Atty. John Thomas McKenna

Atty. John Thomas McKenna

John Thomas McKenna is a lawyer practicing securities offerings, emerging growth companies, public offerings and 1 other area of law. John received a B.S. degree from California Polytechnic State University in 1989, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About John Thomas McKenna at a glance

John Thomas McKenna is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Cooley LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on business and securities. Admitted to practice in California (1996). Educated at Boston University (J.D., 1996) and California Polytechnic State University (B.S., 1989). Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Thomas McKenna is a lawyer practicing securities offerings, emerging growth companies, public offerings and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from California Polytechnic State University in 1989, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • John practices at Cooley LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Thomas McKenna's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Thomas McKenna 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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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 Palo Alto 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 Thomas McKenna

Where is John Thomas McKenna's law office located?
John Thomas McKenna's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Cooley LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Thomas McKenna handle?
John Thomas McKenna focuses on business, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Thomas McKenna practiced law?
John Thomas McKenna has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did John Thomas McKenna go to law school?
John Thomas McKenna earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.S., 1989).
How can I contact John Thomas McKenna for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Boston University
- 1996
B.S.
California Polytechnic State University
- 1989

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1996

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