Atty. Peter Christopher Carton

Atty. Peter Christopher Carton

Peter Christopher Carton is a lawyer practicing education. Peter received a degree from American College of Charter Life Underwriters, Bryn Mawr in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Bakersfield Bakersfield 53 yrs experience 53 year
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About Peter Christopher Carton at a glance

Peter Christopher Carton is a Member based in Bakersfield, California, practicing at Peter C Carton. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on education. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Eastern, Central and Southern Districts of California (1973). Educated at Loyola University Law School, Los Angeles (J.D., 1973) and American College of Charter Life Underwriters, Bryn Mawr (CLU Loyola, 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Kern County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in Bakersfield, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Peter Christopher Carton is a lawyer practicing education
  • Peter received a degree from American College of Charter Life Underwriters, Bryn Mawr in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Peter practices at Peter C. Carton in Bakersfield, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Christopher Carton's Areas of Practice

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

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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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 Bakersfield 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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Common questions about Peter Christopher Carton

Where is Peter Christopher Carton's law office located?
Peter Christopher Carton's law practice is located in Bakersfield, California. The firm is Peter C Carton. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Christopher Carton handle?
Peter Christopher Carton focuses on education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Peter Christopher Carton practiced law?
Peter Christopher Carton has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Peter Christopher Carton go to law school?
Peter Christopher Carton earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (CLU Loyola, 1969).
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What awards or recognition has Peter Christopher Carton received?
Peter Christopher Carton's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Loyola University Law School, Los Angeles
- 1973
CLU Loyola
American College of Charter Life Underwriters, Bryn Mawr
- 1969

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Eastern, Central and Southern Districts of California
Admitted: 1973

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