Atty. John Paul Henderson

Atty. John Paul Henderson

John Paul Henderson is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, business, real estate and 3 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Lafayette Lafayette 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About John Paul Henderson at a glance

John Paul Henderson is a Member based in Lafayette, California, practicing at Law Office Of John P Henderson. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on personal injury, estate planning, employment, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1986). Educated at McGeorge School of Law (J.D., 1986) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Placer County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California Association of Northern California Insurance Defense Counsel. Serands clients in Lafayette, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Paul Henderson is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, business, real estate and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • John practices at Law Office of John P. Henderson in Lafayette, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Paul Henderson's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

John Paul Henderson is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

John Paul Henderson is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

John Paul Henderson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

John Paul Henderson is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 Lafayette 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Paul Henderson

Where is John Paul Henderson's law office located?
John Paul Henderson's law practice is located in Lafayette, California. The firm is Law Office Of John P Henderson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Paul Henderson handle?
John Paul Henderson focuses on personal injury, estate planning, employment, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Paul Henderson practiced law?
John Paul Henderson has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did John Paul Henderson go to law school?
John Paul Henderson earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact John Paul Henderson for a consultation?
You can contact John Paul Henderson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John Paul Henderson received?
John Paul Henderson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of Law
- 1986
B.A.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1986

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