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About Lawrence A. Pederson at a glance
Lawrence A. Pederson is a criminal defense, family law, business, real estate, and bankruptcy attorney based in Douglas, Alaska. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in Alaska (1983), U.S. District Court, District of Alaska (1983), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1990). Educated at Willamette University (J.D., 1983) and University of Alaska (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Douglas, AK and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Lawrence A. Pederson is a lawyer practicing real estate, bankruptcy, commercial and 5 other areas of law
- Lawrence received a B.A. degree from University of Alaska in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
- Lawrence practices in Douglas, AK
Practice Areas Explained
Lawrence A. Pederson's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lawrence A. Pederson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Lawrence A. Pederson is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Alaska →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Lawrence A. Pederson is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Alaska →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Lawrence A. Pederson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Alaska →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Lawrence A. Pederson is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Alaska →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Lawrence A. Pederson is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Alaska →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Alaska
Practicing law in Alaska. Legal matters in Alaska are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Douglas are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alaska state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alaska 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 Alaska courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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