Atty. John Cummings Grier

Atty. John Cummings Grier

John Cummings Grier is a lawyer practicing estate planning, personal injury law, civil litigation and 4 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Colorado State University in 1972, and has been licensed for 47 years.

San Diego San Diego 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About John Cummings Grier at a glance

John Cummings Grier is a Member based in San Diego, California, practicing at DenHerder Grier & Associates. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on trusts, personal injury, estate planning, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1979). Educated at Western State University (J.D., 1978) and Colorado State University (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of San Diego County Bar Association State Bar of California The Association of Trial Lawyers of America California Trial Lawyers Association San Diego Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John Cummings Grier is a lawyer practicing estate planning, personal injury law, civil litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Colorado State University in 1972, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • John practices at DenHerder Grier & Associates in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Cummings Grier's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

John Cummings Grier is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

John Cummings Grier is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

John Cummings Grier is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Product Liability

John Cummings Grier is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

John Cummings Grier is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

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 San Diego 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 Cummings Grier

Where is John Cummings Grier's law office located?
John Cummings Grier's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is DenHerder Grier & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Cummings Grier handle?
John Cummings Grier focuses on trusts, personal injury, estate planning, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Cummings Grier practiced law?
John Cummings Grier has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did John Cummings Grier go to law school?
John Cummings Grier earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact John Cummings Grier for a consultation?
You can contact John Cummings Grier directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John Cummings Grier received?
John Cummings Grier's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Western State University
- 1978
B.A.
Colorado State University
- 1972

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1979

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