Atty. John J Meehan

Atty. John J Meehan

John J Meehan is a lawyer practicing criminal law. John received a B.S. degree from University of San Francisco in 1954, and has been licensed for 66 years.

San Rafael San Rafael 66 yrs experience 66 year
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About John J Meehan at a glance

John J Meehan is a Dist. Atty. based in San Rafael, California. They have 66+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1960. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in California (1960). Educated at University of San Francisco School of Law (J.D., 1959) and University of San Francisco (B.S., 1954). Serands clients in San Rafael, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John J Meehan is a lawyer practicing criminal law
  • John received a B.S. degree from University of San Francisco in 1954, and has been licensed for 66 years
  • John practices in San Rafael, CA

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John J Meehan's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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 Rafael 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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Where is John J Meehan's law office located?
John J Meehan's law practice is located in San Rafael, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John J Meehan handle?
John J Meehan focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John J Meehan practiced law?
John J Meehan has 66+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1960.
Where did John J Meehan go to law school?
John J Meehan earned their education at (J.D., 1959); (B.S., 1954).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of San Francisco School of Law
- 1959
B.S.
University of San Francisco
- 1954

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1960

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