Matthew and Patrick McNicholas Recognized on 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Civil Rights & Plaintiff Employment Lawyers List
Partners Matthew McNicholas and Patrick McNicholas were named in Lawdragon’s 9th edition of the 500 Leading Civil Rights & Plaintiff Employment Lawyers 2026 Guide for their efforts advocating for individuals facing discrimination, wrongful termination, harassment, or sexual abuse by those in authority.
Matthew has pursued accountability for California police and fire departments regarding misconduct, harassment, and discrimination for over 25 years. His efforts have encouraged employees to speak up and those in charge to create safer workplaces, ultimately improving public safety. His cases often result in substantial verdicts and settlements that act as catalysts for broader institutional reforms.
Patrick has taken on major California retailers, automobile manufacturers, resorts, casinos, utility providers, and local governments for more than 30 years. He has secured over $1 billion in resolutions for his clients, holding large corporations responsible and driving changes that have positively impacted thousands of lives and reduced the risk of deadly incidents.
