Ronni Whitehead

Ronni Whitehead is a senior trial attorney representing injured clients throughout Southern California in complex personal injury matters. Her practice focuses on serious cases involving motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, wrongful death, and catastrophic injuries. With more than twenty years of courtroom and negotiation experience, she is known for building strong cases and standing up to insurers and defendants. Her work centers on securing fair compensation and guiding clients through challenging legal processes.

Ronni earned her J.D. from the Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago-Kent College of Law. She completed her undergraduate education at Southern Illinois University, earning a B.A. in Radio, TV, and Marketing Management with a minor in Business. He also completed advanced trial training through the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles Plaintiffs Trial Academy. Her education supports a litigation-focused practice grounded in strategy, preparation, and courtroom skill.

Ronni began her legal career practicing in both Illinois and California, gaining broad trial experience across jurisdictions. She has successfully handled high-stakes injury cases through settlement and trial, using precise legal analysis and persuasive advocacy. Clients benefit from her ability to evaluate complex liability issues, manage expert evidence, and negotiate from a position of strength. She is also known for mentoring attorneys and supporting professional development within the legal community.

Ronni Whitehead’s work has earned recognition from leading legal organizations, including Southern California Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers, and the National Bar Association. She is active in national and state legal associations that promote trial advocacy and professional excellence. Through her practice, Ronni continues to help injured individuals seek accountability, protect their rights, and move forward after serious accidents with confidence and clarity.

Law Office Affiliations

• Senior Trial Attorney, The Barnes Firm
• Member, American Association of Justice
• Present, American Bar Association
• Lifetime Member, Black Women Lawyers of Los Angeles, Inc.
• Lifetime Member, California Association of Black Lawyers
• Board Member, Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
• Board Member, Consumer Attorneys of California
• Member, National Association of Professional Women
• Member, Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles
• Member, State Bar of California
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association

Licensed State

• California
• Illinois

Education

•  Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago-Kent College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Southern Illinois University
  BA in Radio TV Marketing Management

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