About John Fairleigh

John Fairleigh Denove practices personal injury law at Cheong & Denove in Los Angeles, California. He has been a partner at the firm since 1977, with experience in medical malpractice, elder law, and insurance claims. The firm is located in a bustling area of downtown Los Angeles. This lets the attorney serve clients across the region. He earned his law degree from Loyola Law School after completing his undergraduate studies at the University of California at Los Angeles. His legal career began in 1976, and he has steadily risen through the ranks to become a respected partner in his firm.

Over the years, he has developed a reputation for handling complex personal injury cases, including those involving catastrophic injuries and wrongful death claims. Most of his work involves advocating for clients who have suffered due to negligence. Cases typically progress from initial consultations to negotiations with insurance companies, and when necessary, he takes cases to trial. His experience allows him to handle the details of personal injury law effectively. He has also been involved in various high-profile cases that have shaped his approach to litigation. In addition to his practice, Denove is active in several legal associations.

He serves on the Board of Directors for the Consumer Lawyers of California and is involved with the Los Angeles County Bar Association. His leadership roles include chairing committees and participating in educational programs for new lawyers. He frequently speaks at conventions, sharing insights on trial skills and evidence admission. Denove has been recognized for his contributions to the legal community. His involvement with the American Board of Trial Advocates includes serving on the Executive Committee for the Los Angeles Chapter. He has also held various positions within the Consumer Lawyers Association of Los Angeles, including President and First Vice-President.

His commitment to public education in the legal field is evident through his work with the Consumer Lawyers Public Education Fund. As a attorney, Denove continues to advocate for justice on behalf of his clients. His dedication to personal injury law and his extensive network within the legal community make him a prominent figure in Los Angeles. He remains committed to improving the legal field for both clients and fellow attorneys alike.

Education

Univ of California at Los Angeles

Undergraduate Degree

Loyola Law School

Law Degree

Languages

English (Spoken)

Experience

Partner

Cheong & Denove
2021

Partner

Cheong, Denove, Rowell, Bennett & Hapuarachy
2018

Partner

Cheong, Denove, Rowell & Bennett
2014

Partner

Cheong, Denove, Rowell, Bennett & Karns
2012

Partner

Cheong, Denove, Rowell & Bennett
2007

Partner

Cheong, Denove, Rowell & Bennett
2003

Partner

Cheong, Denove, Rowell, Antablin & Bennett
1999

Partner

Cheong & Denove, APC
1978

Partner

Musa, Cheong & Denove
1977

Lawyer

Roper & Folino
1976

Accepted Jurisdictions

California

Court Admissions

Los Angeles Superior Court State Trial Court

Types of Cases Handled

Personal Injury Medical Malpractice Elder Law Insurance Claims

Legal Services Scope

Initial Consultations Negotiations Trial

Professional Associations

Consumer Lawyers of California

Board of Directors 2007 - Current

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Blue Ribbon Committee 2005 - Current

