Atty. John Francis Major
John Francis Major is a lawyer practicing contracts, family law, criminal law and 1 other area of law. John received a A.B. degree from Columbia University, and has been licensed for 54 years.
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John Francis Major is a contracts, criminal defense, family law, and business attorney based in Novato, California. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Admitted to practice in New York (1972) and California (1975). Educated at Harvard University J.D. (—) and Columbia University A.B. (—). Serands clients in Novato, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- John Francis Major is a lawyer practicing contracts, family law, criminal law and 1 other area of law
- John received a A.B. degree from Columbia University, and has been licensed for 54 years
- John practices in Novato, CA
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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 Novato 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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