Atty. J David Petrie

Atty. J David Petrie

J David Petrie is a lawyer practicing business litigation, employment litigation, insurance defense and 2 other areas of law. J received a B.S. degree from University of the Pacific in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Fresno Fresno 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About J David Petrie at a glance

J David Petrie is a Partner based in Fresno, California, practicing at Petrie Dorfmeier And Morris Llp. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. Supreme Court (1980) and U.S. District Court, Northern, Central, Eastern and Southern Districts of California (1980). Educated at University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law (J.D., 1980) and University of the Pacific (B.S., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Cal. ABOTA, Fresno County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California American Board of Trial Advocates. Serands clients in Fresno, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • J David Petrie is a lawyer practicing business litigation, employment litigation, insurance defense and 2 other areas of law
  • J received a B.S. degree from University of the Pacific in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • J practices at Petrie, Dorfmeier & Morris, LLP in Fresno, CA

Practice Areas Explained

J David Petrie's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J David Petrie handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

J David Petrie is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

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

J David Petrie is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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

J David Petrie is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

Insurance Law

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J David Petrie is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Fresno 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 J David Petrie

Where is J David Petrie's law office located?
J David Petrie's law practice is located in Fresno, California. The firm is Petrie Dorfmeier And Morris Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J David Petrie handle?
J David Petrie focuses on employment, business, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has J David Petrie practiced law?
J David Petrie has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did J David Petrie go to law school?
J David Petrie earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S., 1977).
How can I contact J David Petrie for a consultation?
You can contact J David Petrie 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 J David Petrie received?
J David Petrie's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
- 1980
B.S.
University of the Pacific
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Northern, Central, Eastern and Southern Districts of California
Admitted: 1980

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