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McNicholas & McNicholas Named to Best Law Firms 2026 List
McNicholas & McNicholas has been named to the 2026 Best Law Firms list, ranked by Best Lawyers®. The firm was recognized both nationally and regionally for its work in class actions and labor &…
Benchmark Litigation Recognizes McNicholas & McNicholas Partners as Top Attorneys in California for 2025
Benchmark Litigation named Partners John McNicholas, Matthew McNicholas, and Patrick McNicholas as Litigation Stars and top attorneys in California for their ongoing work representing clients in labor & employment and personal injury matters. Benchmark…
CBS News LA Interviews Patrick McNicholas on LA County $828M Child Abuse Settlement
CBS News Los Angeles interviewed Partner Patrick McNicholas about the recently approved $828 million settlement for victims of childhood sexual abuse. The settlement addresses allegations that staff at county juvenile and foster care facilities…
Partner Patrick McNicholas Set to Speak at 2025 Consumer Attorneys of California Annual Convention
Partner Patrick McNicholas is scheduled to speak at the Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC) 64th Annual Convention on November 15 at the Palace Hotel in San Francisco. He will participate in the panel, Mass…
Partner Matthew McNicholas Selected as Finalist for 2025 National Law Journal Awards, Winning Litigators – Plaintiffs
The National Law Journal has named Matthew McNicholas a finalist for its 2025 Annual Awards in the Winning Litigators – Plaintiffs category. Every year, the publication recognizes attorneys who have demonstrated a proven track…
Matthew and Patrick McNicholas Recognized on 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America List
Partners Matthew McNicholas and Patrick McNicholas were recognized in The 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America for their impactful work representing clients in high-stakes cases and their influence both inside and outside the courtroom…
LABJ Names Matthew McNicholas to 2025 Leaders of Influence: Labor & Employment Attorneys List
Partner Matthew McNicholas was recognized on the Los Angeles Business Journal’s 2025 Leaders of Influence: Labor & Employment Attorneys list. This feature spotlights attorneys who are skilled in navigating recent labor laws and adapting…
Partner Patrick McNicholas Set to Present at 2025 CAALA Las Vegas Conference
Partner Patrick McNicholas is scheduled to speak at the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles (CAALA) Annual Las Vegas Conference on August 29. McNicholas will participate in the panel, Ride Share, Delivery Services, E-Bikes,…
Best Lawyers® Recognizes 10 McNicholas & McNicholas Attorneys on 2026 List
Attorneys John McNicholas, Matthew McNicholas, Patrick McNicholas, Jeffrey Lamb, Juan Victoria, and Douglas Winter were named to the Best Lawyers® 2026 list. Additionally, Richard Powers was named to the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch…
LA Times Names Matthew and Patrick McNicholas to 2025 Consumer Attorneys of Southern California List
Partners Matthew McNicholas and Patrick McNicholas were included in the Los Angeles Times’ Consumer Attorneys of Southern California 2025 list, recognizing the significant impact of their work in personal injury and labor and employment. …
Matthew and Patrick McNicholas Recognized on 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Civil Rights & Plaintiff Employment Lawyers List
Partners Matthew McNicholas and Patrick McNicholas were named in Lawdragon’s 8th edition of the 500 Leading Civil Rights & Plaintiff Employment Lawyers 2025 Guide for their efforts advocating for individuals facing discrimination, wrongful termination,…
The Press-Enterprise Interviews Matthew McNicholas on Riverside PD Officers Being Investigated for Disabled Veteran Plates on Personal Cars
Three Riverside patrol officers are under investigation and have been suspended by their department for using disabled military veteran license plates on their personal vehicles while on active duty. The Press-Enterprise turned to Matthew…
Los Angeles Business Journal Names Matthew McNicholas and Patrick McNicholas to 2025 Leaders of Influence: Litigators & Trial Attorneys List
Partners Matthew McNicholas and Patrick McNicholas were named to the Los Angeles Business Journal’s 2025 Leaders of Influence: Litigators & Trial Attorneys list, recognizing the significant impact their work has had on law, policy,…
