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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
- Pennsylvania Litigation Team
- J.D., Temple University
- B.A., SUNY Albany
- Supreme Court of Pennsylvania
- Eastern District of Pennsylvania
- Middle District of Pennsylvania
- English