Atty. John Patrick McGovern
John Patrick McGovern is a lawyer practicing employment law, discrimination law, sexual harassment law and 14 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of California at San Diego in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.
Discrimination Law & More Attorney · Serving Redwood City, CA · 42+ Years Experience
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About John Patrick McGovern at a Glance
John Patrick McGovern is an Attorney based in Redwood City, California, practicing at John Patrick McGovern. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on contracts, sexual harassment, personal injury, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in California (1984). Educated at University of California at Davis (J.D., 1984) and University of California at San Diego (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of San Diego County Bar Association State Bar of California Consumer Attorneys of San Diego Barristers Club (Director, 1988-1989, President 1989) San Diego County Superior Court Arbitration Panel. Serves clients in Redwood City, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Patrick McGovern
- John Patrick McGovern is a lawyer practicing employment law, discrimination law, sexual harassment law and 14 other areas of law
- John received a B.A. degree from University of California at San Diego in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
- John practices at John Patrick McGovern in Redwood City, CA
Practice Areas Explained
John Patrick McGovern's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Patrick McGovern handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Redwood City.
Contracts in Redwood City
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Sexual Harassment in Redwood City
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Personal Injury in Redwood City
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Employment Law in Redwood City
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
John Patrick McGovern is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in Redwood City
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Redwood City
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 Redwood City 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.
Redwood City Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Redwood City-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 Redwood City Choose John Patrick McGovern
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 McGovern's practice in the field of contracts, sexual harassment, personal injury, employment, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Patrick McGovern 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.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, sexual harassment, and personal injury, John Patrick McGovern can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Redwood City
A Redwood City-based practice means John Patrick McGovern 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 McGovern Handles in Redwood City
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact John Patrick McGovern directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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