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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 highlights his achievement of securing over $27 million…
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 injury law firms Kent | Pincin and McNicholas…
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 trial work. McNicholas & McNicholas is one of…
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 abuse in Los Angeles County juvenile detention facilities….
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 billion settlement for more than 7,000 victims of…
McNicholas & McNicholas Secures $3.75M Settlement for Pedestrian Hit in Marked Crosswalk
Senior Lawyer Jeffrey Lamb and Associate Richard Powers obtained a $3.75 million settlement for their client, who was struck by a vehicle while crossing in a legally marked crosswalk. In October 2022, our client was crossing a crosswalk when the driver who…
McNicholas & McNicholas Welcomes New Attorney to the Firm’s Los Angeles Office
McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP is pleased to welcome Jon Drucker as the newest senior attorney in its Los Angeles office. With more than 25 years of litigation experience, Jon brings a deep understanding of employment, real estate and financial services law. At…
Daily Journal Interviews Matthew and Patrick McNicholas on Edison Downplaying Role in Eaton Fire
As reported by the Daily Journal, Southern California Edison (Edison) distributed a letter downplaying the potential role of their utility equipment in starting the Eaton Fire. However, Partners Matthew McNicholas and Patrick McNicholas firmly believe that faulty Edison equipment sparked the blaze….
ABC 7, KTLA, NBC, Fox 11, KNX News and Others Report on Lawsuit Filed Against Southern California Edison Over Eaton Fire Devastation
As reported by multiple news outlets, trial law firms McNicholas & McNicholas, LLP, Becker Law Group, and Singleton Schreiber have filed a lawsuit against Southern California Edison Company (Edison) on behalf of victims of the devastating Eaton Fire. The Eaton Fire erupted…
Partner Patrick McNicholas Set to Speak at University of San Francisco Graduation
Partner Patrick McNicholas will be a commencement speaker for the University of San Francisco’s (USF) College of Arts and Sciences. A former member of the USF Board of Trustees (2003–2012) and current trustee emeritus, McNicholas has been an advocate for Jesuit education…