Atty. David Alexander Peterson

Atty. David Alexander Peterson

Mr. David Alexander Peterson is a lawyer practicing civil defense litigation, insurance defense, environmental defense and 1 other area of law.

Baton Rouge Baton Rouge 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About David Alexander Peterson at a glance

David Alexander Peterson is a criminal defense, litigation, environmental, and insurance attorney based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1993). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1993) and Nicholls State University (B.S., 1987). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. David Alexander Peterson is a lawyer practicing civil defense litigation, insurance defense, environmental defense and 1 other area of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from Nicholls State University in 1987, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • David practices in Baton Rouge, LA

Practice Areas Explained

David Alexander Peterson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Alexander Peterson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

David Alexander Peterson is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Louisiana →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

David Alexander Peterson is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Louisiana →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

David Alexander Peterson is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Louisiana →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

David Alexander Peterson is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Louisiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

Practicing law in Louisiana. Legal matters in Louisiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Baton Rouge are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Louisiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Louisiana brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Louisiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Alexander Peterson

Where is David Alexander Peterson's law office located?
David Alexander Peterson's law practice is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Alexander Peterson handle?
David Alexander Peterson focuses on criminal defense, litigation, environmental, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has David Alexander Peterson practiced law?
David Alexander Peterson has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did David Alexander Peterson go to law school?
David Alexander Peterson earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.S., 1987).
How can I contact David Alexander Peterson for a consultation?
You can contact David Alexander Peterson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David Alexander Peterson received?
David Alexander Peterson's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 1993
B.S.
Nicholls State University
- 1987

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1993

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