Atty. Paul Jeffrey Carter

Atty. Paul Jeffrey Carter

Delta Sigma Phi; Pi Sigma Alpha. Recipient, City of Los Angeles Marathon Award, 1998.

Long Beach Long Beach 29 yrs experience 29 year
Call (562) 573-3557 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Paul Jeffrey Carter at a glance

Paul Jeffrey Carter is a Member based in Long Beach, California, practicing at Bergkvist Bergkvist Carter Llp. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on trusts, business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1997), U.S. District Court, Central District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (2000), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (2004). Educated at Drake University Law School (J.D., 1995) and California State University, Fullerton (B.A. Political, 1992). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Los Angeles County and Long Beach Bar Associations Southern California Mediation Association. Serands clients in Long Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Delta Sigma Phi
  • Pi Sigma Alpha
  • Recipient, City of Los Angeles Marathon Award, 1998
  • Member, Kiwanis, 2000
  • Administrative Hearing Officer, City of Long Beach, Arbitrator/Mediator, Los Angeles Superior Court

Trial Attorney

  • Manning Marder & Wolfe, 1999
  • Early, Maslach, Price & Baukol, 1997-1999

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Jeffrey Carter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul Jeffrey Carter handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 Long Beach 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 Paul Jeffrey Carter

Where is Paul Jeffrey Carter's law office located?
Paul Jeffrey Carter's law practice is located in Long Beach, California. The firm is Bergkvist Bergkvist Carter Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Jeffrey Carter handle?
Paul Jeffrey Carter focuses on trusts, business, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Paul Jeffrey Carter practiced law?
Paul Jeffrey Carter has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Paul Jeffrey Carter go to law school?
Paul Jeffrey Carter earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A. Political, 1992).
How can I contact Paul Jeffrey Carter for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Paul Jeffrey Carter received?
Paul Jeffrey Carter's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Drake University Law School
- 1995
B.A. Political
California State University, Fullerton
- 1992

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Central District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 2004

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