Scott Kennedy - Los Angeles, CA

Scott Kennedy is a seasoned Senior Trial Attorney at The Barnes Firm, serving clients throughout Los Angeles, San Diego, and across Southern California. With more than 30 years of experience in personal injury law, Scott has earned a reputation for excellence, securing verdicts and settlements exceeding $60 million on behalf of injured clients. His practice focuses on representing individuals who have suffered serious or catastrophic injuries caused by the negligence of others.

Scott has devoted his career to advocating for people harmed in motor vehicle accidents, construction site incidents, workplace injuries, slip and fall accidents, railroad and union-related injuries, and other complex personal injury cases.

A distinctive part of his practice involves representing union members and railroad employees under the Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA) and federal whistleblower laws. Scott has served as designated legal counsel for several railroad labor unions, including the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), the Transportation Communications Union (TCU), the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers, and others. His extensive trial experience includes successfully taking on major corporations, transportation entities, and large insurance companies to secure justice for working people.

Scott’s legal philosophy is grounded in the belief that every client deserves powerful, compassionate, and results-driven advocacy. He approaches each case with meticulous preparation, unwavering determination, and a commitment to achieving the best possible outcome. By combining rigorous investigation with strategic trial readiness, Scott builds compelling cases that hold negligent parties accountable—whether the opponent is a large corporation, a government agency, or a national insurance carrier.

As part of The Barnes Firm, Scott embraces the firm’s mission of providing exceptional legal representation to accident victims across California. He values the teamwork, shared experience, and extensive resources that The Barnes Firm offers, allowing him to advocate effectively for those facing life-altering injuries. Scott is deeply committed to guiding his clients through every step of the legal process, ensuring they are informed, supported, and empowered from start to finish. His dedication reflects The Barnes Firm’s core values: helping injury victims recover, rebuild, and move forward with confidence.