Atty. John Allen Peterson

Atty. John Allen Peterson

John Allen Peterson is a lawyer practicing vehicle liability, general casualty, government tort liability and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Torrance Torrance 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About John Allen Peterson at a glance

John Allen Peterson is a car accidents, personal injury, litigation, and government attorney based in Torrance, California. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in California (1974), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1974), and U.S. District Court, Central District of California and U.S. Supreme Court (1980). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1974) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Torrance, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Allen Peterson is a lawyer practicing vehicle liability, general casualty, government tort liability and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • John practices in Torrance, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Allen Peterson's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

John Allen Peterson is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in California →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

John Allen Peterson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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

John Allen Peterson is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

John Allen Peterson is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Torrance are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Allen Peterson

Where is John Allen Peterson's law office located?
John Allen Peterson's law practice is located in Torrance, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Allen Peterson handle?
John Allen Peterson focuses on car accidents, personal injury, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Allen Peterson practiced law?
John Allen Peterson has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did John Allen Peterson go to law school?
John Allen Peterson earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact John Allen Peterson for a consultation?
You can contact John Allen 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 John Allen Peterson received?
John Allen Peterson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law, University of California
- 1974
B.A.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Central District of California and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1980

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