John Gormley, originally from Summit Hill, Pennsylvania, holds a B.A. in political science from Susquehanna University and a J.D. from Duquesne University. Since joining the State Bar of Nevada in 1979, he has also been a part of the Pennsylvania Bar and is admitted to practice before several federal courts, including the United States Supreme Court. His leadership within the firm is reinforced by his past experience as a captain in the U.S. Marine Corps JAG Division, where he acquired extensive trial experience. Renowned for his foresight and tenacity in trial preparation, John is skilled in civil litigation, focusing on legal malpractice, products liability, and civil rights cases. He has served as lead defense counsel in high-profile cases, such as the Navy Tailhook litigation. A certified civil trial advocate, John is a dedicated member of the American Board of Trial Advocates. Beyond his legal work, he is deeply involved in education and community service, contributing to youth athletics, school activities, and pro bono programs.
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Bar Admission & MembershipsAdmissions1974, Pennsylvania
1975, U.S. Court of Military Appeals
1979, Nevada
1979, U.S. District Court, District of Nevada
1981, U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
MembershipsClark County, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations
State Bar of Nevada
Nevada Trial Lawyers Association
The Association of Trial Lawyers of America
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Education & CertificationsLaw SchoolDuquesne University
Class of 1974
J.D.
Other EducationSusquehanna University
Class of 1971
B.A.
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Military ServiceCapt., JAG, USMC, 1974-1978
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Personal Details & HistoryAgeBorn in 1949
Summit Hill, Pennsylvania, April 1, 1949
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What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?John E. Gormley was admitted in 1974 to the State of Pennsylvania.
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Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?John E. Gormley is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces, United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit and United States District Court for the District of Nevada.
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What law school did this attorney attend?John E. Gormley attended Duquesne University.
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What year was this attorney's law firm established?The Law Offices of Olson Cannon & Gormley was established in 1960.