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Atty. John R. MacDowell

Atty. John R. MacDowell

Author: California Association of Community Managers Law Journal; "OC View Magazine," Community Association Institute. Recipient: Community Associations Institute Orange County Chapter May Russell Hall of Fame Award, Ellen Ellish Award, President's Award.

Irvine Irvine 43 Years Experience 43 year
Call (949) 805-3058 Email

Profile Summary

About John R. MacDowell at a glance

John R. MacDowell is a Shareholder based in Irvine, California, practforg at Fiore Racobs And Powers A Professional Law Corporation. They haand 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in California (1983). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1983) and Pomona College (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of Orange County Bar Association State Bar of California. Serands clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile ยท Updated June 2026

About

Author

  • California Association of Community Managers Law Journal
  • "OC View Magazine," Community Association Institute

Recipient

  • Community Associations Institute Orange County Chapter May Russell Hall of Fame Award, Ellen Ellish Award, President's Award
  • Instructor, Community Industry Training Programs, Community Association Institute, Orange County Regional Chapter
  • City of Santa Ana Planning Commission, 1996-1998
  • Community Association Institute (Past President, Orange County Regional Chapter; Liaison, California Legislative Action Committee)
  • California Association of Community Managers (Faculty Member)

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practforg law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Irvine 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 substantiand 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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Where is John R. MacDowell's law office located?
John R. MacDowell's law practice is located in Irvine, California. The firm is Fiore Racobs And Powers A Professional Law Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has John R. MacDowell practiced law?
John R. MacDowell has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did John R. MacDowell go to law school?
John R. MacDowell earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1979).
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What awards or recognition has John R. MacDowell receiandd?
John R. MacDowell's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1983
B.A.
Pomona College
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1983

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