Atty. Derek Owen Johnson

Atty. Derek Owen Johnson

Derek Owen Johnson is a lawyer practicing corporate. Derek received a B.S. degree from University of San Francisco in 1996, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Derek Owen Johnson at a glance

Derek Owen Johnson is a Staubach Co. based in Palo Alto, California. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on business. Admitted to practice in California (2001). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 2001) and University of San Francisco (B.S., 1996). Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Derek Owen Johnson is a lawyer practicing corporate
  • Derek received a B.S. degree from University of San Francisco in 1996, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Derek practices in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Owen Johnson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Derek Owen Johnson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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 Palo Alto 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 Derek Owen Johnson

Where is Derek Owen Johnson's law office located?
Derek Owen Johnson's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Owen Johnson handle?
Derek Owen Johnson focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Derek Owen Johnson practiced law?
Derek Owen Johnson has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Derek Owen Johnson go to law school?
Derek Owen Johnson earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.S., 1996).
How can I contact Derek Owen Johnson for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
- 2001
B.S.
University of San Francisco
- 1996

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2001

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