Atty. John Paul Kennedy

Atty. John Paul Kennedy

Mr. John Paul Kennedy is a lawyer practicing indian affairs law, labor relations law, employment law and 5 other areas of law.

Salt Lake City Salt Lake City 60 yrs experience 60 year
Call (801) 323-5000 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John Paul Kennedy at a glance

John Paul Kennedy is a Dist. J. based in Salt Lake City, Utah. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1966), Utah (1972), and U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia, Seventh, Ninth and Tenth Circuits a (1972). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1966) and Harvard University (A.B., 1963). Serands clients in Salt Lake City, UT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. John Paul Kennedy is a lawyer practicing indian affairs law, labor relations law, employment law and 5 other areas of law
  • John Paul received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1963, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • John Paul practices in Salt Lake City, UT

Practice Areas Explained

John Paul Kennedy's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Utah

Practicing law in Utah. Legal matters in Utah are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Salt Lake City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Utah state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Utah 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 Utah courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Paul Kennedy

Where is John Paul Kennedy's law office located?
John Paul Kennedy's law practice is located in Salt Lake City, Utah. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Paul Kennedy handle?
John Paul Kennedy focuses on employment, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Utah.
How long has John Paul Kennedy practiced law?
John Paul Kennedy has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did John Paul Kennedy go to law school?
John Paul Kennedy earned their education at (J.D., 1966); (A.B., 1963).
How can I contact John Paul Kennedy for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1966
A.B.
Harvard University
- 1963

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1966
Utah
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia, Seventh, Ninth and Tenth Circuits a
Admitted: 1972

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