalf of wildfire victims in the largest utility bankruptcy in U.S. history; an $85 million nationwide class action against Mercedes-Benz that exposed a dangerous safety defect; a $44 million settlement for air crash victims; a $41 million consumer fraud settlement, the largest in Orange County; and multimillion-dollar verdicts in cases involving sexual assault, construction injuries, and wrongful death.
Patrick was a lead attorney who was instrumental in one of the largest municipal settlements in U.S. history, a $4 billion resolution for more than 7,000 survivors of sexual abuse in Los Angeles County juvenile detention centers. Among his other landmark results, Patrick was a steering committee member for a $13.5 billion settlement on behalf of wildfire victims in the largest utility bankruptcy in U.S. history; an $85 million nationwide class action against Mercedes-Benz that exposed a dangerous safety defect; a $44 million settlement for air crash victims; a $41 million consumer fraud settlement, the largest in Orange County; and multimillion-dollar verdicts in cases involving sexual assault, construction injuries, and wrongful death.
John P. McNicholas
Partner
Founding Partner John McNicholas has more than five decades of experience representing plaintiffs in the areas of catastrophic personal injury, employment law, class actions, sexual abuse and other consumer-oriented matters. He is a recognized leader with more than 176 jury verdicts and 20 reported appellate decisions in copyright infringement, breach of contract, medical malpractice, pharmaceutical and aviation cases.
Mr. McNicholas has obtained millions in verdicts and settlements. His clients have included the Ronald Isley of the Isley Brothers, the late U.S. Congressman, Andrew J. Hinshaw, Lindsey Buckingham of Fleetwood Mac, former L.A. Dodger pitcher Carlos Lopez and the late movie mogul King Vidor.
Mr. McNicholas has obtained millions in verdicts and settlements. His clients have included the Ronald Isley of the Isley Brothers, the late U.S. Congressman, Andrew J. Hinshaw, Lindsey Buckingham of Fleetwood Mac, former L.A. Dodger pitcher Carlos Lopez and the late movie mogul King Vidor.
Reviews (12)
Kaos Ce
May 28, 2026
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my name is candy zamora and i am using my husbands google to post about Mcnicholas & Mcnicholas , well honestly they are always on point with answering phone calls and everything else. But i want to give a huge thanks to Shannon Obryan she is truly an amazing woman, she deals with so much and she still has a happy voice to comfort anyone with any questions. she is always ready to answer my questions. she is a power house and i am so thankful for you dear~ have a wonderful day~
Regina
Jan 29, 2026
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Topcat Cole
Sep 06, 2025
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Nicole Cox
Aug 28, 2025
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Seldom do you receive the stellar representation, service, and treatment that McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP provided continually while handling my case. Chris was the person who made the whole process understandable by taking the time to explain things and answer any and all my question. He truly made a horrible space in time bearable. Because of him, and everyone else
I dealt with that worked so hard on my behalf, they turned loss and devastation into a future I now look forward too!!!
I dealt with that worked so hard on my behalf, they turned loss and devastation into a future I now look forward too!!!
Mattie Lee
Jul 30, 2025
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Jonathan Longmire
Jul 29, 2025
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This firm has done a wonderful job by taking this case and winning it for all us and I’m greatful for the transparency of the team and the professionalism of Antonio Guzman today being respectful and welcoming during our conference today.
Thank you for your leadership and correcting an injustice in my life and the lives of others.
Thank you for your leadership and correcting an injustice in my life and the lives of others.
Aasia Alexandra
Jul 24, 2025
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I just wanna appreciate Rangika and Yousra Mohamed very helpful kind and kind . Me going through the things I went through in live it’s been hard but they are doing their job to make sure people are okay they will talk to you ask you anything and you can tell them anything. Also if you have any questions they are not rude people they will answer your question as much as they can .
Mr. Robert Rudolph
Jul 09, 2025
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Thank you McNicholas &McNicholas they are very direct in getting things done as a team,with the clients best intentions, I enjoyed working we my case manager Yousra and her assistant ,they done and Awesome Job, I'd recommend them for my own family, As a matter of fact they make you feel like your family as well, Thank McNicholas &McNicholas team for all you've done,
Movin Mazerati
Jun 20, 2025
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Dana Oliver
Jan 05, 2022
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Allan Bridgford helped my family recover from the Woolsey fire. He was amazing! Anytime I would reach out to him, he responded within minutes, in an honest, calm, genuinely caring manner. He walked me through the process the whole way. Within a year, we received our settlement. He pushed everything through quickly and smoothly. Thank you Allan! You changed our lives forever!!
Trish Ramirez
Dec 27, 2020
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I have been working with McNicholas & McNicholas for some time now and I have been nothing but impressed. Abel Nair has been working on our case and he has made me feel as comfortable as possible. He explained the process in detail, is professional, determined and will go the extra mile for you. He and the staff (especially Dawn) have been excellent to work with and always available, which is important if you have never been through something this before, like myself. If you are fortunate enough to get Abel to work on your case, you will not be disappointed.
Brooke Whitney
Oct 27, 2020
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McNicholas & McNicholas was a great law firm to work with. I had never worked with an attorney before and they made the process easy and painless. Michael Kent was super helpful. Michael and his staff are friendly and easy to communicate with. I would use this law firm again if I needed help in the future.