Civil Litigation Attorney — Southern California
Jon R. Mower
Four decades of courtroom experience. Clear strategy and rigorous preparation for the disputes that matter most.
Southern California's
Super Trial Lawyer
Jon has spent four decades building cases for trial, guiding clients through complex civil disputes, and making each argument count.
By the Numbers
The Numbers Don't Lie
A career measured in trials, matters, and results.
Win Rate as Individual Lead Trial Litigator
Exposed to jury verdict
Jury Trials
Exposed to jury verdict
Years of Legal Experience
Since 1976
of Cases
Cases handled or supervised
Dollars Recovered or Deferred
For personal clients or clients of firm
About Jon Mower
For over four decades, Jon Richard Mower has been a fierce advocate for his clients in courtrooms across Southern California. Admitted to the California State Bar in December 1976 (Bar #72034), Jon has built a career defined by relentless preparation, commanding courtroom presence, and an unwavering commitment to results.
A graduate of UCLA School of Law, with a Stanford University undergrad in 1972, Jon brings both academic rigor and street-level tenacity to every matter he handles. He doesn't just practice law — he lives it.
Jon's earlier practice at Mower, Koeller, Nebeker, Carlson & Haluck included serious injury and insurance coverage defense. He later helped launch Mower & Carreon, where he represented plaintiffs in employment and commercial insurance disputes. His public case record reflects work on both sides of civil litigation.
Education & Bar Admission
UCLA School of Law — Juris Doctor
Stanford University — 1972
California State Bar #72034 — Admitted December 1976
What We Handle
Practice Areas
Decades of litigation experience across the most demanding areas of civil law.
Civil Litigation & Trial Practice
Aggressive courtroom advocacy across the full spectrum of civil disputes — from pre-trial strategy through jury verdict and post-trial motions.
Employment & Labor Law
Representing employees and employers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage disputes, and class action defense.
Business & Commercial Disputes
Contract breaches, partnership disputes, fraud claims, unfair business practices, and complex commercial litigation.
Personal Injury & Products Liability
Holding negligent parties accountable for catastrophic injuries, defective products, and premises liability.
Insurance Claims
Bad faith insurance litigation, coverage disputes, and policyholder rights enforcement against major carriers.
Legal & Medical Malpractice
Pursuing justice for clients harmed by professional negligence — whether by attorneys, physicians, or other licensed professionals.
Trial Expertise
The Courtroom Is His Arena
Every case calls for a clear theory, command of the evidence, and readiness for the courtroom.
Trial Philosophy
Jon builds each case around the evidence, the law, and the story a jury needs to understand. That work begins well before trial and informs every negotiation along the way.
He has represented clients in employment, business, personal injury, and insurance disputes, bringing the same disciplined preparation to each matter.
Areas of Impact
Complex business litigation involving multi-million dollar disputes
Employment class action defense and individual claims
High-stakes personal injury and products liability trials
Insurance bad faith litigation against major carriers
Professional malpractice cases — legal and medical
Commercial contract disputes and partnership dissolutions
Selected Matters
Experience on Both Sides of the Courtroom
Jon has represented plaintiffs and defendants in medical malpractice, serious injury, employment, and insurance disputes.
Featured plaintiff result
Medical malpractice
An Orange County Superior Court jury returned a verdict for Jon's client in a medical malpractice case.
$1.8M
Jury verdict
Mower Koeller · Defense · 1996
Ketchum v. Offshore Crane
Jon appeared for settling defendant Offshore Crane in an appeal arising from a serious automobile injury. The court upheld the finding that its $1.2 million settlement was made in good faith.
California appellate opinionMower Koeller · Insurance Defense · 2001
Barnett v. Fireman’s Fund
Jon represented Fireman’s Fund in an insurance coverage appeal concerning its duty to defend. The appellate court reversed a dismissal that had favored the insurer.
California appellate opinionMower & Carreon · Plaintiff · 2013
Perry v. Automobile Club
Jon filed the appellate respondent’s brief for plaintiff Dina Perry in a wrongful termination case. The court affirmed an order denying her employer’s motion to compel arbitration; the appeal did not decide the underlying claim.
California appellate docketMower, Carreon & Desai · Plaintiff · 2011
CBC Framing v. National Union Fire
Jon served on the plaintiff side of an insurance coverage jury trial. CBC received about $1.4 million on its claims; the insurer received about $5.18 million on a counterclaim.
Trial account and verdictAdditional trial work includes a Riverside County medical malpractice defense verdict and product liability defense matters.
Past results depend on each case's facts and law and do not predict future outcomes.
Recognition
Credentials & Reputation
Recognized by peers and respected by clients for integrity, skill, and results.
Avvo Rating
“Superb” rating on Avvo — reflecting professional conduct, experience, and industry recognition.
Super Lawyers
Selected as a Super Lawyer — a peer-reviewed honor recognizing the top attorneys in each practice area and state. Recognition reported beginning in 2009.
Client Reviews
Near Perfect rating from verified client reviews describing successful jury case outcomes.
“Jon Mower is the kind of attorney you want in your corner when everything is on the line. He doesn't just know the law — he knows how to win. When everything is on the line, you want the attorney the other side respects.”
— Verified client review
Get in Touch
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When you need an attorney who has been in the trenches for over 40 years, reach out.
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Send an EmailLocation
Southern California
Orange County / Irvine / Costa Mesa
Firms
Mower Koeller Nebeker Carlson Haluck, LLP (1986 - 2001)
Mower & Carreon, LLP (2001 - 2013)
Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo (2013-2018)
Theodora Oringher PC (2018-2021)
Sole Proprietor (2021-present)