Atty. John A. Greaves
John A. Greaves is a lawyer practicing airplane crash litigation, aviation accidents, aviation products liability and 4 other areas of law.
Airplane Crash Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Greenbrae, CA · 34+ Years Experience
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About John A. Greaves at a Glance
John A. Greaves is a Consultant based in Greenbrae, California. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, class action, tbi/sci, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1992), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa (1992), California (1994), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1994). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1992) and Drake University (M.P.A. University, 1992). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California State Bar of Iowa (Inactive member) District of Columbia Bar (Inactive member) State Bar of Missouri Air Line Pilots Association (Inactive member) Delta Theta Phi. Provides legal services in English. Serves clients in Greenbrae, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John A. Greaves
- John A. Greaves is a lawyer practicing airplane crash litigation, aviation accidents, aviation products liability and 4 other areas of law
- John A. received a M.P.A. degree from Drake University in 1992, and has been licensed for 34 years
- John A. practices in Greenbrae, CA
Practice Areas Explained
John A. Greaves's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John A. Greaves handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Greenbrae.
Wrongful Death in Greenbrae
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Personal Injury in Greenbrae
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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Class Action in Greenbrae
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Brain & Spinal Cord Injury in Greenbrae
John A. Greaves is one of 10,159 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci attorneys in California →
Civil Litigation in Greenbrae
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Greenbrae
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 Greenbrae 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 venue, 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.
Greenbrae Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Greenbrae-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Greenbrae Choose John A. Greaves
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John A. Greaves's practice in the field of wrongful death, personal injury, class action, tbi/sci, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John A. Greaves brings 34+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Iowa, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa, and California, John A. Greaves can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful death, personal injury, and class action, John A. Greaves can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Greenbrae
A Greenbrae-based practice means John A. Greaves attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues John A. Greaves Handles in Greenbrae
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters John A. Greaves has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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