Atty. John Joseph Meissner

Atty. John Joseph Meissner

John Joseph Meissner is a lawyer practicing business law, wills and probate, estate planning and 1 other area of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of San Francisco in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years.

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Profile Summary

About John Joseph Meissner at a glance

John Joseph Meissner is a Partner based in Sacramento, California, practicing at Meissner Ruggles Thompson, Inc.. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in California (1977). Educated at Southwestern University (J.D. McGeorge, 1977) and University of San Francisco (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Joseph Meissner is a lawyer practicing business law, wills and probate, estate planning and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of San Francisco in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • John practices at Meissner Ruggles Thompson, Inc. in Sacramento, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Joseph Meissner's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

John Joseph Meissner is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

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

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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 Sacramento 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 Joseph Meissner

Where is John Joseph Meissner's law office located?
John Joseph Meissner's law practice is located in Sacramento, California. The firm is Meissner Ruggles Thompson, Inc.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Joseph Meissner handle?
John Joseph Meissner focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Joseph Meissner practiced law?
John Joseph Meissner has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did John Joseph Meissner go to law school?
John Joseph Meissner earned their education at (J.D. McGeorge, 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact John Joseph Meissner for a consultation?
You can contact John Joseph Meissner 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 Meissner received?
John Joseph Meissner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. McGeorge
Southwestern University
- 1977
B.A.
University of San Francisco
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1977

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