John K. Salcedo

John Salcedo is a trial litigator with more than 10 years of experience defending businesses, local governments and public entities, and individuals in all aspects of civil litigation. His practice focuses on the defense of claims related to general liability, automobile liability, premises liability, personal injury, and commercial litigation. John has represented public entity and private clients in high-stakes litigation involving multimillion dollar exposure, including wrongful death and municipal land use disputes. John has a proven track record of resolving complicated disputes through motion practice, alternative dispute resolution, and trial. He is known for formulating client-centric defense strategies leveraging creative arguments and effective use of subject matter experts designed to obtain effective, efficient results.

Before joining Wilson Elser, John practiced with public entity and civil defense firms known for their trial experience and success in litigation and trial practice. John is adept at client communication and takes his clients’ personal or business interests into account when providing legal advice. He has effectively presented cases before city councils and county boards of supervisors, with careful consideration of both the legal and political implications. John’s experience representing both public and private clients makes him a versatile advocate who can handle a wide range of disputes.