Atty. John James McGuirk

Atty. John James McGuirk

John James McGuirk is a lawyer practicing criminal; criminal law, criminal defense. John received a B.S.J. degree from University of Florida in 1960, and has been licensed for 59 years.

Coral Gables Coral Gables 59 yrs experience 59 year
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Profile Summary

About John James McGuirk at a glance

John James McGuirk is a Member based in Coral Gables, Florida, practicing at The McGuirk Law Firm P L. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Florida (1967), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1968), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida (1968), and U.S. Supreme Court (1977). Educated at University of Florida (LL.B., 1964) and University of Florida (B.S.J., 1960). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Coral Gables, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John James McGuirk is a lawyer practicing criminal
  • criminal law, criminal defense
  • John received a B.S.J. degree from University of Florida in 1960, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • John practices at The McGuirk Law Firm P L in Coral Gables, FL

Practice Areas Explained

John James McGuirk's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John James McGuirk 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 Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Coral Gables are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John James McGuirk

Where is John James McGuirk's law office located?
John James McGuirk's law practice is located in Coral Gables, Florida. The firm is The McGuirk Law Firm P L. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John James McGuirk handle?
John James McGuirk focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has John James McGuirk practiced law?
John James McGuirk has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did John James McGuirk go to law school?
John James McGuirk earned their education at (LL.B., 1964); (B.S.J., 1960).
How can I contact John James McGuirk for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John James McGuirk received?
John James McGuirk's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
University of Florida
- 1964
B.S.J.
University of Florida
- 1960

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1967
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1968
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Admitted: 1968
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals
Admitted: 1981

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