Atty. John S. Gibson

Atty. John S. Gibson

John S. Gibson is a lawyer practicing ucl and privacy, antitrust & trade regulation, antitrust & unfair competition and 3 other areas of law.

Irvine Irvine 39 Years Experience 39 year
Call (949) 850-6786

Profile Summary

About John S. Gibson at a glance

John S. Gibson is a Partner based in Irvine, California, practicing at Crowell & Moring LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on ip, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1987) and California (1989). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1986) and Harvard University (A.B., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John S. Gibson is a lawyer practicing ucl and privacy, antitrust & trade regulation, antitrust & unfair competition and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • John practices at Crowell & Moring LLP in Irvine, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John S. Gibson's Areas of Practice

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

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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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 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 venue, 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 S. Gibson

Where is John S. Gibson's law office located?
John S. Gibson's law practice is located in Irvine, California. The firm is Crowell & Moring LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John S. Gibson handle?
John S. Gibson focuses on ip, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John S. Gibson practiced law?
John S. Gibson has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did John S. Gibson go to law school?
John S. Gibson earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (A.B., 1982).
How can I contact John S. Gibson for a consultation?
You can contact John S. Gibson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John S. Gibson received?
John S. Gibson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1986
A.B.
Harvard University
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1987
California
Admitted: 1989

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