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John Springgate
Law Offices of John Springgate
203 S. Arlington Avenue
Reno, NV 89501
Phone: (775) 323-8881 | Fax: (775) 323-3869
http://www.springgatelaw.com
Serious Cases Need Serious People
Legal Topic
Criminal Defense
Preferred New Clients
All misdemeanors and felonies, DUI, domestic violence, drug offenses, and Federal crimes.
Sub-Categories
Criminal Defense
- Aiding, Abetting, Accessory, Conspiracy
- Appeals
- Capital Crimes/Capital Cases
- Felonies
- Grand Jury Proceedings
- Juvenile Crimes
- False Identification
- Truancy
- Misdemeanors
- Parole
- Probation
- Perjury
- Plea Negotiation
- Search & Seizure
- Victims' Rights
- Child Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- DUI
- Traffic - Moving Violations
- Expungement or Expunction
- Drug Cultivation & Manufacturing
- Drug Possession
- Intent to Distribute Drugs
- Intent to Sell Drugs
- Medical Marijuana
- Constitutional Rights Defense
- Illegal Possession or Transportation
- Other Weapons & Devices
- Bank Fraud
- Checks & Credit Cards
- Corporate Espionage & Sabotage
- Embezzlement
- Extortion
- Forgery
- Identity Theft
- Insider Trading
- Insurance Claims
- Money Laundering
- Public Offerings
- Racketeering & RICO
- Securities Fraud
- Smuggling
- Tax Evasion & Fraud
- Trade Secrets
- Wire Transfer
- Arson
- Burglary
- Embezzlement
- Larceny
- Shoplifting
- Theft
- Trespass
- Vandalism
- Abduction
- Child Abuse
- Child Pornography
- Indecent Exposure
- Prostitution, Solicitation, & Pandering
- Rape
- Sexual Assault
- Stalking
- Trafficking in Women
- Assault & Battery
- Domestic Violence
- Extortion
- Kidnapping
- Manslaughter
- Murder
- Robbery
Bar Admissions
NV, Sep 1985
Bar Number: 1350
Other Court Admissions
California (1984), Nevada (1985), U.S. District Court (1984), and Ninth Circuit (1984).
Association Memberships
State Bar of Nevada, State Bar of California, Nevada Attorneys for Criminal Justice, and National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
Continuing Education
I attend seminars in criminal law and family law. I have lectured in both areas, and most recently lectured to the limited jurisdiction judges on updates in criminal law.
Example Cases
I have had two jury trials this year, ranging from murder with a deadly weapon to a grand larceny. The larceny case resulted in a not guilty verdict. Cases have been tried on various misdemeanors as well.
Education
Degree:
Juris Doctor
School:
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
City:
Sacramento
State:
CA
Year:
1984
Honors:
Traynor Honor Society
Focus and Accomplishments:
Supervising student for legal clinic on campus.
Degree:
Bachelor of Arts
School:
University of California
City:
Davis
State:
CA
Year:
1981
Focus and Accomplishments:
Fencing Team.
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
Nevada
Firm Focus and History
We focus on representing citizens who have been accused of committing crimes. This can be the most stressful period of their lives, and they need an attorney who will fight for them, and give them straight answers.
I started my firm in 1990, in Reno, and then went into partnership with John Ohlson, Esq., until 2003. I have been at this location, again in solo practice, since then.
Previous Employment Summary
I worked for a firm at Lake Tahoe from 1985 to 1990, doing general civil trial practice, personal injury work, and civil defense. Prior to that, I was a law clerk in Douglas County, Nevada, for a year.
Activities and Awards
AV- rated by Martindale-Hubbell; Death Penalty trial qualified; Lecturer in criminal law, domestic law, and ethics; and Judge Pro Tem for Reno Municipal Court.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
Educating yourself is always a great place to start. However, in criminal cases, knowledge of the prosecutor and the judge is critical, and has to be used in conjunction with the "letter of the law."
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
Not really applicable to this area.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
Not in the criminal area. I think it is a mistake even for a lawyer to represent themselves on a criminal matter. You need the objectivity that another person brings to it.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
People say that lawyers "think backwards," that is, we work from a desired conclusion backwards to get the facts we need to support that result. I did that well, and enjoy a certain facility with reading and writing English. A love of history and logical reasoning lead me to study law.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
It is the accumulation of all the experiences over time. I've been doing this for 25 years, and every time I think I've seen it all, I've been wrong.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
My former partner asked me to help him with a murder case shortly after we started working together. I was hooked from there. No other area gets right to the heart of what makes people tick as well as criminal practice. It's exciting, it's interesting, and you get to go to court.
What do you like best about your career?
I'm typically in court three days a week. Being on my feet, asking questions, arguing with a prosecutor or judge is as good as it gets.
Tell us about your law firm:
My office consists of me and my assistant. Everyone deals with me, and when I'm not available, you are dealing with a person intimately aware of your case.
What are your strengths and style?
We're not afraid to go to court.
Personal Interests:
I am a competitive fencer and occasional fisherman.
Office Manager/Assistant
Linda
Fax
(775) 323-3869
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
No
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
Most cases are handled on a fixed price basis. We will break the fee up into components on a larger case, for example, through preliminary hearing, or until trial.
Hourly Rates
$300.
Free Initial Consultation?
There is always a free consultation on criminal matters. Many initial contacts can be handled on the phone.
Typical Retainer
No, it depends on the nature of the case, and the type of work involved.
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