Atty. John Patrick Petrullo
John Patrick Petrullo is a lawyer practicing corporate litigation, securities fraud, products liability defense and 8 other areas of law. John received a M.A. degree from New York University in 1982, and has been licensed for 38 years.
Corporate Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 38+ Years Experience
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About John Patrick Petrullo at a Glance
John Patrick Petrullo is a Trial Lawyer based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Petrullo Llp. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on employment, business, class action, white collar, and product liability. Admitted to practice in California (1988), U.S. District Court, Central District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second and Ninth Circ (1988), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1992), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1999). Educated at Whittier College School of Law (J.D., 1988) and New York University (M.A. State, 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Patrick Petrullo
- John Patrick Petrullo is a lawyer practicing corporate litigation, securities fraud, products liability defense and 8 other areas of law
- John received a M.A. degree from New York University in 1982, and has been licensed for 38 years
- John practices at Petrullo LLP in Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas Explained
John Patrick Petrullo's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Patrick Petrullo handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Employment Law in Los Angeles
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business & Corporate Law in Los Angeles
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Class Action in Los Angeles
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White Collar Crimes in Los Angeles
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Product Liability in Los Angeles
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
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 Angeles 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 Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-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 Angeles Choose John Patrick Petrullo
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 Petrullo's practice in the field of employment, business, class action, white collar, and product liability.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Patrick Petrullo brings 38+ 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, U.S. District Court, Central District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second and Ninth Circ, and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, John Patrick Petrullo can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and class action, John Patrick Petrullo can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means John Patrick Petrullo 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 Petrullo Handles in Los Angeles
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