Meet Your Attorney
John Paul Fickes – Owner and Attorney
Mr. Fickes graduated from University of La Verne College of Law in 2012. There he was a member of Law Review while also serving as the Captain of the Trial Team. He competed in many trial competitions, discovering a talent for trial advocacy and litigation. He achieved the highest grades in his classes in Trial Advocacy and Lawyering Skills Practicum. During his third year of law school, Mr. Fickes was 1 of 6 students selected for membership to the American Inn of Court for Riverside County.
After law school, Mr. Fickes worked for nearly a decade for large firms in Sacramento, representing some of the nation’s largest insurance carriers and self-insured employers. Working for the other side has given him insight and understanding into how these agencies work and think. Now, as your attorney, Mr. Fickes uses his skills and prior experience to fight on behalf of injured workers.
Born and raised in Shasta County, Mr. Fickes is happy to call Redding home. In his free time, he enjoys hiking, camping, fishing, and biking with his wife and four energetic boys.
A Family Business
Melody Fickes – Office Manager
NorCal Work Comp is a family business. We care about our clients and work to provide consistent availability and service. In fact, its no surprise when you reach Melody or even John Paul directly when you call.
Melody manages the business side of the office. She works directly with your attorney to answer your questions and file your paperwork. At NorCal Work Comp, your case will never slip through the cracks.
Melody has experience in a wide variety of fields including housing, office and business management, legal, creative and copyrighting, and even theater and the arts.
John Paul and Melody have been married since 2010. Having a law firm has allowed Melody the blessing of being a stay at home mom to their four young boys.
Why Choose NorCal Work Comp?