Atty. John Podesta

Atty. John Podesta

John Podesta is a lawyer practicing insurance & reinsurance coverage, commercial litigation, general liability & casualty. John received a degree from University of San Frasncisco, and has been licensed for 35 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About John Podesta at a glance

John Podesta is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Wilson Elser. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, District of Nevada U.S. District Court, Southern, Central, Northern (1991) and Nevada (2000). Educated at University of San Francisco School of Law law (—) and University of San Frasncisco (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships & Affiliations Co-committee chair for Construction Insurance Sub-committee of the American Bar Association Insurance Coverage Litigation Committee Member, Claims and Litigation Management Alliance San Mateo County Bar Association. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John Podesta is a lawyer practicing insurance & reinsurance coverage, commercial litigation, general liability & casualty
  • John received a degree from University of San Frasncisco, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • John practices at Wilson Elser in San Francisco, CA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

John Podesta's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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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 San Francisco 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 Podesta

Where is John Podesta's law office located?
John Podesta's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Wilson Elser. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Podesta handle?
John Podesta focuses on business, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Podesta practiced law?
John Podesta has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did John Podesta go to law school?
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How can I contact John Podesta for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Podesta received?
John Podesta's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

University of San Francisco School of Law law
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University of San Frasncisco
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, District of Nevada U.S. District Court, Southern, Central, Northern
Admitted: 1991
Nevada
Admitted: 2000

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