Atty. John M. Drath

Atty. John M. Drath

John M. Drath is a lawyer practicing professional liability defense, personal injury defense, complex litigation and 2 other areas of law.

Emeryville Emeryville 56 yrs experience 56 year
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Profile Summary

About John M. Drath at a glance

John M. Drath is a personal injury, litigation, and adr attorney based in Emeryville, California. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Admitted to practice in California (1970), Colorado (1971), and Montana (1993). Educated at University of San Francisco (J.D., 1969) and University of Washington (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California Northern California Association of Defense Counsel (President, 1992-1993) Defense Research Institute American Board of Trial Advocates Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel. Serands clients in Emeryville, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John M. Drath is a lawyer practicing professional liability defense, personal injury defense, complex litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 1965, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • John practices in Emeryville, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John M. Drath's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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 M. Drath is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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

John M. Drath is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

Mediation & Arbitration

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

John M. Drath is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in California →

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 Emeryville 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 M. Drath

Where is John M. Drath's law office located?
John M. Drath's law practice is located in Emeryville, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John M. Drath handle?
John M. Drath focuses on personal injury, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John M. Drath practiced law?
John M. Drath has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did John M. Drath go to law school?
John M. Drath earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.A., 1965).
How can I contact John M. Drath for a consultation?
You can contact John M. Drath 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 M. Drath received?
John M. Drath's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of San Francisco
- 1969
B.A.
University of Washington
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1970
Colorado
Admitted: 1971
Montana
Admitted: 1993

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