Lawrence M. Knapp has concentrated exclusively on litigating personal injury cases since opening his office in 1993.  With over thirty years of experience, Larry continues to relentlessly advocate for his clients with impressive trial victories and settlements. He is the former president of the San Joaquin County Trial Lawyers Association and currently serves on the Board of Governors for the Consumer Attorneys of California (recipient of multiple awards including the Consumer Attorneys of California Outstanding President Award and the Presidential Award of Merit).  He has lectured and written regarding several areas of civil litigation.  Member: AAJ, CAOC, CALAA, TLPJ, ABOTA, SJTLA, SFTLA

Catherine R. Moss grew up in a small town in California’s Central Valley. She moved to Los Angeles in 2011 to attend UCLA. In 2015 she graduated with a B.A. in Environmental Studies and Geography. From there, she went on to obtain her J.D.  at Southwestern Law School in 2020. Catherine is a passionate advocate and prides herself on the relationships she forms with her clients. She knows that experiencing a traumatic injury is a life-changing event and can be difficult to describe. She takes the time to understand what each of her clients has experienced and ensures that they have the tools to comprehend the litigation process so they can feel empowered throughout the process. Member: AAJ, CAALA, CAOC

Howard J. Knapp grew up in a small town in California’s Central Valley. He moved to the Bay Area to attend UC Berkeley and graduated with a B.A. in English in 2013. Howard then spent over seven years working in marketing and business development for corporate clients of all sizes, including an international law firm and Fortune 50 technology company. After years in his corporate career, Howard went on to obtain his J.D. from UC Law San Francisco (Formerly UC Hastings). During law school, Howard externed for Chief Justice Cantil-Sakauye of the California Supreme Court and clerked for Alameda County Office of the County Counsel. Two weeks after taking the bar exam, Howard second-chaired and won a month-long trial that resulted in the highest nondeath personal injury jury verdict in Stanislaus County history. Today, he is a passionate advocate for personal injury plaintiffs who prides himself on building a strong community with trusting, honest relationships. Howard takes the time to understand what each of his clients have experienced and ensures that they have the tools to comprehend the litigation process. Howard is current a member of the board of directors for Marin Trial Lawyers Association. Member: AAJ, CAALA, CAOC, SJTLA, SFTLA, MTLA

The legal team at Knapp Moss provides a uniquely tailored approach to every personal injury case.  As a family-operated firm, our close-knit team allows us to offer a boutique and unparalleled level of personal service that larger firms simply cannot match. We truly get to know each client’s individual story with the empathy, compassion, and consistent communication your case deserves. Whether you’ve suffered from traumatic brain injury, wrongful death, sexual abuse, or other catastrophic injuries caused by the negligence of a corporation, public entity, or individual, our focus is on securing justice and maximum compensation for your case.

We have extensive experience negotiating with insurance companies and opposing counsel to secure favorable settlements for our clients. By anticipating and countering tactics used by insurance companies to minimize claims, we ensure our clients receive the compensation needed for recovery and long-term care. Our strategic approach allows us to resolve cases efficiently, often avoiding the need for trial while delivering strong, effective results.

At Knapp Moss, we prepare every case for jury trial because insurance companies and responsible parties otherwise routinely refuse to offer reasonable value for settlement. Our attorneys have a proven track record in court, securing victories for clients who have suffered due to the negligence and wrongdoing of others. We have obtained record setting verdicts for victims suffering from catastrophic injury. Our trial expertise strengthens our negotiating position and ensures that justice is pursued with the determination required to win in court.

As a family-operated firm, Knapp Moss offers a boutique and unparalleled level of personal service that larger firms simply cannot match. We take the time to understand each client’s unique story, providing compassionate, consistent communication throughout our relationship. Whether facing traumatic brain injury, wrongful death, sexual abuse, or other catastrophic injuries due to the negligence of corporations, public entities, or individuals, we focus on securing justice and maximum compensation with a personalized approach.