Atty. Peter A. Meshot

Atty. Peter A. Meshot

Peter A. Meshot is a lawyer practicing litigation, personal injury, insurance defense and 1 other area of law.

Walnut Creek Walnut Creek 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter A. Meshot at a glance

Peter A. Meshot is a CA Atty. General's Off. based in Walnut Creek, California. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on personal injury, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in California (1984) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1986). Educated at Golden Gate University (J.D., 1984) and University of California at Santa Cruz (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Sacramento County Bar Association State Bar of California Association of Northern California Defense Counsel Northern California Fraud Investigators Association. Serands clients in Walnut Creek, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Peter A. Meshot is a lawyer practicing litigation, personal injury, insurance defense and 1 other area of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Cruz in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Peter practices in Walnut Creek, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter A. Meshot's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Civil Litigation

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

Peter A. Meshot is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 Walnut Creek 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 Peter A. Meshot

Where is Peter A. Meshot's law office located?
Peter A. Meshot's law practice is located in Walnut Creek, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter A. Meshot handle?
Peter A. Meshot focuses on personal injury, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Peter A. Meshot practiced law?
Peter A. Meshot has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Peter A. Meshot go to law school?
Peter A. Meshot earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Peter A. Meshot for a consultation?
You can contact Peter A. Meshot directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Peter A. Meshot received?
Peter A. Meshot's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Golden Gate University
- 1984
B.A.
University of California at Santa Cruz
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1986

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