Atty. John Clyde Lemaster
John Clyde Lemaster is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, appellate practice, energy and 12 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Arizona State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years.
Alternative Dispute Resolution & More Attorney · Serving Phoenix, AZ · 39+ Years Experience
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About John Clyde Lemaster at a Glance
John Clyde Lemaster is a Shareholder based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Ryley Carlock Applewhite A Professional Association. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on ip, litigation, environmental, insurance, and adr. Admitted to practice in Arizona (1987), U.S. District Court, District of Arizona (1987), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1989), and U.S. Supreme Court (1995). Educated at Arizona State University (J.D., 1987) and Arizona State University (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association. Serves clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Clyde Lemaster
- John Clyde Lemaster is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, appellate practice, energy and 12 other areas of law
- John received a B.A. degree from Arizona State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
- John practices at Ryley Carlock & Applewhite A Professional Association in Phoenix, AZ
Practice Areas Explained
John Clyde Lemaster's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Clyde Lemaster handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Phoenix.
Intellectual Property in Phoenix
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
John Clyde Lemaster is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Arizona →
Civil Litigation in Phoenix
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
John Clyde Lemaster is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Arizona →
Environmental Law in Phoenix
Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
John Clyde Lemaster is one of 55,977 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Arizona →
Insurance Law in Phoenix
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
John Clyde Lemaster is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Arizona →
Mediation & Arbitration in Phoenix
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
John Clyde Lemaster is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Arizona →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Phoenix
Practicing law in Arizona. Legal matters in Arizona are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Phoenix are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Arizona state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Arizona brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Arizona courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Phoenix Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Phoenix-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Phoenix Choose John Clyde Lemaster
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John Clyde Lemaster's practice in the field of ip, litigation, environmental, insurance, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Clyde Lemaster brings 39+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Arizona, U.S. District Court, District of Arizona, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, John Clyde Lemaster can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering ip, litigation, and environmental, John Clyde Lemaster can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Phoenix
A Phoenix-based practice means John Clyde Lemaster attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues John Clyde Lemaster Handles in Phoenix
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters John Clyde Lemaster has experience with under Arizona law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact John Clyde Lemaster directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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