At Frantz Law Group, we’re not just attorneys; we’re a team of dedicated personal injury lawyers committed to delivering the highest level of representation to individuals navigating the challenging landscape of personal injury cases. Our approach is characterized by compassion and assertiveness, tailored to the unique needs of each client we serve. With decades of experience, our primary focus remains unwavering: the well-being of our clients. Our comprehensive legal support ensures that from the moment evidence is collected to the innovative application of the law, every step is aimed at securing a favorable outcome through settlement or jury trial.
Frantz Law Group APLC
Headquarters: San Diego, CA
Headquarters: San Diego, CA
PRACTICE AREAS: 2
THE BEST LAWYERS IN AMERICA® AWARDS: 6
BEST LAWYERS: ONES TO WATCH® IN AMERICA AWARDS: 1
Firm Details
PRACTICE AREAS: 2
THE BEST LAWYERS IN AMERICA® AWARDS: 6
BEST LAWYERS: ONES TO WATCH® IN AMERICA AWARDS: 1
Lawyers
Search Firm's Attorneys
Edward D. Chapin
Ed Chapin is the Managing Partner in the San Diego office of Sanford Heisler Sharp, LLP, a national law firm with offices in the District of Columbia, New York, California, Tennessee, and Maryland. Ed received his J.D. from the University of Missouri School of Law and his B.S. from Southwest Missouri State University. Ed is a veteran litigator whose practice spans class actions, unfair business practices, professional negligence, insurance coverage, bad faith, toxic torts, serious personal in...
James P. Frantz
James P. Frantz is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. James P., who practices law in San Diego, California, has been recognized since 2010. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which James P. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
William P. Harris
William P. Harris III is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. William P., who practices law in San Diego, California, has been recognized since 2017. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which William P. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
William Shinoff
William Shinoff is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. William, who practices law in San Diego, California, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which William is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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Colby Crawford
Colby Crawford is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Colby, who practices law in San Diego, California, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Colby is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Awards & Focus
Awards
- Best Lawyers of America
- San Diego Super Lawyers
- Best Lawyers of America
- Best Lawyers of America
- San Diego Super Lawyers
- Best Lawyers of America
- San Diego Daily Transcript's Top 10 Attorneys
- San Diego Super Lawyers
- San Diego Super Lawyers
- San Diego Super Lawyers
- San Diego Super Lawyers
- San Diego Daily Transcript's Top 100 Attorneys
- San Diego Daily Transcript's Top 100 Attorneys
- OUtstanding California Trial Lawyer Nomination
Jurisdictions
Office Locations
News & Media
Publications
Insights
The Litigation Finance Mass Tort Gold Rush
by Justin Smulison
Third-party litigation funding is transforming mass torts, propelling the high-risk area into a multi-billion-dollar industry
Justice For Maui
by Justin Smulison
The Maui wildfires were the 5th deadliest wildfire in the U.S. James Frantz was quick to team up with Leavitt, Yamane & Soldner, providing crucial resources.
Enhancing Consumer Safety Through Winning Jury Trials and Substantial Settlements
by Justin Smulison
Firm founder and lead trial lawyer James P. Frantz discusses how landmark victories in litigation and trial protect consumers.
Major Verdicts and Settlements Secured for Injured Consumers
by Justin Smulison
Frantz Law Group’s clients are as diverse as its practice areas. Firm founder James P. Frantz discusses how landmark victories in litigation and trial protect consumers from dangerous products, help keep roadways safer, promote safe public utility practices, and secure justice for military personnel.
The Winning Edge
by Justin Smulison
In its 40th year, Frantz Law Group finalized history-making settlements for clients in California and nationally.
Fighting for Justice
by Best Lawyers
From product liability to gas leak litigation, Frantz Law Group fights for clients and systemic accountability
