Atty. John Edward Carey

Atty. John Edward Carey

John Edward Carey is a lawyer practicing real estate law, business litigation, labor and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University Franklin College in 1969, and has been licensed for 51 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About John Edward Carey at a glance

John Edward Carey is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Wild Carey And Fife. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in California (1975) and Hawaii (2013). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1975) and Georgetown University Franklin College (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Edward Carey is a lawyer practicing real estate law, business litigation, labor and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University Franklin College in 1969, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • John practices at Wild, Carey & Fife in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Edward Carey's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

John Edward Carey is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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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 Edward Carey

Where is John Edward Carey's law office located?
John Edward Carey's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Wild Carey And Fife. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Edward Carey handle?
John Edward Carey focuses on employment, business, real estate, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Edward Carey practiced law?
John Edward Carey has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did John Edward Carey go to law school?
John Edward Carey earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact John Edward Carey for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Edward Carey received?
John Edward Carey's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law, University of California
- 1975
B.A.
Georgetown University Franklin College
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1975
Hawaii
Admitted: 2013

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