James L. Pocrass

James L. Pocrass is a highly respected trial attorney with over three decades of experience representing victims of serious personal injuries and wrongful death. He has secured multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements for clients affected by motor vehicle accidents, aviation incidents, and corporate negligence. His firm, Pocrass & De Los Reyes, is known for its relentless pursuit of justice.

James earned his Juris Doctor from Loyola Law School in 1973. He also holds an MBA from the University of Southern California and a Bachelor of Arts from California State University, Northridge. Admitted to the California Bar in 1973, he is licensed to practice in all California state courts, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California, and the U.S. Tax Court.

James is a dedicated advocate for cyclists and motorcyclists, having represented hundreds of injured riders in personal injury and accident claims. As a board member of the Los Angeles County Bicycle Coalition, he works to make streets safer and improve cycling infrastructure across L.A. He also brings specialized aviation law experience, backed by a commercial pilot’s license, to effectively handle complex cases involving FAA and NTSB regulations.

Recognized for his legal excellence, James L. Pocrass has been named to Best Lawyers in America and Southern California Super Lawyers for over a decade. He holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell and has been ranked among the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers Association. His courtroom skills and strategic litigation approach have earned widespread respect.

James is an active member of several legal organizations, including the Consumer Attorneys of California, the American Board of Trial Advocates, and the American Association for Justice. Through aggressive advocacy and deep legal expertise, he continues to fight for injury victims, ensuring they receive the justice and compensation they deserve.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Pocrass & De Los Reyes
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, American Association for Justice
  
• Member, American Board of Trial Advocates
  
• Member, Los Angeles County Bar Association
  
• Member, National Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
• Member, Consumer Attorneys of California

Licensed State

• California

Education

• Loyola Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• California State University, Northridge
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)
• University of Southern California
  Masters of Arts (MBA)

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