Atty. John Patrick McDonnell
John Patrick McDonnell is a lawyer practicing ethics & professional responsibility, tax, business and 2 other areas of law. John received a degree from New York University in 1978, and has been licensed for 49 years.
Business & More Attorney · Serving Los Altos, CA · 49+ Years Experience
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About John Patrick McDonnell at a Glance
John Patrick McDonnell is a Member based in Los Altos, California, practicing at Myers Hawley Morley Myers And Mcdonnell. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, tax, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1977). Educated at New York University (LL.M., 1978) and Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California (J.D., 1977). Active member of State Bar of California. Serves clients in Los Altos, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Patrick McDonnell
- John Patrick McDonnell is a lawyer practicing ethics & professional responsibility, tax, business and 2 other areas of law
- John received a degree from New York University in 1978, and has been licensed for 49 years
- John practices at Myers, Hawley, Morley, Myers & McDonnell in Los Altos, CA
Practice Areas Explained
John Patrick McDonnell's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Patrick McDonnell handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Altos.
Estate Planning & Probate in Los Altos
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
John Patrick McDonnell is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in Los Altos
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
John Patrick McDonnell is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Tax Law in Los Altos
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
John Patrick McDonnell is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in California →
Civil Litigation in Los Altos
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
John Patrick McDonnell is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Altos
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 Altos 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.
Los Altos Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Altos-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 Los Altos Choose John Patrick McDonnell
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 Patrick McDonnell's practice in the field of estate planning, business, tax, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Patrick McDonnell brings 49+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering estate planning, business, and tax, John Patrick McDonnell can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Altos
A Los Altos-based practice means John Patrick McDonnell 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 Patrick McDonnell Handles in Los Altos
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters John Patrick McDonnell has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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