Atty. John David Bakker

Atty. John David Bakker

John David Bakker is a lawyer practicing public law, election campaigns & political law. John received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Oakland Oakland 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About John David Bakker at a glance

John David Bakker is a Principal based in Oakland, California, practicing at Meyers Nave. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on government. Admitted to practice in California (1998). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 1998) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A. History, 1995). Serands clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John David Bakker is a lawyer practicing public law, election campaigns & political law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • John practices at Meyers Nave in Oakland, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John David Bakker's Areas of Practice

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

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Oakland 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 David Bakker

Where is John David Bakker's law office located?
John David Bakker's law practice is located in Oakland, California. The firm is Meyers Nave. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John David Bakker handle?
John David Bakker focuses on government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John David Bakker practiced law?
John David Bakker has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did John David Bakker go to law school?
John David Bakker earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A. History, 1995).
How can I contact John David Bakker for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
- 1998
B.A. History
University of California at Berkeley
- 1995

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1998

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