John H. Howard

John H. Howard has practiced law for more than four decades and is currently in his 47th year of practice. His work has focused on complex personal injury, mass tort, wrongful death, negligent security, and sexual abuse matters, with extensive experience preparing and trying cases in California courts.

Over the course of his career, John has handled more than 80 jury trials, along with numerous court trials and settlements. His work has included substantial seven- and eight-figure results in serious and complex civil matters. His approach is grounded in preparation, careful review of the facts, and a clear understanding of how cases are developed, negotiated, and presented in the courtroom.

In addition to his legal practice, John has remained active in the local legal community and in community-oriented service. He is a veteran who served in the United States Navy Reserve and has contributed time to youth athletics, professional associations, and local nonprofit efforts.

Community

• Member American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA)
• Ventura County Bar Association
• Ventura County Trial Lawyers Association
• 2009-2010-2011 American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) California Coast Chapter Trial Lawyer of the Year
• 2011 Ventura County Bar Association (VCBA) Pro Bono Attorney of the Year
• 2010 American Board of Trial Advocates (California Coast Chapter) Civility Award
• 2006 Ventura County Trial Lawyers Association, Trial Lawyer of the Year
• National Representative for the American Board of Trial Advocates
• 2004 President of the American Board of Trial Advocates (California Coast Chapter)
• Ventura County Judicial Nominations Evaluation Committee (2002-2008)
• 1997 President of the Ventura County Bar Association
• 1992 President Ventura County Trial Lawyers Association
• Delegate to various State Bar Conventions
• Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC)
• Past President of the Ventura County branch of the Arthritis Foundation
• Lt. Commander United States Naval Reserve (1987-1999)
• Coach Varsity Football and Baseball Villanova Preparatory School (2003-2014)