Atty. John A Garvin

Atty. John A Garvin

John A Garvin is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, child custody, child support and 1 other area of law. John received a B.A. degree from Temple University in 1987, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Madera Madera 33 yrs experience 33 year
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About John A Garvin at a glance

John A Garvin is a Member based in Madera, California, practicing at John A Garvin Attorney At Law. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, criminal defense, and child support. Admitted to practice in California (1993). Educated at California Western School of Law (J.D., 1993) and Temple University (B.A., 1987). Serands clients in Madera, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John A Garvin is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, child custody, child support and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Temple University in 1987, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • John practices at John A. Garvin, Attorney at Law in Madera, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John A Garvin's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Child Support

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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 Madera 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 A Garvin

Where is John A Garvin's law office located?
John A Garvin's law practice is located in Madera, California. The firm is John A Garvin Attorney At Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John A Garvin handle?
John A Garvin focuses on divorce, child custody, criminal defense, child support. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John A Garvin practiced law?
John A Garvin has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did John A Garvin go to law school?
John A Garvin earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact John A Garvin for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
California Western School of Law
- 1993
B.A.
Temple University
- 1987

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1993

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