Atty. John A. Lavra

Atty. John A. Lavra

Judge Pro Tem, Arbitrator and Settlement Conference for Sacramento and El Dorado Counties.

Sacramento Sacramento 42 yrs experience 42 year
Call (279) 758-9488 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John A. Lavra at a glance

John A. Lavra is a Partner based in Sacramento, California, practicing at Longyear, Lavra & Cahill, LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1984) and U.S. District Court, Northern and Eastern Districts of California (1984). Educated at McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific (J.D., 1984) and California State University at Sacramento (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Sacramento County Bar Association State Bar of California Capitol City Trial Lawyers Association Association of Defense Counsel of Northern California. Serands clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Judge Pro Tem, Arbitrator and Settlement Conference for Sacramento and El Dorado Counties

Practice Areas Explained

John A. Lavra's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John A. Lavra 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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Employment Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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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 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 A. Lavra

Where is John A. Lavra's law office located?
John A. Lavra's law practice is located in Sacramento, California. The firm is Longyear, Lavra & Cahill, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John A. Lavra handle?
John A. Lavra focuses on personal injury, employment, business, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John A. Lavra practiced law?
John A. Lavra has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did John A. Lavra go to law school?
John A. Lavra earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact John A. Lavra for a consultation?
You can contact John A. Lavra 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 A. Lavra received?
John A. Lavra's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
- 1984
B.A.
California State University at Sacramento
- 1980

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Northern and Eastern Districts of California
Admitted: 1984

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