Atty. John Michael Burns
John Michael Burns is a lawyer practicing energy regulation, business law, public utilities and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.S.C.E. degree from Worcester Polytechnic Institute in 1968, and has been licensed for 50 years.
Profile Summary
About John Michael Burns at a glance
John Michael Burns is a business, m&a, litigation, and energy attorney based in San Diego, California. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in California (1976). Educated at University of San Diego (J.D., 1976) and Worcester Polytechnic Institute (B.S.C.E., 1968). Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Want to Get Service From This Attorney?
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About
- John Michael Burns is a lawyer practicing energy regulation, business law, public utilities and 2 other areas of law
- John received a B.S.C.E. degree from Worcester Polytechnic Institute in 1968, and has been licensed for 50 years
- John practices in San Diego, CA
Practice Areas Explained
John Michael Burns's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Michael Burns handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
John Michael Burns is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
John Michael Burns is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in California →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
John Michael Burns is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →
Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
John Michael Burns is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy 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 San Diego 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.
Looking for additional California attorneys? Browse all attorneys in San Diego or all attorneys in California.
Frequently Asked
Common questions about John Michael Burns
Where is John Michael Burns's law office located?
What practice areas does John Michael Burns handle?
How long has John Michael Burns practiced law?
Where did John Michael Burns go to law school?
How can I contact John Michael Burns for a consultation?
Practice Areas
Education
Bar Admissions
Reviews
No reviews yet.