Candappa Law Firm

Candappa Law Firm offers premier litigation services to individuals facing injustice across Southern California. Known for bold advocacy and exceptional trial skill, the firm provides dedicated legal counsel in high-stakes matters involving civil rights violations, employment disputes, and serious personal injury. Strategic representation and personalized attention form the foundation of every case.

Candappa Law Firm aggressively represents clients in cases involving wrongful termination, whistleblower retaliation, discrimination, police misconduct, and defamation. With a track record of success in both federal and state courts, attorneys pursue every legal avenue to ensure justice is served, whether in the courtroom or at the negotiation table.

Candappa Law Firm brings a sharp focus to employment and civil rights litigation, holding employers, public entities, and institutions accountable for discrimination based on race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, and other protected categories. By combining deep legal expertise with fearless advocacy, the firm has earned a reputation for securing meaningful outcomes in complex cases.

Candappa Law Firm is also well-versed in healthcare litigation, including representing medical staff in disputes over hospital privileges and peer review processes. These cases demand a precise understanding of health law, and the firm’s attorneys bring both knowledge and tenacity to defend professionals and protect reputations.

Candappa Law Firm is led by principal attorney Jivaka Candappa, an accomplished trial lawyer with over 18 years of courtroom experience and more than 50 jury trials to verdict. His leadership reflects the firm’s ethos—relentless preparation, ethical advocacy, and confidence in the courtroom.

Candappa Law Firm is headquartered in San Diego and actively serves clients throughout California, including Los Angeles, Orange, and Ventura counties. Recognized by Super Lawyers and trusted by clients navigating high-stakes legal challenges, the firm remains committed to safeguarding rights, pursuing justice, and achieving impactful results.