J.R. understands the human impact of personal or economic injuries caused by the carelessness, negligence, or willful intent of others. An injury to one is an injury to all, and J.R. is committed to representing ordinary people who lack the resources of the multinational corporations and insurance companies that he holds accountable in his cases. J.R.’s practice includes class action lawsuits, False Claims Act cases, Medi-Cal and Medicare fraud, consumer fraud, defective products and drugs, insurance bad faith, personal injury, medical malpractice, employment claims, civil rights, toxic tort, and environmental cases. J.R. has pursued cutting-edge consumer class actions against well-known companies in the tech industry, including Facebook, Apple, and Zynga. State and federal courts have appointed J.R. Parker as lead counsel in multiple class action cases in California and across the country.

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EDUCATION

J.R. earned his  A.B. in Greek and Latin from the University of Georgia, summa cum laude, and his J.D. from Harvard Law School, where he served as Deputy Editor-in-Chief of the Harvard Journal of Law and Public Policy. 

AWARDS

Consumer Attorneys of California: 2020 Finalist for Consumer Attorney of the Year

Northern California Super Lawyers: 2021-2023

John R. Parker Jr.

John R. Parker Jr., who generally goes by his initials, “J.R.,” aggressively and successfully prosecutes complex civil litigation from investigation through settlement or trial in state and federal courts and on appeal.

J.R.’s practice includes class action lawsuits, False Claims Act cases, Medi-Cal and Medicare fraud, consumer fraud, defective products and drugs, insurance bad faith, personal injury, medical malpractice, employment claims, civil rights, toxic tort, and environmental cases. J.R. has pursued cutting-edge consumer class actions against well-known companies in the tech industry, including Facebook, Apple, and Zynga. State and federal courts have appointed J.R. Parker as lead counsel in multiple class action cases in California and across the country.

J.R. understands the human impact of personal or economic injuries caused by the carelessness, negligence, or willful intent of others. An injury to one is an injury to all, and J.R. is committed to representing ordinary people who lack the resources of the multinational corporations and insurance companies that he holds accountable in his cases.

J.R. is also a volunteer for the Eastern District of California Dispute Resolution Program and appointed counsel for the Eastern District of California’s pro bono program. 

John R. Parker Jr., Esq.
jrparker@almeidalawgroup.com
(916) 241-3084

What Do Clients Have to Say About J.R. Parker?

– “Navigating the legal landscape can often feel like sailing through stormy seas, but with JR Parker at the helm, I found smooth waters. From our very first consultation, it was clear that be understood the intricacies of my situation. He listened intently, like a skilled artist studying their canvas, ensuring every detail was captured before crafting a masterpiece of a legal strategy. Throughout the process, his expertise shone brightly as he navigated the complexities of my case with the finesse of a seasoned conductor leading a symphony. I was continually impressed by his professionalism and ability to anticipate challenges before they arose.”
 
– “For 8 years I was a client of J.R. Parker as I was involved in a lengthy Qui Tam case with FDA and DOJ. J.R. Parker was instrumental in this process. During this extraordinarily long case, that was delayed due to COVID, there was never an instance where I didn’t feel supported or cared for by J.R. and his team. His accessibility, communication, compassion, and knowledge were critical in the success of my case as well as my sanity. I would recommend J.R. Parker enthusiastically to anyone who needs an attorney who will look out for you, protect you and be there when needed.”