Atty. John Stephen Janofsky

Atty. John Stephen Janofsky

Mr. John Stephen Janofsky is a lawyer practicing asbestos litigation, products liability, commercial & insurance and 5 other areas of law.

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About John Stephen Janofsky at a glance

John Stephen Janofsky is a personal injury, employment, business, product liability, and litigation attorney based in Palos Verdes Estates, California. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Admitted to practice in California (1977). Educated at McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific, Sacramento, California (J.D., 1976) and University of California, Berkeley, California (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Palos Verdes Estates, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. John Stephen Janofsky is a lawyer practicing asbestos litigation, products liability, commercial & insurance and 5 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley, California in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • John practices in Palos Verdes Estates, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Stephen Janofsky's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

John Stephen Janofsky is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

John Stephen Janofsky is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

John Stephen Janofsky is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Product Liability

John Stephen Janofsky is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

John Stephen Janofsky is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

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 Palos Verdes Estates 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 Stephen Janofsky

Where is John Stephen Janofsky's law office located?
John Stephen Janofsky's law practice is located in Palos Verdes Estates, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Stephen Janofsky handle?
John Stephen Janofsky focuses on personal injury, employment, business, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Stephen Janofsky practiced law?
John Stephen Janofsky has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did John Stephen Janofsky go to law school?
John Stephen Janofsky earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact John Stephen Janofsky for a consultation?
You can contact John Stephen Janofsky 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 Stephen Janofsky received?
John Stephen Janofsky's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific, Sacramento, California
- 1976
B.A.
University of California, Berkeley, California
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1977

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