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Maui Wildfire

Walkup – Maui Wildfire When the August 9, 2023, wildfire tore through Lahaina town and other areas on Maui more than 100 lives were lost. Some people remain missing more than one month later. Fueled by hot, dry grass, low humidity and hig red flag warning winds, flames devoured more than 2000 structures including homes…

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Walkup Firm to Co-Sponsor 2nd Annual Flash Trial Competition Showcasing Top Legal Talent from Across the Nation

The Walkup Firm is proud to support the highly anticipated Flash Trial Competition from September 7 to September 10, 2023. The Berkeley School of Law’s National Flash Trial Competition (NFTC) will gather eight of the nation’s leading law school trial advocacy programs, each sending two student competitors and a coach to compete in this adrenaline-packed…

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Richard H. Schoenberger Named 2024’s “Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers in America

Shareholder Richard H. Schoenberger has received the honor of being named 2024’s “Lawyer of the Year” in the category of Medical Malpractice Law.  He also received the “Lawyer of the Year” Award for Personal Injury Litigation-Plaintiffs in 2016 and 2019. This award recognizes lawyers who have a high level of integrity, professionalism, and ability. Richard has…

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“The Best Lawyers in America” Honors 15 Walkup Attorneys, Richard H. Schoenberger Receives 2024 “Lawyer of the Year” Award for Fourth Time

Walkup, Melodia, Kelly & Schoenberger proudly announce that all firm shareholders have been listed among The Best Lawyers in America, 2024 Edition, for their outstanding results in various plaintiff law practice areas. Shareholder Michael A. Kelly has made the Best Lawyers in America list for the past 20 years. He has received top honors as…

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Parents v. School

In Parents v. School (Bay Area Sup. Ct.) Michael A. Kelly and Conor Kelly negotiated a settlement totaling $15,000,000 on behalf of the parents of a 3 year-old who died when a school yard tire swing overturned and struck her in the head. The child was on the swing with two classmates under the supervision…

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Michael A. Kelly Secures No. 1 Spot in Super Lawyers of Northern California’s 2023 Ranking for the Fourth Year in a Row

We are thrilled to announce that Walkup Firm Shareholder, Michael A. Kelly, has been featured in today’s California Business Journal for his outstanding achievements. Kelly has been honored as the No. 1 Vote-Getter for the fourth consecutive time in the Super Lawyers of Northern California’s 2023 ranking. His dedication and expertise have earned him this…

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