Atty. John Barker

Atty. John Barker

John Barker is a lawyer practicing civil litigation. John received a B.A. degree from Williams College in 1978, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Chelmsford Chelmsford 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About John Barker at a glance

John Barker is an Of Counsel based in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, practicing at Gallant & Ervin, LLC. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1992), U.S. District Court, Northern, Eastern and Central Districts of California and U.S. Court of Appeals (1993), Massachusetts (1997), and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1999). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 1992) and Williams College (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Boston, Massachusetts, New Hampshire and American Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in Chelmsford, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Barker is a lawyer practicing civil litigation
  • John received a B.A. degree from Williams College in 1978, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • John practices at Gallant & Ervin, LLC in Chelmsford, MA

Practice Areas Explained

John Barker's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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 Massachusetts

Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chelmsford are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Common questions about John Barker

Where is John Barker's law office located?
John Barker's law practice is located in Chelmsford, Massachusetts. The firm is Gallant & Ervin, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Barker handle?
John Barker focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has John Barker practiced law?
John Barker has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did John Barker go to law school?
John Barker earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact John Barker for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Barker received?
John Barker's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
- 1992
B.A.
Williams College
- 1978

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Northern, Eastern and Central Districts of California and U.S. Court of Appeals
Admitted: 1993
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1999
New Hampshire
Admitted: 2004
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 2005

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