Atty. John Douglas Speciale

Atty. John Douglas Speciale

John Douglas Speciale is a lawyer practicing family. John received a degree from Whittier Coll SOL, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Woodland Hills Woodland Hills 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About John Douglas Speciale at a glance

John Douglas Speciale is an Attorney based in Woodland Hills, California, practicing at Speciale & Burton. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on family law. Admitted to practice in California (1977). Educated at Whittier College School of Law (Doctor, 1977) and Whittier Coll SOL CA Univ of California Santa Barbara CA (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Woodland Hills, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John Douglas Speciale is a lawyer practicing family
  • John received a degree from Whittier Coll SOL, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • John practices at Speciale & Burton in Woodland Hills, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Douglas Speciale's Areas of Practice

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

Family 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 Woodland Hills 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 Speciale

Where is John Douglas Speciale's law office located?
John Douglas Speciale's law practice is located in Woodland Hills, California. The firm is Speciale & Burton. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Douglas Speciale handle?
John Douglas Speciale focuses on family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Douglas Speciale practiced law?
John Douglas Speciale has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did John Douglas Speciale go to law school?
John Douglas Speciale earned their education at (Doctor, 1977); (—).
How can I contact John Douglas Speciale for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Douglas Speciale received?
John Douglas Speciale's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Practice Areas

Education

Doctor
Whittier College School of Law
- 1977
Whittier Coll SOL CA Univ of California Santa Barbara CA
- In Progress

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1977

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