John Aitchison

Partner

jaitchison@kpattorney.com

John Aitchison is an Attorney in Kanner & Pintaluga’s Pennsylvania Litigation Team.

John possesses extensive trial experience including conducting over 60 civil jury trials, demonstrating a strong ability to achieve favorable outcomes in complex matters.

Prior to joining Kanner & Pintaluga, John was an ADA with Montgomery County, general practice litigation, and plaintiffs’ PI litigation.

John received a B.A. from the State University of New York at Albany. He completed his J.D. at Temple University. While at Temple, John received many awards:

• First Year Scholar Award – 2005
• Member of National Trial Team – Fall 2006- Spring 2008 Coached by Edward D. Ohlbaum
• Winner of National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL) Trial Competition – 2006
• Winner of Cathy Bennett Overall Best Advocate Award from National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL) – 2006
• Two (2) time Winner of Regional Trial Competition – 2007, 2008
• Finalist at the National Trial Competition – 2007
• Two (2) time winner of Lewis F. Powell Medal For Excellence in Advocacy from American College of Trial Lawyers – 2007, 2008
• Two (2) time winner of Murray S. Love Memorial Award for Excellence in Trial Advocacy from Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association – 2007, 2008
• Graduation Honors
  • Andrew Gay Award – 2008
  • Outstanding Performance in the Field of Evidence Award from Technical Advisory Service for Attorneys – 2008
  • James J. Manderino Award for Trial Advocacy from Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association – 2008

John has achieved several significant milestones in his legal career. These accomplishments underscore John’s skill, dedication, and commitment to clients.

• $1.1M settlement for trucking accident victim
• $550K settlement for dog bite victim