Victims of the Eaton Fire who have retained Walkup, Melodia, Kelly & Schoenberger (Walkup) to represent them in litigation against Southern California Edison (SCE) for losses stemming from the Eaton Fires is a responsible choice. 

Walkup has successfully prosecuted cases against utilities, including PG&E and SCE, securing substantial compensation for clients due to utility-caused conflagrations. Notably, Walkup attorney Michael A. Kelly was appointed co-lead counsel in litigation against PG&E for the devastating 2017 Northern California wildfires.

In the Eaton Fire litigation, Walkup has partnered with esteemed firms Cotchett, Pitre & McCarthy LLP and Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP to form the Wildfire Victim Advocates Consortium. 

On March 16, 2025, the firms filed the first master complaint in the case.  This collaboration of firms brings extensive resources and expertise, with more than 15 years of Wildfire litigation successes in cases brought on behalf of injured Californians. With deep knowledge of California’s fire and insurance laws, this team has successfully handled cases involving wrongful death, catastrophic injury, and real and personal property damage.

The firms’ commitment to excellence has been acknowledged through numerous accolades, with each firm consistently ranked as a top-tier firm. By choosing Walkup, Melodia, Kelly & Schoenberger, clients align themselves with a firm that combines extensive experience, strategic partnerships, and a client-focused ethos to pursue justice and compensation in the wake of the Eaton Fire.