Atty. John Leonard
John Leonard is a lawyer practicing personal injury, labor and employment, civil rights. John received a B.A. degree from University of Dayton in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years.
Civil Rights & More Attorney · Serving Dublin, CA · 46+ Years Experience
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About John Leonard at a Glance
John Leonard is a Member based in Dublin, California, practicing at Mccarthy And Leonard. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in California (1980) and U.S. Tax Court (1980). Educated at Ohio Northern University (J.D., 1978) and University of Dayton (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Alameda County, Contra Costa County and Livermore-Amador Valley Bar Associations State Bar of California The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serves clients in Dublin, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Leonard
- John Leonard is a lawyer practicing personal injury, labor and employment, civil rights
- John received a B.A. degree from University of Dayton in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years
- John practices at McCarthy and Leonard in Dublin, CA
Practice Areas Explained
John Leonard's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Leonard handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Dublin.
Personal Injury in Dublin
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
John Leonard is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →
Employment Law in Dublin
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
John Leonard is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Civil Rights in Dublin
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
John Leonard is one of 69,634 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Dublin
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 Dublin 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.
Dublin Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Dublin-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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Dublin Choose John Leonard
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 Leonard's practice in the field of personal injury, employment, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Leonard brings 46+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California and U.S. Tax Court, John Leonard can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, employment, and civil rights, John Leonard can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Dublin
A Dublin-based practice means John Leonard 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 Leonard Handles in Dublin
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters John Leonard 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.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact John Leonard directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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