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About John P. Given at a glance
John P. Given is a zoning, litigation, and appellate attorney based in Santa Monica, California. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Admitted to practice in California (2010) and Maine (2015). Educated at Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, CA Berklee Coll of Music, Boston, MA (—). Serves clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. John P. Given is a lawyer practicing litigation, land use & zoning, general practice and 1 other area of law
- John received a degree from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, CA, and has been licensed for 16 years
- John practices in Santa Monica, CA
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John P. Given handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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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 Santa Monica 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.
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