Atty. John Michael Whelan

Atty. John Michael Whelan

John Michael Whelan is a lawyer practicing litigation. John received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1983, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 32 yrs experience 32 year
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About John Michael Whelan at a glance

John Michael Whelan is a Special Counsel based in Los Angeles, California. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1994). Educated at University of Southern California (J.D., 1994) and University of Michigan (B.A. Webster, 1983). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Michael Whelan is a lawyer practicing litigation
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1983, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • John practices in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Michael Whelan's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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

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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 Los Angeles 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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Where is John Michael Whelan's law office located?
John Michael Whelan's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Michael Whelan handle?
John Michael Whelan focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Michael Whelan practiced law?
John Michael Whelan has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did John Michael Whelan go to law school?
John Michael Whelan earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A. Webster, 1983).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Southern California
- 1994
B.A. Webster
University of Michigan
- 1983

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1994

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