Atty. John Joseph Lerma

Atty. John Joseph Lerma

John Joseph Lerma is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, personal injury, estate planning, probate and trust and 50 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from Brigham Young University in 1977, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Meridian Meridian 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About John Joseph Lerma at a glance

John Joseph Lerma is a Managing Partner based in Meridian, Idaho, practicing at Lerma Grover Law. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on wills, car accidents, contracts, trusts, and probate. Admitted to practice in Idaho (1985), U.S. District Court, District of Idaho (1985), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1987), and U.S. Supreme Court (2010). Educated at Gonzaga University School of Law (J.D., 1985) and Brigham Young University (B.S., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Idaho State Bar (Member, Sections on: Taxation Probate and Trust) Idaho Independent Adjusters Association Idaho Association of Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Meridian, ID and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Joseph Lerma is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, personal injury, estate planning, probate and trust and 50 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Brigham Young University in 1977, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • John practices at Lerma Grover Law in Meridian, ID

Practice Areas Explained

John Joseph Lerma's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Car Accidents

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Contracts

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Trusts

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Probate

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Idaho

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Joseph Lerma

Where is John Joseph Lerma's law office located?
John Joseph Lerma's law practice is located in Meridian, Idaho. The firm is Lerma Grover Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Joseph Lerma handle?
John Joseph Lerma focuses on wills, car accidents, contracts, trusts, probate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Idaho.
How long has John Joseph Lerma practiced law?
John Joseph Lerma has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did John Joseph Lerma go to law school?
John Joseph Lerma earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S., 1977).
How can I contact John Joseph Lerma for a consultation?
You can contact John Joseph Lerma directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John Joseph Lerma received?
John Joseph Lerma's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Gonzaga University School of Law
- 1985
B.S.
Brigham Young University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Idaho
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, District of Idaho
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2010

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