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John David Klinedinst
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Biography
As the CEO of Klinedinst PC, John D. Klinedinst has achieved substantial success in both the legal and business community. Mr. Klinedinst has achieved Martindale-Hubbell’s highest rating for legal ability and ethical standards, and has earned a reputation for excellence throughout Southern California.
State Bar of California, California Board of Legal Specialization
Mr. Klinedinst focuses his practice on business litigation and trials, including professional liability, business litigation, and intellectual property disputes. Mr. Klinedinst has also been certified as a specialist in Legal Malpractice Law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. He has tried dozens of trials in both Federal and State Court and hundreds of arbitrations throughout the state of California.
Mr. Klinedinst, who founded the firm in 1983, is involved with many professional and educational associations in California and across the of Defense & Corporate Counsel Logo His litigation skills and business background consisting of an M.B.A. in finance and investments and working in commercial lending for several years, provide unique and valuable insight in handling business and securities litigation.
Mr. Klinedinst has been licensed to practice law since 1979.
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Licensed in California for 46 years
State: California
Acquired: 1979
No misconduct found
Location
Klinedinst PC
501 W Broadway, Ste. 1100, San Diego, CA, 92101
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Posted by John | December 17, 2009 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Intelligent, Unwavering, Committed Representation
John represented me in a suit where a former client sued me. His breadth and depth of knowledge in the law applicable to my case was impressive. He was tenacious, professional, and handled my case at both the trial and appellate levels in the most expeditious and competent manner. I cannot recommen...
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Experience
Honors
2016
San Diego Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
San Diego Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Best of the Bar, San Diego Business Journal
2014
San Diego Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
San Diego Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Top Attorney 2012, San Diego Daily Transcript
2012
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2011
Most Admired CEO of the Year, San Diego Business Journal
2011
Certified Specialist - Legal Professional Liability, State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Super Lawyers San Diego, Super Lawyers
2009
Most Admired CEO Finalist, San Diego Business Journal
2009
Top Attorney - Professional Liability, Pasadena Magazine
2009
Top Attorney, Pasadena Magazine
2009
Super Lawyers San Diego, Law & Politics Magazine
2008
Most Admired CEO Award Finalist, San Diego Business Journal
2008
Transcript 10 - Top Attorneys, San Diego Daily Transcript
2008
Super Lawyers San Diego, Law & Politics Magazine
2007
Super Lawyers San Diego, Law & Politics Magazine
2004
Who's Who in America, marquis Who's Who in American Law
2003
Honorary Member, Order of the Coif
1992
Distinguished Alumnus Award, Washington & Lee University
1971
Cum Laude, Washington and Lee University
N/A
Solon E. Summerfield Award, Phi Kappa Psi
N/A
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1986 - Present
Shareholder and CEO, Klinedinst PC
1983 - 1986
Shareholder, Klinedinst & Meiser
1981 - 1983
Partner, Whitney and Klinedinst
Associations
2009 - Present
Phi Kappa Psi EndowmentVice-Chair, Capital Campaign
2009 - Present
Council on Litigation ManagementMember
2005 - Present
USLAW NetworkMember
2003 - Present
Phi Kappa Psi EndowmentBoard of Trustees
2001 - Present
Washington & Lee UniversityBoard of Trustees
State Bar of California
Member
Los Angeles County Bar Association
Member
San Diego County Bar Association
Member
American Bar Association
Member
San Diego Defense Lawyers Association
Member
Lawyers Associated Worldwide
Member
2007 - 2008
USLAW NetworkChair, Professional Liability Section
1992 - 1995
Fairbanks Ranch Association Legal CommitteeChair
1991 - 1997
American Red Cross of San Diego and Imperial CountiesVice-Chairman
1989 - 1990
Washington and Lee Alumni AssociationChair
1980 - 1987
San Diego Dialogue of UCSDPresident
Education
1978
Washington and Lee University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1975
George Washington University
M.B.A.
1971
Washington and Lee University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Fall 2011 USLAW Network Client Conference
Jekyll & Hyde - You Don't Play Golf with the FDIC
2010
USLAW Client Conference
Change in the Economy Brings Risk
2009
USLAW Network Membership Meeting and Client Conference
Lawyers/Accountants/Agents & Brokers: The New Private Bailout Plan for Investment Losses?
2008
USLAW Network Membership Meeting and Client Conference
In-House Counsel and Insurance Claims' Criteria for Outside Counsel: A Safe Bet, Penny Ante or All In?
2005
USLAW Network Client Conference
Anatomy of a D&O Case: Critical Points Along the Timeline
Publications
2009
W&L Law
Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
2003
W&L Law: The Washington & Lee School of Law Magazine
Networking: W&L and Alumni Put Connections to Work
Languages
English