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As the CEO of KLINEDINST PC, John D. Klinedinst has achieved substantial success in both the legal and business community. John has achieved Martindale-Hubbell's highest rating for legal ability and ethical standards, and has earned a reputation for excellence throughout Southern California. John focuses his practice on business litigation and trials, including professional liability, business litigation, and intellectual property disputes. He has tried dozens of trials in both Federal and State Court and hundreds of arbitrations throughout the state of California. John, who founded the firm in 1983, is involved with many professional and educational associations in California and across the country. 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. John has been licensed to practice law since 1979. Professional and Community Affiliations State Bar of California Los Angeles and San Diego County Bar Associations American Bar Association (sections on Professional Liability, Litigation, and Intellectual Property) USLAW Network, Chair of Professional Liability Section (2007) Washington & Lee University, Board of Trustees (2001-2010) Washington & Lee Alumni Association, Board of Directors (1986-1990), Vice-President (1988-1989), President (1989-1990) Washington & Lee University School of Law, Law Council (1991-2002) Phi Kappa Psi Endowment, Board of Trustees (2003-Present) Phi Kappa Psi California Lambda Housing Corporation, President at San Diego State University Vistage (Formerly TEC) ABA Standing Committee on Legal Professional Liability Professional Liability Underwriting Society Campaign Cabinet for Washington & Lee University Phi Kappa Psi Lawyers Associated Worldwide Recognition and Awards Recognized in the San Diego edition of Super Lawyers® in the following areas of practice: Business/Corporate, Intellectual Property Litigation, and Professional Liability: Defense (2007, 2008, 2009, and 2010) Most Admired CEO Award Finalist, San Diego Business Journal (2008, 2009, 2010) Recognized as a "Top Attorney" by Pasadena Magazine (2009) Honored as a Transcript 10? by the San Diego Daily Transcript Top Attorneys (2008) Order of the Coif, Honorary Member (2003) AV® Preeminent? Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished Alumnus Award, Washington & Lee University (1992) Solon E. Summerfield Award Who's Who in American Law Who's Who in America Who's Who in the World Speaking Engagements Change in the Economy Brings Risk" Moderator, USLAW Client Conference, (October 2010) Lawyers, Accountants, Agents & Brokers, The New Private Bailout Plan for Investment Losses?" Moderator, USLAW Client Conference, (September 2009) "In-House Counsel and Insurance Claims' Criteria for Outside Counsel: A Safe Bet, Penny Ante, or All In?" Panelist, USLAW Client Conference, (September 2008) "How to Best Use an Expert in Professional Liability Litigation." Co-Moderator, USLAW Client Conference, (October 2007) AV® Preeminent? is a certification mark of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies.