John Christl - Newport Beach, CA
Attorney at Sweet James Accident Attorneys
Personal Injury Lawyers in Newport Beach, CA
4220 Von Karman Ave. Suite 200 Newport Beach, CA 92660
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Newport Beach Personal Injury Lawyer
Updated: 07/02/2026
Areas of Practice
- Personal Injury
Attorney Information
Overview
Fighting for Accident Victims Across California
John is an attorney with more than three decades of experience in the legal field, including extensive work in both public service and private practice. He spent 22 years at the Orange County District Attorney’s Office, where he handled a wide range of serious criminal matters. His work there included prosecuting cases involving violent crime and other complex legal issues.
Following his time as a prosecutor, John transitioned into private practice, where he has spent the past several years representing clients in both defense and plaintiff-side personal injury matters. His experience spans multiple perspectives of the legal system, including investigation, litigation, trial preparation, and courtroom advocacy.
Over the course of his career, John has participated in numerous jury trials in California courts. Outcomes in any legal matter depend on the specific facts and circumstances of each case, and past experience does not predict future results.
John brings a background in trial advocacy and litigation management to his work at Sweet James Accident Attorneys and applies that experience to the matters he handles.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Outstanding Attorney, Orange County District Attorney's Office, 2008
- Outstanding Attorney, Riverside County District Attorney's Office, 1998
Education
Legal Education
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Thomas Jefferson School of Law,
San Diego,
California, 1992
J.D.
Non Legal Education
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University of Southern California, 1986
B.A.
Current Employment Position(s)
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Attorney - Former Prosecutor
Past Positions
- The Law Office of John F. Christl, Criminal Defense and Personal Injury Lawyer
- Orange County District Attorney’s Office, Senior Deputy District Attorney, 1998 - 2016
- Riverside County District Attorney's Office, Deputy District Attorney, 1995 - 1998
Languages
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English
Classes and Seminars
- Akua Drug Counseling and Rehab: Drugs and Sentencing, 2016
Representative Cases
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People v. Diotte:
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People v. Gordon
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People v. Henning
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Powers v. Bulkin M.D.
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People v. Briggs
Published Works
Articles
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California Appellate Reports: People v. Wright, 2004
Bar Admissions
- California, 1993
Specialties and Certifications
- Certified Specialist - Criminal Law, State Bar of California, 2016
Other Affiliations
- Orange County Bar Association, 2016 - Present (Member)
- Orange County District Attorneys Association, 2015 (Team Leader)
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Contact
4220 Von Karman Ave.
Suite 200
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Phone Number: 877-414-2316
Email: Send a message
Hours: Open 24/7
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