Cowboy Lawyers Association

Ride Committee Chairperson 2003 - Current

American Board of Trial Advocates

Executive Committee - Los Angeles Chapter 2002 - Current

American Board of Trial Advocates

Diplomate 2001 - Current

Consumer Lawyers Public Education Fund

President 2001 - Current

Court Committee - Los Angeles Superior Court

Bench Bar Committee 1999 - Current

Consumer Lawyers of California

has membership 1995 - Current

Trial Lawyers for Public Justice

has membership 1995 - Current

Consumer Lawyers Association of Los Angeles

has membership 1994 - Current

Cowboy Lawyers Association

Board of Governors 1989 - Current

Cowboy Lawyers Association

has membership 1989 - Current

ABOTA Inn of Court

has membership 1987 - Current

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

has membership 1982 - Current

Italian American Lawyers Association

has membership 1977 - Current

Los Angeles County Bar Association

has membership 1977 - Current

Italian American Lawyers Association

Past President 2010 - 2011

Consumer Lawyers Association of Los Angeles, Annual Las Vegas Convention

Speaker - Live Demonstration of Voir Dire in Action 2010 - 2010

Consumer Lawyers Association of Los Angeles, New Lawyers Group

Speaker: How to Get Documentary Evidence Admitted at Trial 2010 - 2010

Consumer Lawyers Association of Los Angeles, Annual Las Vegas Convention

Speaker: Dances With Documents 2010 - 2010

Italian American Lawyers Association

President-Elect 2009 - 2010

Consumer Lawyers Association of Los Angeles, 2009 Las Vegas Convention

Speaker: Advanced Trial Skills 2009 - 2009

Italian American Lawyers Association

Vice_President 2008 - 2009

Consumer Lawyers Association of Los Angeles, 26th Annual Las Vegas Convention

Speaker: Closing Argument - Is It too Late 2008 - 2008

Consumer Lawyers Association of Los Angeles, 26th Annual Las Vegas Convention

Speaker: Advanced Trial Skills 2008 - 2008

American Board of Trial Advocates

Secretary - Los Angeles Chapter 2007 - 2008

Consumer Lawyers Association of Los Angeles, 25th Annual Las Vegas Convention

Speaker: Proving Non-Economic Damages in A Wrongful Death Case 2007 - 2007

Consumer Lawyers Association of Los Angeles, 25th Annual Las Vegas Convention

Speaker: Damages 2007 - 2007

Italian American Lawyers Association

Board of Governors 2004 - 2007

Consumer Lawyers Association of Los Angeles, 24th Annual Las Vegas Convention

Speaker: Voir Dire 2006 - 2006

Consumer Lawyers of California

Board of Governors 2001 - 2006

Consumer Lawyers Association of Los Angeles, 23rd Annual Las Vegas Convention

Speaker: Maximizing Expert Opinion Testimony 2005 - 2005

Consumer Lawyers Association of Los Angeles, 23rd Annual Las Vegas Convention

Speaker: Evidence 2005 - 2005

Cowboy Lawyers Association

President 2004 - 2004

Consumer Lawyers Association of Los Angeles, 22nd Annual Las Vegas Convention

Speaker: Closing Arguments by the Masters Part 1 and 2 2004 - 2004

Consumer Lawyers Association of Los Angeles

Executive Committee 2001 - 2004

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Executive Committee of Litigation Section 2000 - 2004

Consumer Lawyers Association of Los Angeles, 21st Annual Las Vegas Convention

Speaker: Excellence in Trial From Masters Of The Craft 2003 - 2003

Consumer Lawyers Public Education Fund

Board of Governors 2002 - 2002

Consumer Lawyers Association of Los Angeles, 20th Annual Las Vegas Convention

Speaker: Medicine for Lawyers 2002 - 2002

Court Committee - Santa Monica Superior Court

Civil Advisory Committee 1994 - 2002

Consumer Lawyers Association of Los Angeles, 19th Annual Las Vegas Convention

Speaker: Using Expert and Lay Testimony in Professional Negligence Cases 2001 - 2001

Consumer Lawyers Association of Los Angeles, 19th Annual Las Vegas Convention

Mock Trial: The Premises Liability Case 2001 - 2001

Court Committee - Los Angeles Superior Court

AB 3820 Committee 2000 - 2001

Consumer Lawyers Association of Los Angeles

President 2000 - 2001

Consumer Lawyers Association of Los Angeles

President-Elect 1999 - 2000

Consumer Lawyers Public Education Fund

Board of Governors 1997 - 2000

American Board of Trial Advocates

Advocate 1993 - 2000

Consumer Lawyers Association of Los Angeles

First Vice-President 1998 - 1998

Consumer Lawyers Association of Los Angeles

Second Vice-President 1997 - 1997

Consumer Lawyers Association of Los Angeles

Secretary 1996 - 1997

Consumer Lawyers Association of Los Angeles

Treasurer 1995 - 1996

ABOTA Inn of Court

Secretary 1990 - 1996

Court Committee - Los Angeles Superior Court

Jury Committee 1995 - 1995

Cowboy Lawyers Association

Secretary 1991 - 1994

Los Angeles Trial Lawyers Association

Board of Gpvernors 1986 - 1994

California Trial Lawyers Association

has membership 1982 - 1994

Los Angeles Trial Lawyers Association,

has membership 1978 - 1994

American Board of Trial Advocates

Advocate 1983 - 1992

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