John Adam Holman, General Attorney in San Anselmo, California
Over 31 years of legal practice · focused on General, Litigation, and Personal Injury
Contract Atty.
San Anselmo, CA
Practicing general in San Anselmo since 1995.
- 31+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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John Adam Holman is a contract atty. based in San Anselmo, CA. The practice focuses on General, Litigation, and Personal Injury. John has over 31 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- San Anselmo, CA
- Experience
- over 31 years
- Known for
- General · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles General, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from San Anselmo, CA.
- Over 31 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About John Adam Holman: John Adam Holman is a contract atty. based in San Anselmo, CA. The practice focuses on General, Litigation, and Personal Injury. John has over 31 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
John's practice areas in San Anselmo
John concentrates on general, litigation, personal injury, slip & fall, and wrongful termination. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Slip & Fall
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Wrongful Termination
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General cases in San Anselmo, California
John takes general matters in San Anselmo, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in San Anselmo, California
John takes litigation matters in San Anselmo, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in San Anselmo, California
John takes personal injury matters in San Anselmo, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Slip & Fall cases in San Anselmo, California
John takes slip & fall matters in San Anselmo, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Wrongful Termination cases in San Anselmo, California
John takes wrongful termination matters in San Anselmo, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Biography
John Adam Holman, general attorney serving San Anselmo
John Adam Holman is a contract atty. based in San Anselmo, CA. The practice focuses on General, Litigation, and Personal Injury. John has over 31 years of legal experience. John works from San Anselmo, California and takes on general matters across the region.
John Adam Holman is a lawyer practicing toxic torts, personal injury, ethics & professional responsibility and 5 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1987, and has been licensed for 31 years. John practices in San Anselmo, CA.
John's approach to general cases
John Adam Holman is a lawyer practicing toxic torts, personal injury, ethics & professional responsibility and 5 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1987, and has been licensed for 31 years. John practices in San Anselmo, CA.
The kind of cases John takes
John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, litigation, and personal injury matters in San Anselmo and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where John studied and practices
Golden Gate University School of Law
J.D. · 1994
University of California at Los Angeles
B.A. Political · 1987
Jurisdictions
John's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1995 · ACTIVE
California
1995 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1995 · ACTIVE
John studied at J.D. in Golden Gate University School of Law and B.A. Political in University of California at Los Angeles.
Law school and academic background
John completed J.D. in Golden Gate University School of Law and B.A. Political in University of California at Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
John's professional memberships and bar associations
Marin County Bar Association Bar Association of San Francisco State Bar of California
membership
Locations
Office locations for John Adam Holman in San Anselmo, California
John's primary office is at San Anselmo, CA, 94979. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire John Adam Holman — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with John usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
John charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; John will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in San Anselmo, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for John
John discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
John's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about John Adam Holman
How much does it cost to hire John for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. John walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does John offer a free consultation?
John charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check John's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in California typically take?
Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. John gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can John take my case if I'm outside San Anselmo?
John is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — John will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with John?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. John will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is John accepting new general clients right now?
John's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
General attorneys serving San Anselmo, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
John handles general matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified general attorneys in that community.
- San Anselmo180 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
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