Atty. John Peter Schaedel
John Peter Schaedel is a lawyer practicing automotive, employment law, gig economy and 5 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years.
Automotive & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 31+ Years Experience
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About John Peter Schaedel at a Glance
John Peter Schaedel is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on employment, wage & hour, litigation, and elder law. Admitted to practice in California (1995), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1995), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1995). Educated at University of California at Los Angeles (J.D., 1995) and Cornell University (B.S., 1992). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Los Angeles County (Sections on: Labor and Employment Law Small Firms) and Pasadena Bar Association. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Peter Schaedel
- John Peter Schaedel is a lawyer practicing automotive, employment law, gig economy and 5 other areas of law
- John received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
- John practices in Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas Explained
John Peter Schaedel's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Peter Schaedel 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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Wage & Hour Disputes in Los Angeles
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Civil Litigation in Los Angeles
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Elder Law in Los Angeles
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
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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 Peter Schaedel
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 Peter Schaedel's practice in the field of employment, wage & hour, litigation, and elder law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Peter Schaedel brings 31+ 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, Ninth Circuit, John Peter Schaedel can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, wage & hour, and litigation, John Peter Schaedel 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 Peter Schaedel 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 Peter Schaedel Handles in Los Angeles
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