Atty. John Clifton McCarron

Atty. John Clifton McCarron

John Clifton McCarron is a lawyer practicing business, commercial, ethics & professional responsibility and 6 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Sacramento Sacramento 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About John Clifton McCarron at a glance

John Clifton McCarron is a Partner based in Sacramento, California, practicing at Downey Brand Llp. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, litigation, and agriculture. Admitted to practice in Alaska (1988) and California (2003). Educated at Notre Dame Law School, Notre Dame, Indiana (J.D., 1987) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Clifton McCarron is a lawyer practicing business, commercial, ethics & professional responsibility and 6 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • John practices at Downey Brand LLP in Sacramento, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Clifton McCarron's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Agricultural 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 Clifton McCarron

Where is John Clifton McCarron's law office located?
John Clifton McCarron's law practice is located in Sacramento, California. The firm is Downey Brand Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Clifton McCarron handle?
John Clifton McCarron focuses on employment, business, real estate, litigation, agriculture. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Clifton McCarron practiced law?
John Clifton McCarron has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did John Clifton McCarron go to law school?
John Clifton McCarron earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact John Clifton McCarron for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Clifton McCarron received?
John Clifton McCarron's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Notre Dame Law School, Notre Dame, Indiana
- 1987
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Alaska
Admitted: 1988
California
Admitted: 2003

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