Jones, Skelton & Hochuli, PLC is pleased to announce that the National Committee of the America College of Trial Lawyers (ACTL) has inducted JSH partner John Masterson to its Fellowship. ACTL is one of the premier legal associations in North America, with Fellowship by invitation only and not exceeding 1% of the total lawyer population in any state. ACTL seeks to elect experienced trial lawyers of diverse backgrounds who have mastered the art of advocacy, and whose careers have been marked by the highest standards of ethical conduct, professionalism, civility and collegiality.
John has been practicing law since 1982, and joined JSH in 1989. He represents governmental entities in issues involving civil rights law, government and constitutional law, police defense, prison matters, insurance defense, wrongful death and personal injury law, general civil litigation, and appeals.
JSH partner and long-time colleague of John’s, A. Melvin McDonald, acknowledges John’s exceptional trial skills by stating, “Having observed John’s work on highly-publicized and complex cases, it’s an honor well deserved. He is a fabulous trial lawyer. Less than one percent of all trial lawyers are accepted and receive Fellowships into the ACTL. Congratulations, John.”
Michele Molinario, JSH partner and Governmental Liability Trial Group Leader, furthers this sentiment by adding, “Not only is John a gifted trial lawyer but he teaches the rest of us, especially our young lawyers, how to try cases. Congratulations, John!”
John regularly serves as a mentor to JSH associates and presents in the firm’s annual 11-week Trial College program for senior associates. He mentored JSH partner Joseph Popolizio for many years before Joe was elected to partnership. Joe adds, “Over the years, I have had the privilege of going to trial with John, learning a great deal, and improving my skills because of it. He has served and continues to serve as a mentor to me.”
John joins five JSH partners elected to Fellowship in ACTL, including Stephen Bullington, A. Melvin McDonald, Russell Skelton, Phillip Stanfield, and Immediate Past Chair Georgia Staton. John was inducted into the ACTL during the national meeting on Friday, September 25, 2020.
About American College of Trial Lawyers:
The ACTL is an invitation-only fellowship of exceptional trial lawyers who demonstrate the very highest standards of trial advocacy. Membership in the ACTL does not exceed 1% of the total lawyer population of any state or province. The College maintains and seeks to improve the standards of trial practice, professionalism, ethics, and the administration of justice through education and public statements on important legal issues relating to its mission.