Atty. John Vandeerve

Atty. John Vandeerve

John Vandeerve is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, civil litigation. John received a B.S. degree from University of California in 1968, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Nevada City Nevada City 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About John Vandeerve at a glance

John Vandeerve is a Sr. Staff Coun., Dept. of Corrections based in Nevada City, California. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1990) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1990). Educated at McGeorge School of Law (J.D., 1990) and University of California (B.S., 1968). Serands clients in Nevada City, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Vandeerve is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, civil litigation
  • John received a B.S. degree from University of California in 1968, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • John practices in Nevada City, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Vandeerve's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Civil Litigation

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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 Nevada City 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 Vandeerve

Where is John Vandeerve's law office located?
John Vandeerve's law practice is located in Nevada City, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Vandeerve handle?
John Vandeerve focuses on criminal defense, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Vandeerve practiced law?
John Vandeerve has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did John Vandeerve go to law school?
John Vandeerve earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.S., 1968).
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Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of Law
- 1990
B.S.
University of California
- 1968

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1990

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