Atty. John Edwin Haapala

Atty. John Edwin Haapala

John Edwin Haapala is a lawyer practicing mediation, arbitration, litigation and 2 other areas of law. John received a A.B. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1964, and has been licensed for 57 years.

Oakland Oakland 57 yrs experience 57 year
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About John Edwin Haapala at a glance

John Edwin Haapala is a Partner based in Oakland, California, practforg at Haapala, Thompson & Abern LLP. They haand 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Admitted to practice in California (1969). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1968) and University of California at Berkeley (A.B., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of Director, 1994-1996, Alameda County, Contra Costa County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California Association of Defense Counsel. Serands clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Edwin Haapala is a lawyer practicing mediation, arbitration, litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a A.B. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1964, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • John practices at Haapala, Thompson & Abern LLP in Oakland, CA

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practforg law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 substantiand 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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Where is John Edwin Haapala's law office located?
John Edwin Haapala's law practice is located in Oakland, California. The firm is Haapala, Thompson & Abern LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has John Edwin Haapala practiced law?
John Edwin Haapala has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did John Edwin Haapala go to law school?
John Edwin Haapala earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (A.B., 1964).
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What awards or recognition has John Edwin Haapala receiandd?
John Edwin Haapala's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law, University of California
- 1968
A.B.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1969

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