Atty. Joseph Peter Hart

Atty. Joseph Peter Hart

Joseph Peter Hart is a lawyer practicing litigation, trusts & estates, estate planning and 1 other area of law. Joseph received a B.A. degree from Antioch College in 1980, and has been licensed for 32 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph Peter Hart at a glance

Joseph Peter Hart is a trusts, estate planning, and litigation attorney based in San Francisco, California. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in California (1994). Educated at Golden Gate University (J.D., 1994) and Antioch College (B.A., 1980). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph Peter Hart is a lawyer practicing litigation, trusts & estates, estate planning and 1 other area of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from Antioch College in 1980, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Joseph practices in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph Peter Hart's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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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.

Joseph Peter Hart is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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

Joseph Peter Hart is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Francisco 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 Joseph Peter Hart

Where is Joseph Peter Hart's law office located?
Joseph Peter Hart's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph Peter Hart handle?
Joseph Peter Hart focuses on trusts, estate planning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Joseph Peter Hart practiced law?
Joseph Peter Hart has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Joseph Peter Hart go to law school?
Joseph Peter Hart earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Joseph Peter Hart for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Golden Gate University
- 1994
B.A.
Antioch College
- 1980

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1994

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