Atty. Peter A. Levitan
Peter A. Levitan is a lawyer practicing entertainment law, entertainment finance, motion picture and television production and distribution and 7 other areas of law.
Entertainment Finance & More Attorney · Serving Sherman Oaks, CA · 41+ Years Experience
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About Peter A. Levitan at a Glance
Peter A. Levitan is a Principal based in Sherman Oaks, California, practicing at Law Office Of Peter Levitan. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on contracts, trademark, copyright, ip, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York (1985), California (1987), and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1987). Educated at Columbia Law School (J.D., 1984) and Columbia College of Columbia University (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Beverly Hills Bar Association. Serves clients in Sherman Oaks, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter A. Levitan
- Peter A. Levitan is a lawyer practicing entertainment law, entertainment finance, motion picture and television production and distribution and 7 other areas of law
- Peter received a B.A. degree from Columbia College of Columbia University in 1972, and has been licensed for 41 years
- Peter practices at Law Office of Peter Levitan in Sherman Oaks, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Peter A. Levitan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter A. Levitan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Sherman Oaks.
Contracts in Sherman Oaks
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Trademark Law in Sherman Oaks
Peter A. Levitan is one of 23,086 trademark attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trademark attorneys in California →
Copyright Law in Sherman Oaks
Peter A. Levitan is one of 17,404 copyright attorneys indexed nationally. Browse copyright attorneys in California →
Intellectual Property in Sherman Oaks
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Peter A. Levitan is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Entertainment & Sports Law in Sherman Oaks
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Sherman Oaks
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 Sherman Oaks 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 venue, 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.
Sherman Oaks Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Sherman Oaks-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Sherman Oaks Choose Peter A. Levitan
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Peter A. Levitan's practice in the field of contracts, trademark, copyright, ip, and entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter A. Levitan brings 41+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, California, and U.S. District Court, Central District of California, Peter A. Levitan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, trademark, and copyright, Peter A. Levitan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Sherman Oaks
A Sherman Oaks-based practice means Peter A. Levitan attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Peter A. Levitan Handles in Sherman Oaks
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