Founder, Trial Attorney

Atticus N. Wegman

Never too shy to be extraordinary and never too confident to forget his roots, Atticus Wegman was born and raised in a small town in Iowa. Atticus attended Fresno State University where be obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree, graduating magna cum laude. After college, Atticus obtained his Master of Arts degree from the University of Iowa and attended Chapman University’s Fowler School of Law for his Juris Doctor degree.

Atticus Wegman

Since Atticus began practicing law nearly a decade ago, he has achieved great success against formidable foes such as multi-national companies and some of the largest insurance companies including, State Farm, Geico, Farmers, and Auto Club, to name a few. Atticus employs a “client first” mentality and protects each client as if they were a member of his family. Regardless of the fight, Atticus works tirelessly to achieve the best result for his clients. His goal is to ensure that all parties understand that his clients are the victims and must be treated that way.

Background:

Atticus has been recognized by his colleagues through the Orange County Trial Lawyers Association who awarded him the 2019 Young Gun Award and By the Inland Empire Magazine as a Top Lawyers. Most recently, he was named to the prestigious list of Top 40 Under 40 lawyer by the Los Angeles Daily Journal.

Atticus’s results include a recent $2,400,000 and $1,500,000 jury verdict. He has also secured many high value settlements including one for $8,600,000 for a Caltrans inspector who was injured near the 10 freeway in LA County in July 2020.

Atticus’s clients have described him as “caring”, “someone that knows his trade” and an “overachieving, driven and determined attorney.” In his free time, Atticus enjoys spending time with his loving wife Charlene and beautiful daughter Scout and son Atticus Jr (both also named from the book To Kill a Mockingbird).

Education:

Chapman University, Fowler School of Law J.D.

University of Iowa M.A.

Fresno State University B.A.

Career

Attorney Atticus Wegman began his professional career as an intern for the United States Bankruptcy Court. He then went on to intern for the Orange County Superior Court, where he learned the ins and outs of the court system in California.

Further developing his litigation experience, he went on to practice personal injury law for the next 13 years. During his time as a trial attorney, Atticus obtained record verdicts for his injured clients and surpassed his peers’ expectations.

These are just some of the matters that Atticus has experience with. As noted by Super Lawyers, Atticus is a top-ranking lawyer who practices in a wide variety of different areas.

Car accidents,
Bike accidents,
Dog bites,
Bus accidents,
Scooter accidents,
Slip-and-fall injuries,
Construction zone accidents,
Boating accidents,

Truck accidents,
Product liability,
Negligent security,
Elevator accidents,
Swimming pool accidents,
ATV and off-roading injuries,
Workers’ compensation,
and Employment law matters.

Professional Associations

Orange County Trial Lawyers Association (OCTLA), Board of Director
Orange County Bar Association, Administration of Justice Committee member
Warren J. Ferguson Inn of Court, Past President
Chapman University, Fowler School of Law, Alumni Advisory Past Board Member
Association of Business Trial Lawyers (ABTL), Past Member
Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC), Member
Orange County Trial Lawyer’s Charities, Board of Director

Awards

Orange County Trial Lawyers Association (OCTLA) “Young Gun “ Award
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
Best Lawyers, Personal Injury Litigation, Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs, Best Lawyers in America
Top Lawyers of the Inland Empire, Inland Empire Magazine
Top 25 Up-And-Coming Lawyers in Orange County, Super Lawyers Magazine
Top 100 Up-And-Coming Lawyers in California, Super Lawyers Magazine
AVVO Top Attorneys, COAST Magazine
Daily Journal Top 40 Under 40

SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS and PUBLICATIONS

Conference Name: Orange County Trial Lawyer Association
Title: What a Relief? Everything You Need to Know About Pain Management
Year: 2024

Conference Name: Consumer Attorneys of California
Title: Masterful Pre-Trial Preparation
Year: 2023

Conference Name: Consumer Attorneys of California
Title: Motions in Limine in Personal Injury
Year: 2023

Conference Name: Riverside County Bar Association
Title: Persuasive Evidence & Video for Trial
Year: 2017

Conference Name: California Personal Injury Practice for Paralegals
Title: Understanding California Personal Injury Law
Year: 2015

Publication: OCLTA Gavel
Title: It’s Not Too Late to Stip to 8
Date: October 2023

Publication: OC Lawyer Magazine
Title: Efforts to Curb Cyberbullying Move Off Campus
Date: July 2014

Publication: University of San Francisco Law Review
Title: Cyberbullying and California’s Response, 47 USF L. Rev. 737 (2013)
Date: 2013

Publication: The Advocate Magazine
Title: California Budget Cuts Cripple The Courts
Date: May 2012

Publication: ABTL Report
Title: Removed to Federal Court Against Your Will?
Date: Winter 2012

Publication: OCTLA Gavel
Title: Properly Pleading Government Tort Cases
Date: 2012

Publication: Riverside Lawyer
Title: Should a Sputtering Economy Effect How You Value Automobile Insurance?
Date: January 2012

Publication: Los Angeles Daily Journal
Title: Hit-and-run: The case of phantom vehicles
Date: January 2012

Publication: CAOC Forum
Title: When is the Cable Guy Off the Clock? The ins and outs of the “going and coming” rule
Date: December 2011

Publication: Los Angeles Daily Journal
Title: Navigating the Death of a Party
Date: July 2011

Publication: OCTLA Gavel
Title: Faceoff: Federal Rules of Evidence v. California Evidence Code
Date: 2009

Direct Access to Your Attorney, Every Step of the Way

At Atticus Injury Law, we understand how frustrating it can be to feel disconnected from your legal team. That’s why we make direct communication a priority. You’ll have consistent access to your attorney throughout your case, ensuring your questions are answered promptly without worrying about hidden costs for each conversation.

We take pride in being available when you need us most. Our attorneys take an active role in managing every case, supported by a dedicated legal staff to keep your case moving smoothly.

We Take Your Injury Case Personally!

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