About
Lawrence M. Knapp is a personal injury attorney who has focused his legal career on representing individuals harmed by negligence and misconduct. Since opening his practice in 1993, he has concentrated on personal injury litigation, helping clients pursue compensation for injuries caused by accidents, defective products, and medical negligence. His work includes representing victims in cases involving motor vehicle accidents, elder abuse, nursing home negligence, and product liability. Through careful preparation and litigation, he advocates for individuals seeking justice after serious injuries.
Knapp earned his J.D. from Humphreys College in Stockton, California. He completed his undergraduate education at the University of the Pacific in Stockton, where he received his B.A. in 1986. His legal education helped establish a strong foundation in civil litigation and trial advocacy. These academic experiences contributed to his decision to pursue a career focused on representing injured individuals and handling complex personal injury claims.
Throughout his career, Knapp has devoted one hundred percent of his practice to litigation. His work includes representing clients in personal injury matters such as automobile accidents, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, and elder law issues. He regularly handles cases involving serious injuries and disputes requiring detailed investigation, negotiation with insurers, and courtroom advocacy. His litigation-focused practice allows him to guide clients through complicated legal processes and pursue fair outcomes.
Lawrence M. Knapp has also remained active in professional legal organizations throughout his career. He previously served as president of the San Joaquin County Trial Lawyers Association and has served on the Board of Governors for the Consumer Attorneys of California. In addition, he has lectured and written on topics related to civil litigation, contributing to the legal community and helping other attorneys better understand developments in personal injury law.
Law Office Affiliations
- Founder, Lawrence M. Knapp Law Office
- Member, State Bar of California
- Former President, San Joaquin County Trial Lawyers Association
- Member of Board of Governors, Consumer Attorneys of California
Licensed State
- California
Education
- Humphreys College, Stockton, California
Juris Doctor (JD) - University of Pacific, Stockton, California
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Awards & Badges


- Animal and Dog Bites
- Birth Injury
- Brain Injury
- Car Accidents
- Construction Accidents
- Medical Malpractice
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect
- Slip & Fall Accidents
- Trucking Accidents
- Wrongful Death




