Courtney C. McNicholas, Employment Attorney in Los Angeles, California
focused on Employment and Personal Injury
Los Angeles, CA
Trusted employment attorney serving Los Angeles.
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Courtney C. McNicholas is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Employment and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Courtney C. McNicholas LLP.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Employment · Personal Injury
- Handles Employment and Personal Injury matters from Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals (2026).
About Courtney C. McNicholas: Courtney C. McNicholas is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Employment and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Courtney C. McNicholas LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Courtney C. McNicholas
Courtney concentrates on employment and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Courtney handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Los Angeles, California
Courtney takes employment matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Courtney agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Los Angeles, California
Courtney takes personal injury matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Courtney agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Courtney C. McNicholas — Attorney of California employment experience
Courtney C. McNicholas is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Employment and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Courtney C. McNicholas LLP.
Courtney C. McNicholas is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Individuals and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs.
Courtney C., who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2019. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Courtney C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Working with Courtney on a employment matter
Courtney C. McNicholas is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Individuals and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Courtney C., who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2019. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Courtney C. is held by other top lawyers…
Who Courtney represents
Courtney reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and personal injury matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Courtney C. McNicholas's legal education and bar admissions
University of the Pacific
J.D. · 1987
Courtney studied at J.D. in University of the Pacific.
Law school and academic background
Courtney completed J.D. in University of the Pacific. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Courtney runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Courtney C. McNicholas
Courtney has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Civil Rights Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Civil Rights Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026).
Locations
Courtney C. McNicholas's office in Los Angeles
Courtney's primary office is at 915 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1750, Los Angeles, California, 90017-3487. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Courtney C. McNicholas LLP
915 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1750
Los Angeles, California 90017-3487
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How to hire Courtney C. McNicholas — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Courtney usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Courtney charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Courtney's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Courtney will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Courtney
Courtney discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Courtney confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Courtney's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Courtney C. McNicholas
How much does it cost to hire Courtney for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Courtney walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Courtney offer a free consultation?
Courtney charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Courtney's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Courtney's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in California typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Courtney gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Courtney take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Courtney is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Courtney will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Courtney?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Courtney will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Courtney accepting new employment clients right now?
Courtney's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Courtney handles employment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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