Atty. John Robertson McHale

Atty. John Robertson McHale

John Robertson McHale is a lawyer practicing business law, securities, entertainment. John received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Santa Monica Santa Monica 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About John Robertson McHale at a glance

John Robertson McHale is a Member based in Santa Monica, California, practicing at John R Mchale. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on business, securities, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in California (1985). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1985) and Stanford University (A.B., 1982). Active member of State Bar of California. Serands clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Robertson McHale is a lawyer practicing business law, securities, entertainment
  • John received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • John practices at John R. McHale in Santa Monica, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Robertson McHale's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Robertson McHale 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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Securities Law

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Entertainment & Sports 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 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

Common questions about John Robertson McHale

Where is John Robertson McHale's law office located?
John Robertson McHale's law practice is located in Santa Monica, California. The firm is John R Mchale. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Robertson McHale handle?
John Robertson McHale focuses on business, securities, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Robertson McHale practiced law?
John Robertson McHale has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did John Robertson McHale go to law school?
John Robertson McHale earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (A.B., 1982).
How can I contact John Robertson McHale for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1985
A.B.
Stanford University
- 1982

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1985

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