Atty. Peter Charles Smoot

Atty. Peter Charles Smoot

Peter Charles Smoot is a lawyer practicing business litigation, products liability, copyright litigation and 3 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 55 yrs experience 55 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter Charles Smoot at a glance

Peter Charles Smoot is a copyright, business, product liability, litigation, and entertainment attorney based in Los Angeles, California. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Admitted to practice in California (1971) and U.S. Supreme Court (1976). Educated at University of Southern California (J.D., 1970) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A., 1967). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter Charles Smoot is a lawyer practicing business litigation, products liability, copyright litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • Peter practices in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Charles Smoot's Areas of Practice

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

Copyright Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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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 Los Angeles 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 Charles Smoot

Where is Peter Charles Smoot's law office located?
Peter Charles Smoot's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Charles Smoot handle?
Peter Charles Smoot focuses on copyright, business, product liability, litigation, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Peter Charles Smoot practiced law?
Peter Charles Smoot has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Peter Charles Smoot go to law school?
Peter Charles Smoot earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact Peter Charles Smoot for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Southern California
- 1970
B.A.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1967

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1971
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1976

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