Jon M. Brandon is an acclaimed trial lawyer who has spent his career in the courtroom handling complex, high‑profile cases. He served as a top trial attorney at one of the largest district attorney’s offices in the country. During his 15-year tenure as a district attorney, Mr. Brandon tried dozens of high-profile gang and capital murder cases and has tried more than 75 jury trials to verdict. He established himself as an exceptional trial attorney by securing convictions in some of the most serious and complex criminal cases statewide.

Mr. Brandon’s accomplishments have earned recognition countywide, statewide, and internationally. He was named Trial Attorney of the Year for Riverside County three times. He was also honored as Outstanding Prosecutor for the State of California, a prestigious award reserved for the state’s top prosecutor. In addition, he received the Excellence in Homicide Prosecution Award from the International Homicide Investigator’s Association for his work in capital litigation. His courtroom skills and achievements are virtually unparalleled in litigation and trial work.

Mr. Brandon also served as President of the Riverside County Deputy District Attorney Association, representing several hundred attorneys. In that role, he advocated for members facing government employment and regulatory investigations, labor and disciplinary matters, and conducted large-scale, multi-million‑dollar negotiations on their behalf.

After many years as a homicide prosecutor and government agency leader, Mr. Brandon shifted his focus to civil litigation. His passion for representing individuals, businesses, and organizations involved in litigation is evident in his meticulous case preparation, client-centered approach, and trial abilities. He works tirelessly to ensure every client receives top-quality advocacy and formidable representation.