Juan Ordaz

Juan J. Ordaz Jr. is a highly respected personal injury attorney in San Diego, California, known for his dedication, perseverance, and results-driven approach. He began his legal career in 1998 as an investigator for one of San Diego’s oldest and most reputable personal injury law firms. While working full-time as the firm’s senior investigator, Juan attended the University of San Diego School of Law at night. Upon earning his J.D., he was promoted to associate attorney and began litigating the very types of cases he had investigated for years.

In 2010, he founded his own firm to provide compassionate, hands-on representation to injury victims. With nearly two decades of experience in personal injury law, Juan takes pride in the devotion he brings to every case. He is widely known throughout the legal community for his professionalism, strategic thinking, and unwavering commitment to client satisfaction.

Now, Juan brings his years of litigation, trial, and negotiation experience to the renowned Frantz Law Group. He is eager to contribute to the firm’s accomplished trial attorneys and nationally recognized mass tort legal departments. His client-first mindset, cost-conscious litigation style, and strong courtroom instincts align seamlessly with the firm’s mission to deliver exceptional legal representation at scale.

Case Types & Achievements

Juan has successfully handled a wide range of personal injury matters, including:

• Vehicle Accidents: Car, motorcycle, trucking, and bicycle accidents involving serious injury or wrongful death
• Premises Liability: Injuries due to dangerous property conditions, including slip/trip-and-fall incidents
• Product Liability: Claims involving defective or dangerous consumer products
• Serious Injuries & Wrongful Death: Catastrophic injury cases and fatal incidents caused by negligence

Notable Results

• $16.2 Million Verdict – Roadway Hazard: Secured a $16,288,136 jury verdict in a dangerous condition of public property case (road edge drop-off)
• $2.25 Million Settlement – Gym Injury: Defeated a gym’s liability waiver in court, allowing the case to proceed to trial and resulting in a multi-million-dollar settlement
• Confidential Settlement – Resort Nightclub: Resolved a high-stakes premises liability case against an Indian casino resort nightclub
• Multiple Seven-Figure Settlements: Consistently achieves strong case valuations and favorable results for clients through negotiation and litigation

Juan’s practice philosophy is simple: provide personal, attentive service and advocate relentlessly. He believes every client deserves time, respect, and results — without unnecessary costs or ego. This commitment to integrity, efficiency, and client-centered advocacy has earned him a trusted reputation across Southern California.

You may reach Juan directly by email at jordaz@frantzlawgroup.com or by phone at (619) 233-5945. He welcomes the opportunity to discuss your case and how the team at Frantz Law Group can help.

• Education:
  • University of San Diego School of Law, J.D., 2007
  • California Lutheran University, B.A., Political Science & English, 1997
• Bar Admission:
  • State Bar of California (Admitted 2007; Active member in good standing)
• Languages:
  • Fluent in English and Spanish
• Additional Skills:
  • Strategic litigation and trial preparation
  • Mediation and negotiation expertise
  • Empathetic, effective client communication