About Joe McMullen
Joe McMullen is routinely recognized as one of the top civil rights trial lawyers in the nation. With offices in the Los Angeles and San Diego areas, Joe represents clients throughout Southern California and in select high-stakes cases nationwide. Recovering over $20 million in trial verdicts and settlements, Joe is unrelenting in his determination to achieve justice, accountability, and results for individuals and families who have lost a loved one or suffered a catastrophic injury due to police or government official misconduct.
Practice Areas
Wrongful Death
Joe will stand strong for you and your lost loved one and hold accountable those responsible for causing their death.
Police Deadly Force
Officer-involved shootings and other uses of deadly force violate the U.S. Constitution when they are not objectively reasonable.
Severe Injury by Police
If a police officer or federal agent has caused you a life-changing injury, then you deserve life-changing compensation.
In-Custody Death
If your loved one is incarcerated, safety and medical care cannot be ignored. A custodial sentence should never be a death sentence.
Unlawful Detention
Police officers and federal agents must not detain individuals for prolonged periods of time without sufficient cause.
A Trusted Partner for Plaintiffs' Lawyers
Attorneys with high-stakes civil rights cases seeking experienced and effective trial counsel frequently bring on Joe as their trial leader. Even the most righteous cases can be grossly undervalued by the authorities and opposing counsel. When settlement offers fall short of full justice, Joe is the trial advocate needed. With nearly two decades of experience handling high-stakes trials exposing law enforcement misconduct, Joe is trusted by attorneys nationwide to distill the case to its essence and take the lead in the courtroom at trial.
Why Choose Joe McMullen?
Proven Trial Leadership
Joe’s success in the most challenging jury trials has earned him a reputation as a trusted partner for civil rights lawyers seeking expert trial counsel.
Compassionate and Transparent Communication
Joe prioritizes clear, honest communication with every client and case-team member.
Strategic, Results-Driven Representation
Whether in federal or state courts, Joe delivers on targeted legal strategies to prevail in the toughest cases.
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Joe is honored to be considered for being your guide and partner on your journey for justice, accountability, and results.