Atty. John Phillip Sharkey

Atty. John Phillip Sharkey

John Phillip Sharkey is a lawyer practicing negotiation and drafting of real property leases, business law, real property law. John received a B.A. degree from University of South Carolina in 1976, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Santa Monica Santa Monica 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About John Phillip Sharkey at a glance

John Phillip Sharkey is a Douglas Emmett Inc. based in Santa Monica, California. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on business and real estate. Admitted to practice in California (1991). Educated at Southwestern University (J.D., 1991) and University of South Carolina (B.A., 1976). Serands clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Phillip Sharkey is a lawyer practicing negotiation and drafting of real property leases, business law, real property law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of South Carolina in 1976, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • John practices in Santa Monica, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Phillip Sharkey's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

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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 Santa Monica 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

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Where is John Phillip Sharkey's law office located?
John Phillip Sharkey's law practice is located in Santa Monica, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Phillip Sharkey handle?
John Phillip Sharkey focuses on business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Phillip Sharkey practiced law?
John Phillip Sharkey has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did John Phillip Sharkey go to law school?
John Phillip Sharkey earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1976).
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Education

J.D.
Southwestern University
- 1991
B.A.
University of South Carolina
- 1976

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1991

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