Atty. Peter Daniel Volz

Atty. Peter Daniel Volz

Peter Daniel Volz is a lawyer practicing corporate finance, corporate law, governance entrepreneurial services and 6 other areas of law. Peter received a degree from St Mary's College, Moraga CA, and has been licensed for 15 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 15 yrs experience 15 year
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Corporate Finance & More Attorney · Serving Palo Alto, CA · 15+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Peter Daniel Volz at a Glance

Peter Daniel Volz is a business, m&a, litigation, and environmental attorney based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Admitted to practice in California (2011). Educated at St Mary's College, Moraga CA University of San Francisco School of Law, San Francisco CA (—). Serves clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Peter Daniel Volz

  • Peter Daniel Volz is a lawyer practicing corporate finance, corporate law, governance entrepreneurial services and 6 other areas of law
  • Peter received a degree from St Mary's College, Moraga CA, and has been licensed for 15 years
  • Peter practices at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Daniel Volz's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Daniel Volz handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Palo Alto.

Business & Corporate Law in Palo Alto

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions in Palo Alto

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Civil Litigation in Palo Alto

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

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Environmental Law in Palo Alto

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Palo Alto

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 Palo Alto 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 venue, 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.

Palo Alto Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Palo Alto-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.

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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Peter Daniel Volz

Where is Peter Daniel Volz's law office located?
Peter Daniel Volz's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Daniel Volz handle?
Peter Daniel Volz focuses on business, m&a, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Peter Daniel Volz practiced law?
Peter Daniel Volz has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did Peter Daniel Volz go to law school?
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How can I contact Peter Daniel Volz for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Palo Alto Choose Peter Daniel Volz

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Peter Daniel Volz's practice in the field of business, m&a, litigation, and environmental.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Peter Daniel Volz brings 15+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering business, m&a, and litigation, Peter Daniel Volz can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Palo Alto

A Palo Alto-based practice means Peter Daniel Volz attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues Peter Daniel Volz Handles in Palo Alto

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Peter Daniel Volz has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Business formation and structure
Business
Contract drafting and review
Business
Partnership disputes
Business
Merger and acquisition support
Business

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Peter Daniel Volz directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Education & Law School Background

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St Mary's College, Moraga CA University of San Francisco School of Law, San Francisco CA
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Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

California
Admitted: 2011

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