Atty. John D. McKay

Atty. John D. McKay

John D. McKay is the Managing Attorney at Park Avenue Law LLC, focusing on aviation-related wrongful death and personal injury litigation, as well as jet and turboprop transactions.

San Francisco San Francisco 41 J. Erfahrung 41 year
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Profile Summary

About John D. McKay at a glance

John D. McKay is a Principal based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Park Avenue Law LLC. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on aviation. Admitted to practice in Maine (1985), West Virginia (1985), United States District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia (1985), and United States District Court for the District of Maine (1985). Educated at University of Maine School of Law (J.D., 1985) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John D. McKay is the Managing Attorney at Park Avenue Law LLC, focusing on aviation-related wrongful death and personal injury litigation, as well as jet and turboprop transactions
  • Before transitioning to plaintiff representation, John defended airlines in litigation and later served as a Claims Attorney for one of the world’s top aviation insurers
  • During his time there, he co-managed the defense of global product liability cases for The Boeing Company and GE Aviation and handled claims related to major aviation disasters and other aviation incidents
  • He has tried numerous cases before juries in courts across the country with an impressive record of success
  • John is licensed to practice law in eight U.S. states, is licensed as a Solicitor in England and Wales, and as a Barrister and Solicitor in Ontario, Canada
  • He holds a Commercial Pilot certificate with instrument and multiengine ratings from the FAA and has taught Aviation Law and Commercial Pilot Skills at the university level
  • He earned his B.A. with Distinction from the University of Virginia and his J.D. from the University of Maine School of Law, where he was recognized as Best Advocate on the Moot Court team
  • John also co-founded the Thomas Jefferson Inn of Court and has served on various ethics and professionalism committees
  • He enjoys travel, skiing, marksmanship, hiking and of course, flying

Practice Areas Explained

John D. McKay's Areas of Practice

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

Aviation Law

Aviation attorneys for aircraft accidents, FAA regulation, pilot defense, and aviation industry matters.

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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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John D. McKay

Where is John D. McKay's law office located?
John D. McKay's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Park Avenue Law LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John D. McKay handle?
John D. McKay focuses on aviation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John D. McKay practiced law?
John D. McKay has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did John D. McKay go to law school?
John D. McKay earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact John D. McKay for a consultation?
You can contact John D. McKay 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 D. McKay received?
John D. McKay's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Maine School of Law
- 1985
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maine
Admitted: 1985
West Virginia
Admitted: 1985
United States District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia
Admitted: 1985
United States District Court for the District of Maine
Admitted: 1985
United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit
Admitted: 1986
United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1988
United States District Court for the Western District of Virginia
Admitted: 1988
Virginia (Inactive)
Admitted: 1988
Colorado
Admitted: 1997
Florida
Admitted: 1999
United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida
Admitted: 2000
United States District Court for the District of Colorado
Admitted: 2000
California
Admitted: 2002
New York
Admitted: 2002
England and Wales
Admitted: 2009
Vermont
Admitted: 2014
United States District Court for the Northern District of California
Admitted: 2014
Ontario
Admitted: 2015
United States District Court for the Central District of California
Admitted: 2016
United States District Court for the Central District of Florida
Admitted: 2017
United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 2017
United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 2018
Utah
Admitted: 2024

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