Atty. John Paul Cotter

Atty. John Paul Cotter

John Paul Cotter is a lawyer practicing trucking defense, personal injury defense, insurance coverage and 5 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from Pepperdine University in 1986, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Sacramento Sacramento 34 J. Erfahrung 34 year
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Profile Summary

About John Paul Cotter at a glance

John Paul Cotter is a Partner based in Sacramento, California, practicing at Diepenbrock & Cotter, LLP. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on personal injury, litigation, insurance, and maritime. Admitted to practice in California (1992) and U.S. District Court, Central District of California U.S. District Court, Northern District of Califo (1992). Educated at University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law (J.D., 1991) and Pepperdine University (B.S. University, 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California Claims & Litigation Management Alliance National Association of Railroad Trial Counsel Association of Defense Counsel of Northern California Trucking Industry Defense Association. Serands clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • John Paul Cotter is a lawyer practicing trucking defense, personal injury defense, insurance coverage and 5 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Pepperdine University in 1986, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • John practices at Diepenbrock & Cotter, LLP in Sacramento, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Paul Cotter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Paul Cotter handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

John Paul Cotter is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in California →

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

John Paul Cotter is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Sacramento are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Paul Cotter

Where is John Paul Cotter's law office located?
John Paul Cotter's law practice is located in Sacramento, California. The firm is Diepenbrock & Cotter, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Paul Cotter handle?
John Paul Cotter focuses on personal injury, litigation, insurance, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Paul Cotter practiced law?
John Paul Cotter has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did John Paul Cotter go to law school?
John Paul Cotter earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S. University, 1986).
How can I contact John Paul Cotter for a consultation?
You can contact John Paul Cotter directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John Paul Cotter received?
John Paul Cotter's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
- 1991
B.S. University
Pepperdine University
- 1986

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Central District of California U.S. District Court, Northern District of Califo
Admitted: 1992

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