Atty. John Ralph McDougall

Atty. John Ralph McDougall

John Ralph McDougall is a lawyer practicing felonies, driving while intoxicated, traffic violations and 1 other area of law. John received a A.B. degree from Columbia University, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Berkeley Berkeley 54 yrs experience 54 year
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About John Ralph McDougall at a glance

John Ralph McDougall is a Member based in Berkeley, California, practicing at Law Office Of John Mcdougall. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, and traffic. Admitted to practice in California (1972). Educated at Cornell University J.D. (—) and Columbia University A.B. (—). Serands clients in Berkeley, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Ralph McDougall is a lawyer practicing felonies, driving while intoxicated, traffic violations and 1 other area of law
  • John received a A.B. degree from Columbia University, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • John practices at Law Office of John Mcdougall in Berkeley, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Ralph McDougall's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Traffic Violations

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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 Berkeley 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 Ralph McDougall's law office located?
John Ralph McDougall's law practice is located in Berkeley, California. The firm is Law Office Of John Mcdougall. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Ralph McDougall handle?
John Ralph McDougall focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, traffic. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Ralph McDougall practiced law?
John Ralph McDougall has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
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Education

Cornell University J.D.
- In Progress
Columbia University A.B.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1972

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