Edi Kristopher

Edi Kristopher is a trial attorney and the founding partner of Harrison | Kristopher LLP, a civil litigation firm representing plaintiffs in catastrophic injury, wrongful death, traumatic brain injury, trucking collisions, negligent security, civil rights, police brutality, and other government-liability cases.

She graduated with honors from Saint Mary’s College of California and received her juris doctorate degree from John F. Kennedy University School of Law.
 
She is admitted to practice in California and Texas, as well as the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, and the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California.
 
Widely recognized for her litigation results and client advocacy, Edi has secured millions of dollars in compensation for injured individuals and families across a range of complex civil cases. Her work includes high-stakes medical malpractice and institutional-negligence matters, and she has served as lead counsel in cases listed among California’s Top Verdicts & Settlements. She has been recognized as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers, honored as one of the Top Attorneys in Northern California, and named a “10 Best Attorneys – Client Satisfaction” recipient by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys.
 
Edi’s litigation style is defined by meticulous preparation, mastery of the record, and a disciplined, results-driven approach to high-stakes litigation. Under her leadership, Harrison | Kristopher LLP routinely handles matters involving traumatic brain injuries, advanced neurodiagnostics, multi-party disputes, and corporate or governmental defendants. The firm is frequently sought out for its command of discovery strategy, high-conflict negotiations, and litigation involving vulnerable or marginalized clients.
Edi oversees litigation operations across the firm’s Concord, Pasadena, and Sacramento offices. She leads attorney and staff development, emphasizes client-centered communication, and advances the firm’s mission of delivering aggressive, ethical, and high-impact advocacy.
 
A committed voice for accountability, equity, and justice within the civil legal system, Edi represents clients from diverse backgrounds and communities, with a focus on ensuring that injury victims receive the full measure of protection and compensation the law provides. Outside of litigation, she is a devoted wife and mother who believes in creating space for joy and family while managing a demanding litigation and trial practice. She brings a global lens, cultural fluency, and a deep appreciation for community into her professional work and deeply cares for the clients she serves.