Atty. John Lawrence Fields

Atty. John Lawrence Fields

John Lawrence Fields is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, insurance defense, worker's compensation and 3 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from California State University at Fullerton in 1980, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Sacramento Sacramento 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Insurance Defense & More Attorney · Serving Sacramento, CA · 32+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About John Lawrence Fields at a Glance

John Lawrence Fields is an Attorney based in Sacramento, California, practicing at Cuneo Black Ward & Missler. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on workers comp, litigation, insurance, and adr. Admitted to practice in California (1994). Educated at McGeorge School of Law (J.D., 1985) and California State University at Fullerton (B.A., 1980). Serves clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About John Lawrence Fields

  • John Lawrence Fields is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, insurance defense, worker's compensation and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from California State University at Fullerton in 1980, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • John practices at Cuneo Black Ward & Missler in Sacramento, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Lawrence Fields's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Lawrence Fields handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Sacramento.

Workers Compensation in Sacramento

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Civil Litigation in Sacramento

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

John Lawrence Fields is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

Insurance Law in Sacramento

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

John Lawrence Fields is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in California →

Mediation & Arbitration in Sacramento

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

John Lawrence Fields is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Sacramento

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 venue, 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.

Sacramento Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Sacramento-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.

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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About John Lawrence Fields

Where is John Lawrence Fields's law office located?
John Lawrence Fields's law practice is located in Sacramento, California. The firm is Cuneo Black Ward & Missler. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Lawrence Fields handle?
John Lawrence Fields focuses on workers comp, litigation, insurance, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Lawrence Fields practiced law?
John Lawrence Fields has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did John Lawrence Fields go to law school?
John Lawrence Fields earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact John Lawrence Fields for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Sacramento Choose John Lawrence Fields

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John Lawrence Fields's practice in the field of workers comp, litigation, insurance, and adr.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

John Lawrence Fields brings 32+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering workers comp, litigation, and insurance, John Lawrence Fields can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Sacramento

A Sacramento-based practice means John Lawrence Fields attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues John Lawrence Fields Handles in Sacramento

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters John Lawrence Fields has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Work-related injury claims
Workers Comp
Occupational disease benefits
Workers Comp
Employer retaliation
Workers Comp
Disability rating disputes
Workers Comp

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact John Lawrence Fields directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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How People Find John Lawrence Fields Online

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John Lawrence Fields's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

J.D.
McGeorge School of Law
- 1985
B.A.
California State University at Fullerton
- 1980

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

California
Admitted: 1994

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