Atty. John W. Amberg

Atty. John W. Amberg

John W. Amberg is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, art law team, class and derivative actions and 6 other areas of law.

Santa Monica Santa Monica 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About John W. Amberg at a glance

John W. Amberg is a Partner based in Santa Monica, California, practicing at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on employment, business, product liability, litigation, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1980), Missouri (1981), and California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth and Federal Circuits U.S. District Court, Central, Eastern, (1983). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1979) and Princeton University (A.B., 1974). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John W. Amberg is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, art law team, class and derivative actions and 6 other areas of law
  • John received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1974, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • John practices at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP in Santa Monica, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John W. Amberg's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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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 W. Amberg

Where is John W. Amberg's law office located?
John W. Amberg's law practice is located in Santa Monica, California. The firm is Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John W. Amberg handle?
John W. Amberg focuses on employment, business, product liability, litigation, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John W. Amberg practiced law?
John W. Amberg has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did John W. Amberg go to law school?
John W. Amberg earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (A.B., 1974).
How can I contact John W. Amberg for a consultation?
You can contact John W. Amberg 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 W. Amberg received?
John W. Amberg's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1979
A.B.
Princeton University
- 1974

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1980
Missouri
Admitted: 1981
California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth and Federal Circuits U.S. District Court, Central, Eastern,
Admitted: 1983

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