Atty. John Alan Harkavy

Atty. John Alan Harkavy

John Alan Harkavy is a lawyer practicing commercial, corporate & incorporation, acquisitions and 7 other areas of law. John received a A.B. degree from Bucknell University in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Orinda Orinda 58 yrs experience 58 year
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About John Alan Harkavy at a glance

John Alan Harkavy is a Principal based in Orinda, California, practicing at The Harkavy Law Firm. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on formation, business, real estate, ip, and tax. Admitted to practice in California (1968) and U.S. District Court, Northern, Central and Southern Districts of California, U.S. Court of Appeals, (1968). Educated at University of California, Boalt Hall School of Law (J.D., 1967) and Bucknell University (A.B., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association. Serands clients in Orinda, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Alan Harkavy is a lawyer practicing commercial, corporate & incorporation, acquisitions and 7 other areas of law
  • John received a A.B. degree from Bucknell University in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • John practices at The Harkavy Law Firm in Orinda, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Alan Harkavy's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Tax 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 Orinda 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 Alan Harkavy

Where is John Alan Harkavy's law office located?
John Alan Harkavy's law practice is located in Orinda, California. The firm is The Harkavy Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Alan Harkavy handle?
John Alan Harkavy focuses on formation, business, real estate, ip, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Alan Harkavy practiced law?
John Alan Harkavy has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did John Alan Harkavy go to law school?
John Alan Harkavy earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (A.B., 1964).
How can I contact John Alan Harkavy for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Alan Harkavy received?
John Alan Harkavy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Boalt Hall School of Law
- 1967
A.B.
Bucknell University
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1968
U.S. District Court, Northern, Central and Southern Districts of California, U.S. Court of Appeals,
Admitted: 1968

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