Atty. John P. Springgate
Law Clerk, 1984. Associate, Manoukian, Scarpello & Alling, Ltd., 1984-1990.
Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving Reno, NV · 42+ Years Experience
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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 John P. Springgate
- 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 Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John P. Springgate handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Reno.
Criminal Defense in Reno
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Family Law in Reno
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Reno
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.
Reno Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Reno-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Reno Choose John P. Springgate
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John P. Springgate's practice in the field of criminal defense and family law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John P. Springgate brings 42+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California and Nevada U.S. District Court, District of Nevada U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, John P. Springgate can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense and family law, John P. Springgate can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Reno
A Reno-based practice means John P. Springgate attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues John P. Springgate Handles in Reno
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