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John D. Cline is a Member based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Law Office of John D. Cline. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, tax, federal crimes, white collar, and securities. Admitted to practice in Texas (1985), District of Columbia (1986), New Mexico (1996), and California (2005). Educated at University of Texas (J.D., 1985) and University of New Hampshire (B.A. University, 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Mr. John D. Cline is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, consumer protection, criminal defense and 12 other areas of law
- John received a B.A. degree from University of New Hampshire in 1978, and has been licensed for 41 years
- John practices at Law Office of John D. Cline in San Francisco, CA
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A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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John D. Cline is one of 6,773 federal crimes attorneys indexed nationally. Browse federal crimes attorneys in California →
John D. Cline is one of 20,025 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar attorneys in California →
John D. Cline is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in California →
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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 Francisco 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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