Atty. Peter Arthur Furst

Atty. Peter Arthur Furst

Peter Arthur Furst is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, administrative law and 5 other areas of law. Peter received a Ph.B. degree from World University, Puerto Rico in 1971, and has been licensed for 49 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About Peter Arthur Furst at a glance

Peter Arthur Furst is a Member based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Furst & Pendergast. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, employment, business, and government. Admitted to practice in New York (1977), District of Columbia (1978), California (1989), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California U.S District Court, Southern and Eastern Distri (1989). Educated at Antioch School of Law (J.D., 1976) and World University, Puerto Rico (Ph.B., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of San Francisco and American Bar Associations State Bar of California California Public Defenders Association California Attorneys for Criminal Justice. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter Arthur Furst is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, administrative law and 5 other areas of law
  • Peter received a Ph.B. degree from World University, Puerto Rico in 1971, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Peter practices at Furst & Pendergast in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Arthur Furst's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Employment Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Government & Administrative Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 San Francisco 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 Arthur Furst

Where is Peter Arthur Furst's law office located?
Peter Arthur Furst's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Furst & Pendergast. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Arthur Furst handle?
Peter Arthur Furst focuses on criminal defense, family law, employment, business, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Peter Arthur Furst practiced law?
Peter Arthur Furst has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Peter Arthur Furst go to law school?
Peter Arthur Furst earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (Ph.B., 1971).
How can I contact Peter Arthur Furst for a consultation?
You can contact Peter Arthur Furst 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 Arthur Furst received?
Peter Arthur Furst's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Antioch School of Law
- 1976
Ph.B.
World University, Puerto Rico
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1977
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1978
California
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California U.S District Court, Southern and Eastern Distri
Admitted: 1989

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