The Dream Team: Los Angeles Business Journal Spotlights McNicholas & McNicholas and Co-Counsel for Securing Record-Breaking $4B Juvenile Hall Abuse Settlement—The Largest in LA County History
The Los Angeles Business Journal (LABJ) featured McNicholas & McNicholas and co-counsel in their article about the firm’s recent $4 billion settlement for more than 7,000 victims of systemic sexual abuse in Los Angeles…
McNicholas & McNicholas Welcomes Two Associates to the Firm’s Los Angeles Office
McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP is excited to announce the addition of two new associate attorneys to the Los Angeles office: Aaron Olson-Alvarado and Kaylee Van der Zee. Aaron Olson-Alvarado represents clients affected by California…
Matthew McNicholas and Patrick McNicholas Named to Los Angeles Business Journal’s 2025 LA500 List
Partners Matthew McNicholas and Patrick McNicholas have been selected for inclusion in the Los Angeles Business Journal’s 2025 LA500 list, which recognizes the most influential leaders in the Greater Los Angeles region. Matthew’s profile…
Lawsuit Filed Against Hermosa Beach Dance School for Failing to Protect Minors from Hidden Cameras
A lawsuit has been filed against School of Dance & Music after hidden video recording devices were discovered in multiple restroom facilities at the school’s Hermosa Beach, California locations. The lawsuit, filed by personal…
McNicholas & McNicholas Selected as Finalist for National Law Journal’s 2025 Elite Trial Lawyers
The National Law Journal has named McNicholas & McNicholas a finalist for its 2025 Elite Trial Lawyers list. Each year, the National Law Journal recognizes firms with a track record of achievements in innovative…
Los Angeles Times, AP News, The Guardian, and More Report on L.A. County Board of Supervisors Approving Landmark $4B Settlement in Juvenile Hall Sexual Abuse Case
As reported by the Los Angeles Times, the Associated Press, The Guardian, NBC 4, and more, McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP and co-counsel secured a $4 billion settlement for over 7,000 victims of systemic sexual…
Los Angeles Times, CBS, New York Times, AP News, and More Report on Historic $4B Settlement in Juvenile Hall Sexual Abuse Case
As reported by the Los Angeles Times, CBS News, AP News, and multiple other outlets, McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP, Becker Law Group, ACTS Law, Boucher LLP, and Slater Slater Schulman LLP reached a $4…
McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP Sponsors Los Angeles Police Museum 2024 Jack Webb Awards Gala
McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP is a proud sponsor of the Los Angeles Police Museum Jack Webb Awards Gala. Every year this event honors extraordinary people who have made a life-long commitment to supporting law enforcement. This year’s event is on Saturday, February…
Why the Constitution Matters and What We Must Do to Protect It – Patrick McNicholas and Rachel Talento Author Daily Journal Article
Given the current political climate and the upcoming presidential election, the need for civic education in the pursuit of constitutional protection is more urgent than ever. In their Daily Journal article, Partner Patrick McNicholas and Attorney Rachel Talento discuss the judicial branch’s role…
Southern California Super Lawyers Recognizes Four McNicholas & McNicholas Attorneys on 2024 List
Partners Matthew McNicholas and Patrick McNicholas and Senior Lawyers Jeffrey Lamb and Douglas Winter were selected to Southern California Super Lawyers 2024 for their work in personal injury and labor & employment litigation. Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from…
McNicholas & McNicholas Announces 2024 Education Scholarship for Children of UFLAC Members
McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP is excited to announce four new scholarships throughout 2024 – $12,500 each – for children of United Firefighters of Los Angeles City (UFLAC) members. McNicholas & McNicholas believes that education is the key to personal prosperity and the…
Hilmar Cheese Company Sued for Systemic Illegal Employment Practices – Fresno Bee, Merced Sun Star & Daily Journal Report on Unlawful Termination & Disability Discrimination Lawsuit
As reported by Fresno Bee, Merced Sun Star and Daily Journal, the disability discrimination and unlawful termination lawsuit filed against Hilmar Cheese Company has been amended after discovery identified that since at least 2007, Hilmar has subjected many of its employees to…
TopVerdict Names $1 Million Judgment Against LAPD to Top 100 Labor & Employment Verdicts in the U.S.
