Chantal Trujillo and Joseph Whittington have been recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America™. Both attorneys have received the distinction in the Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs category, highlighting their commitment to defending the rights of those seriously harmed by others’ negligence.
A senior partner at Rodriguez & Associates, Chantal Trujillo has dedicated over a decade to advocating for clients in catastrophic personal injury law matters. She has represented individuals in some of Kern County’s most sensitive cases, involving construction accidents, wrongful death, and child abuse. Chantal is known for providing compassionate support to her clients and her tenacity in the courtroom. A recognized trial attorney, Chantal has played a key role in securing numerous record-setting verdicts, including the largest personal injury verdict in Kern County history and the largest motor vehicle verdict in Iowa history. She was named to the National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 Under 40 in 2024 and 2025, and this marks her fifth consecutive recognition in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America.
Known for his dedication to helping severely injured clients navigate the toughest times of their lives, Joseph Whittington, a partner at the firm, handles each case with compassion and commitment. His significant work on a variety of cases, including wrongful deaths, multi-party car crashes, and civil rights violations, has successfully secured millions of dollars for his clients. Joseph is committed to fighting for justice against large companies and their insurance policies. His determination on a challenging case against an aggressive insurance company led to a $5 million settlement for a client. Joseph has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America™ since 2023.
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® recipients are selected based on the Purely Peer Review® methodology: Up-and-coming lawyers are nominated for this prestigious award, and their peers vote based upon each candidate’s experience in private practice. These awards aim to recognize rising lawyers early in their careers for their legal accomplishments and professional excellence.
Congratulations, Chantal and Joseph!