Atty. John P. Springgate

Atty. John P. Springgate

Law Clerk, 1984. Associate, Manoukian, Scarpello & Alling, Ltd., 1984-1990.

Reno Reno 42 Years Experience 42 year
Call (775) 636-6794

Profile Summary

About John P. Springgate at a glance

John P. Springgate is a Member based in Reno, Nevada, practicing at Silverman Kattelman Springgate, Chartered. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and family law. Admitted to practice in California (1984) and Nevada U.S. District Court, District of Nevada U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1985). Educated at McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific (J.D., 1984) and University of California at Davis (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Washoe County and Douglas County (President, 1988) Bar Associations State Bar of Nevada State Bar of California National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Nevada Attorneys for Criminal Justice. Serves clients in Reno, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Law Clerk, 1984
  • Associate, Manoukian, Scarpello & Alling, Ltd., 1984-1990
  • Partner, Ohlson & Springgate, 1990-2003
  • Member, Northern Nevada Disciplinary Panel, 1993-2002
  • Member, Washoe County Family Court Bench-Bar Committee, 2003-current
  • Death Penalty trial qualified
  • Special Prosecutor, City of Reno, 2005
  • Judge Pro Tem, Reno Municipal Court, 2007-current
  • Washoe County Alternate Public Defender Selection Committee, 2007
  • Lecturer in Domestic Relations, 2005, Ethics, 2004 & 2005, Limited Jurisdiction Judges' Seminar, 2007

Practice Areas Explained

John P. Springgate's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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Practicing law in Nevada. Legal matters in Nevada are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Reno are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Nevada state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Nevada 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 Nevada courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John P. Springgate

Where is John P. Springgate's law office located?
John P. Springgate's law practice is located in Reno, Nevada. The firm is Silverman Kattelman Springgate, Chartered. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John P. Springgate handle?
John P. Springgate focuses on criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nevada.
How long has John P. Springgate practiced law?
John P. Springgate has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did John P. Springgate go to law school?
John P. Springgate earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact John P. Springgate for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John P. Springgate received?
John P. Springgate's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
- 1984
B.A.
University of California at Davis
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1984
Nevada U.S. District Court, District of Nevada U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1985

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