Atty. John Adamson Whitesides

Atty. John Adamson Whitesides

John Adamson Whitesides is a lawyer practicing animal law, appeals, government tort liability and 4 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of California at Irvine in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Sacramento Sacramento 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About John Adamson Whitesides at a glance

John Adamson Whitesides is a Principal Attorney based in Sacramento, California, practicing at Angelo, Kilday & Kilduff, LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, civil rights, government, and insurance. Admitted to practice in California (1986). Educated at Duke University (J.D., 1986) and University of California at Irvine (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Sacramento County and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Adamson Whitesides is a lawyer practicing animal law, appeals, government tort liability and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of California at Irvine in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • John practices at Angelo, Kilday & Kilduff, LLP in Sacramento, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Adamson Whitesides's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Personal Injury

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Civil Rights

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Government & Administrative Law

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Insurance Law

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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 Adamson Whitesides

Where is John Adamson Whitesides's law office located?
John Adamson Whitesides's law practice is located in Sacramento, California. The firm is Angelo, Kilday & Kilduff, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Adamson Whitesides handle?
John Adamson Whitesides focuses on contracts, personal injury, civil rights, government, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Adamson Whitesides practiced law?
John Adamson Whitesides has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did John Adamson Whitesides go to law school?
John Adamson Whitesides earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact John Adamson Whitesides for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Adamson Whitesides received?
John Adamson Whitesides's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Duke University
- 1986
B.A.
University of California at Irvine
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1986

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