Atty. Joseph Peter Lawrence

Atty. Joseph Peter Lawrence

Joseph Peter Lawrence is a lawyer practicing government, litigation, environmental law and 1 other area of law. Joseph Peter received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph Peter Lawrence at a glance

Joseph Peter Lawrence is an Asst. City Atty, City of Santa Monica, Ca. based in Los Angeles, California. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on litigation, environmental, and government. Admitted to practice in New York (1977), Connecticut (1978), and California (1981). Educated at New York University (J.D., 1976) and State University of New York at Buffalo (B.A., 1972). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph Peter Lawrence is a lawyer practicing government, litigation, environmental law and 1 other area of law
  • Joseph Peter received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Joseph Peter practices in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph Peter Lawrence's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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

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Environmental Law

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

Joseph Peter Lawrence is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in California →

Government & Administrative Law

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

Joseph Peter Lawrence 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 Los Angeles 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 Lawrence

Where is Joseph Peter Lawrence's law office located?
Joseph Peter Lawrence's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph Peter Lawrence handle?
Joseph Peter Lawrence focuses on litigation, environmental, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Joseph Peter Lawrence practiced law?
Joseph Peter Lawrence has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Joseph Peter Lawrence go to law school?
Joseph Peter Lawrence earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Joseph Peter Lawrence for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
New York University
- 1976
B.A.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1972

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1977
Connecticut
Admitted: 1978
California
Admitted: 1981

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