Atty. Jon Eric Gavenman

Atty. Jon Eric Gavenman

Jon Eric Gavenman is a lawyer practicing corporate, emerging companies, software and 7 other areas of law. Jon received a B.A. degree from Pomona College in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About Jon Eric Gavenman at a glance

Jon Eric Gavenman is an Attorney based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Cooley LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on employment, business, m&a, and securities. Admitted to practice in California (1991) and Connecticut (2003). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 1991) and Pomona College (B.A. Mathematical, 1988). Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jon Eric Gavenman is a lawyer practicing corporate, emerging companies, software and 7 other areas of law
  • Jon received a B.A. degree from Pomona College in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Jon practices at Cooley LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Jon Eric Gavenman's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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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 Jon Eric Gavenman

Where is Jon Eric Gavenman's law office located?
Jon Eric Gavenman'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 Jon Eric Gavenman handle?
Jon Eric Gavenman focuses on employment, business, m&a, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Jon Eric Gavenman practiced law?
Jon Eric Gavenman has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Jon Eric Gavenman go to law school?
Jon Eric Gavenman earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A. Mathematical, 1988).
How can I contact Jon Eric Gavenman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
- 1991
B.A. Mathematical
Pomona College
- 1988

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1991
Connecticut
Admitted: 2003

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