Atty. Peter Andrew Orth

Atty. Peter Andrew Orth

Peter Andrew Orth is a lawyer practicing criminal law, assault and battery, burglary and 24 other areas of law. Peter received a degree from San Francisco State University, and has been licensed for 18 years.

Berkeley Berkeley 18 yrs experience 18 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter Andrew Orth at a glance

Peter Andrew Orth is an Associate based in Berkeley, California, practicing at Elizabeth R Grossman. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, criminal defense, sex crimes, and violent crimes. Admitted to practice in California (2008) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (2008). Educated at Golden Gate University (J.D., 2008) and San Francisco State University Post-Graduate Studies San Francisco State University Cultural Anthropology San Francisco State University 2001-2004 University of California, Berkeley (B.A., 1996). Active member of California Attorneys for Criminal Justice California Public Defenders Association. Serands clients in Berkeley, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Peter Andrew Orth is a lawyer practicing criminal law, assault and battery, burglary and 24 other areas of law
  • Peter received a degree from San Francisco State University, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Peter practices at Elizabeth R. Grossman in Berkeley, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Andrew Orth's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Car Accidents

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Criminal Defense

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Sex Crimes

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Violent Crimes

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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 Berkeley 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 Andrew Orth

Where is Peter Andrew Orth's law office located?
Peter Andrew Orth's law practice is located in Berkeley, California. The firm is Elizabeth R Grossman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Andrew Orth handle?
Peter Andrew Orth focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, criminal defense, sex crimes, violent crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Peter Andrew Orth practiced law?
Peter Andrew Orth has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Peter Andrew Orth go to law school?
Peter Andrew Orth earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Peter Andrew Orth for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Golden Gate University
- 2008
B.A.
San Francisco State University Post-Graduate Studies San Francisco State University Cultural Anthropology San Francisco State University 2001-2004 University of California, Berkeley
- 1996

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2008
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 2008

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