Atty. John Douglas Gibson

Atty. John Douglas Gibson

John Douglas Gibson is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance defense, civil rights and 1 other area of law. John received a B.A. degree from California State University, Bakersfield in 1973, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Bakersfield Bakersfield 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About John Douglas Gibson at a glance

John Douglas Gibson is a Member based in Bakersfield, California, practicing at Gibson And Gibson. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on litigation, civil rights, and insurance. Admitted to practice in California (1983). Educated at University of California at Santa Barbara (J.D., 1982) and California State University, Bakersfield (B.A. California, 1973). Active member of Kern County Bar Association State Bar of California. Serands clients in Bakersfield, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Douglas Gibson is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance defense, civil rights and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from California State University, Bakersfield in 1973, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • John practices at Gibson & Gibson in Bakersfield, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Douglas Gibson's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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

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Civil Rights

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Insurance Law

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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 Bakersfield 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 Douglas Gibson

Where is John Douglas Gibson's law office located?
John Douglas Gibson's law practice is located in Bakersfield, California. The firm is Gibson And Gibson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Douglas Gibson handle?
John Douglas Gibson focuses on litigation, civil rights, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Douglas Gibson practiced law?
John Douglas Gibson has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did John Douglas Gibson go to law school?
John Douglas Gibson earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A. California, 1973).
How can I contact John Douglas Gibson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California at Santa Barbara
- 1982
B.A. California
California State University, Bakersfield
- 1973

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1983

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