Trial Lawyer and Appellate Lawyer Hall of Fame Awards

Congratulations to John L. Burris, selected for induction into the Trial Lawyer Hall of Fame.  The Trial Lawyer Hall of Fame Award is bestowed upon attorneys who have excelled as trial lawyers and whose careers exemplify the highest values and professional attainment.  Primarily known for his work in civil rights, and particularly police misconduct and excessive force cases, John has also handled a variety of high profile cases over his 40-year career, ranging from employment litigation and personal injury to toxic torts and mass class actions. Find out more about this remarkable lawyer.

Congratulations to Dennis P. Riordan, selected for induction into the Appellate Lawyer Hall of Fame.  The Appellate Lawyer Hall of Fame Award is bestowed upon attorneys who have excelled as appellate lawyers and whose careers exemplify the highest values and professional attainment.  Dennis is highly regarded in California and nationwide for his work in criminal and civil appeals in a career spanning four decades. Find out more about this remarkable lawyer.

Dennis Riordan will be inducted into the Appellate Lawyer Hall of Fame on Friday, October 16, 2020, at the conclusion of the Appellate Summit. John Burris will be inducted into the Trial Lawyer Hall of Fame on Thursday, October 22, 2020. Both virtual receptions will be open to the public.