Atty. John Hamlin Reaves

Atty. John Hamlin Reaves

John Hamlin Reaves is a lawyer practicing environmental law, contracts & agreements, litigation and 1 other area of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years.

San Diego San Diego 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About John Hamlin Reaves at a glance

John Hamlin Reaves is a Member based in San Diego, California, practicing at John Reaves. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on contracts, litigation, environmental, and adr. Admitted to practice in California (1983). Educated at Santa Clara University School of Law (J.D., 1983) and University of California at Santa Barbara (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Hamlin Reaves is a lawyer practicing environmental law, contracts & agreements, litigation and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • John practices at John Reaves in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Hamlin Reaves's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Mediation & Arbitration

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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 Diego 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 Hamlin Reaves

Where is John Hamlin Reaves's law office located?
John Hamlin Reaves's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is John Reaves. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Hamlin Reaves handle?
John Hamlin Reaves focuses on contracts, litigation, environmental, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Hamlin Reaves practiced law?
John Hamlin Reaves has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did John Hamlin Reaves go to law school?
John Hamlin Reaves earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact John Hamlin Reaves for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Hamlin Reaves received?
John Hamlin Reaves's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Santa Clara University School of Law
- 1983
B.A.
University of California at Santa Barbara
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1983

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