Partner Matthew McNicholas and Senior Lawyer Douglas Winter’s $1 million verdict on behalf of a 21-year veteran Police Officer III with the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) was ranked among TopVerdict’s Top 100 Labor & Employment Verdicts in the United States for 2022. Vincent Albano…
TopVerdict Recognizes $4.3M Disability Discrimination Judgment Against LAPD in Top 20 U.S. Labor & Employment Verdicts
Partner Matthew McNicholas and Senior Lawyer Douglas Winter’s unanimous $4.3 million jury verdict on behalf of a veteran lieutenant officer with the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) was recognized among TopVerdict’s Top 20 Labor & Employment Verdicts in the U.S. for 2022. In Lou Vince v. City of Los…
CBS News and LA Times Report on Claims Against LAPD for Discrimination and Retaliation; Officer Alleges She Was Stalked by Assistant Chief Alfred Labrada
Partner Matthew McNicholas is representing a Los Angeles Police Department officer in her claims against the City of Los Angeles and LAPD for discrimination and retaliation after Assistant Chief Alfred Labrada allegedly stalked her. The officer further alleges that her complaint was leaked…
John McNicholas Profiled in Los Angeles Business Journal’s “8 Over 80”
At age 87, partner and cofounder John McNicholas has amassed more than 200 jury and appellate victories and has no plans for retirement. Profiled by Los Angeles Business Journal, John discusses his successful career path in personal injury, product liability, antitrust and…
La Opinión Reports on Discrimination and Retaliation Lawsuit Against the City of Los Angeles
Partner Matthew McNicholas and Of Counsel member Jason Oliver are representing Sergeant Rigoberto Vásquez, a 26-year-veteran police officer in a racial discrimination and retaliation case against the City of Los Angeles. Vásquez alleges he was retaliated against after reporting that he heard…
Patrick McNicholas Honored with Jim Brovelli Award for Outstanding Contributions to University of San Francisco Athletics’ Basketball Program
In coordination with University of San Francisco Athletics, the Hilltop Club Foundation has honored Partner Patrick McNicholas with the Jim Brovelli Award, given at the Tip Off Gala on November 4, 2023. The Jim Brovelli Award is presented annually to an individual who…
McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP Earns Multiple Top-Tier Rankings by “Best Law Firms®”
For the eleventh consecutive year, McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP has garnered a Tier 1 ranking in several practice areas by Best Law Firms®. The firm’s rankings include: National Tier 1 Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Plaintiffs Metropolitan Tier 1 –…
McNicholas & McNicholas Donates $100,000 to LMU Loyola Law School to Assist New and Aspiring Lawyers
We are thrilled to continue our tradition of supporting education and legal excellence by donating $100,000 to Loyola Law School’s “McNicholas & McNicholas Scholarship Fund.” We are proud to partner with Loyola Law School to provide deserving students with the resources they…
Los Angeles Times Interviews Matthew McNicholas on LAPD Commander’s Press Conference Regarding Allegations He Was Unlawfully Tracking an Officer
A press conference was held on October 17, 2023 by Commander Alfred Labrada and his attorney concerning the allegations he was involved in unlawfully tracking an LAPD officer’s movements by hiding an Apple AirTag in her car. Partner Matthew McNicholas was contacted…
Los Angeles Business Journal Names Matthew McNicholas to Leaders of Influence: Labor & Employment 2023 List
Partner Matthew McNicholas was selected to Los Angeles Business Journal’s Leaders of Influence: Labor & Employment 2023 list in recognition of his work representing law enforcement officers, firefighters and other first responders to hold their unethical employers accountable and create real change…
Benchmark Litigation Ranks Three McNicholas & McNicholas Partners in 2024 Guide
For the sixth consecutive year, Benchmark Litigation recognized Partners John McNicholas, Matthew McNicholas and Patrick McNicholas as Litigation Stars for their representation of clients in Personal Injury and Labor & Employment matters. Benchmark Litigation is the definitive guide to the world’s leading litigation firms and lawyers. The guide…
Trial Begins in Lawsuit Brought by Bicyclist Who Was Severely Injured After Being Hit by Negligent Driver at Arcadia Intersection
McNicholas & McNicholas trial attorneys Jeffrey Lamb and Juan Victoria are representing the Plaintiff in Li Zhang v. Kokichi Nakazawa for injuries suffered in a bicycle accident. The trial began on September 19, 2023, in the Los Angeles County Superior Court. The…
Lawsuit Filed Against the City of Los Angeles and LAPD for Wrongly Releasing Identities of Undercover Officers – LA Times, FOX LA, Audacy and More Report on Case
As reported by Los Angeles Times, FOX LA, Audacy and other news outlets, nearly 700 undercover Los Angeles Police Department officers sued the City of Los Angeles on September 12, 2023, alleging their safety was affected by the release of department photographs…
$2.8M Verdict for Riverside Police Officer in Ticket Quota Retaliation Case – Mercury News and Press-Enterprise Report on Lawsuit
Following a month-long trial in a ticket quota retaliation case, McNicholas & McNicholas secured a $2.8 million verdict on behalf of now-retired Riverside Police Department Officer Shawn Casteel against the City of Riverside. In interviews with Mercury News and Press-Enterprise, Partner Matthew McNicholas said,…
Best Lawyers Recognizes Nine McNicholas & McNicholas Attorneys on 2024 List
Attorneys John McNicholas, Matthew McNicholas, Patrick McNicholas, Jeffrey Lamb, Courtney McNicholas, Juan Victoria and Douglas Winter were selected for inclusion on the Best Lawyers® 2024 list. Additionally, Sophia Arim and Richard Powers were named to Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch. The attorneys were recognized…