Atty. John Herbert Coward

Atty. John Herbert Coward

John Herbert Coward is a lawyer practicing estate and trust litigation, practice devoted to litigation, trusts & estates and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of the Pacific, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Los Gatos Los Gatos 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About John Herbert Coward at a glance

John Herbert Coward is a Member based in Los Gatos, California, practicing at Law Offices Of John H Coward. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, real estate, estate litigation, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1976). Educated at McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific J.D. (—) and University of the Pacific B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Los Gatos, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Herbert Coward is a lawyer practicing estate and trust litigation, practice devoted to litigation, trusts & estates and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of the Pacific, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • John practices at Law Offices of John H. Coward in Los Gatos, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Herbert Coward's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

John Herbert Coward is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

John Herbert Coward is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

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

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

Estate & Trust Litigation

John Herbert Coward is one of 20,023 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

John Herbert Coward is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

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 Los Gatos 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 Herbert Coward

Where is John Herbert Coward's law office located?
John Herbert Coward's law practice is located in Los Gatos, California. The firm is Law Offices Of John H Coward. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Herbert Coward handle?
John Herbert Coward focuses on trusts, estate planning, real estate, estate litigation, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Herbert Coward practiced law?
John Herbert Coward has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did John Herbert Coward go to law school?
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How can I contact John Herbert Coward for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Herbert Coward received?
John Herbert Coward's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific J.D.
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University of the Pacific B.A.
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1976

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