Atty. John James Jordan

Atty. John James Jordan

I have been practicing criminal law in both State and Federal Court for more than 30 years. I have tried over 40 cases to verdict, and briefed and argued over 50 appeals.

San Francisco San Francisco 44 yrs experience 44 year
Call (415) 684-1008 Book Appointment

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About John James Jordan at a glance

John James Jordan is a Member based in San Francisco, California, practicing at John J. Jordan. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, white collar, consumer, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York (1982) and California (1995). Educated at New York University (J.D., 1982) and University of Pennsylvania (B.A., 1978). Active member of State Bar of California New York State Bar Association National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • I have been practicing criminal law in both State and Federal Court for more than 30 years
  • I have tried over 40 cases to verdict, and briefed and argued over 50 appeals

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John James Jordan's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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White Collar Crimes

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 San Francisco 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 James Jordan's law office located?
John James Jordan's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is John J. Jordan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John James Jordan handle?
John James Jordan focuses on criminal defense, white collar, consumer, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John James Jordan practiced law?
John James Jordan has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did John James Jordan go to law school?
John James Jordan earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1978).
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Education

J.D.
New York University
- 1982
B.A.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1978

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1982
California
Admitted: 1995

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