Atty. John Peter Golden

Atty. John Peter Golden

John Peter Golden is a lawyer practicing law practice mgmt, trusts & estates, taxation and 4 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years.

San Mateo San Mateo 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About John Peter Golden at a glance

John Peter Golden is a Principal based in San Mateo, California, practicing at Basye & Golden. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in California (1978). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1978) and University of Southern California (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of San Mateo County (Chairman, Estate Planning and Probate Section, 1984, 1985, 1989) and American Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in San Mateo, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Peter Golden is a lawyer practicing law practice mgmt, trusts & estates, taxation and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • John practices at Basye & Golden in San Mateo, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Peter Golden's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

John Peter Golden is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

John Peter Golden is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

John Peter Golden is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 San Mateo 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 Peter Golden

Where is John Peter Golden's law office located?
John Peter Golden's law practice is located in San Mateo, California. The firm is Basye & Golden. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Peter Golden handle?
John Peter Golden focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Peter Golden practiced law?
John Peter Golden has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did John Peter Golden go to law school?
John Peter Golden earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact John Peter Golden for a consultation?
You can contact John Peter Golden 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 Peter Golden received?
John Peter Golden's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law, University of California
- 1978
B.A.
University of Southern California
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1978

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