Atty. Richard Johnston

Atty. Richard Johnston

Richard Johnston is a lawyer practicing insurance and employee benefits, erisa claims, labor & employment and 6 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years.

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Profile Summary

About Richard Johnston at a glance

Richard Johnston is a Member based in Santa Rosa, California, practicing at Johnston Law Office. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on contracts, employment, litigation, insurance, and appellate. Admitted to practice in California (1986) and U.S. District Court, Northern, Central and Eastern Districts of California and U.S. Court of Appeals (1986). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 1986) and University of California at Santa Barbara (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Santa Rosa, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard Johnston is a lawyer practicing insurance and employee benefits, erisa claims, labor & employment and 6 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Richard practices at Johnston Law Office in Santa Rosa, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Johnston's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Employment Law

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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Appellate Practice

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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 Rosa 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 Richard Johnston

Where is Richard Johnston's law office located?
Richard Johnston's law practice is located in Santa Rosa, California. The firm is Johnston Law Office. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Johnston handle?
Richard Johnston focuses on contracts, employment, litigation, insurance, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Richard Johnston practiced law?
Richard Johnston has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Richard Johnston go to law school?
Richard Johnston earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Richard Johnston for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard Johnston received?
Richard Johnston's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
- 1986
B.A.
University of California at Santa Barbara
- 1982

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Northern, Central and Eastern Districts of California and U.S. Court of Appeals
Admitted: 1986

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