Atty. Peter David Ballance

Atty. Peter David Ballance

Peter David Ballance is a lawyer practicing commercial lending and financial transactions, real estate finance, real estate, energy, land use & environmental and 3 other areas of law. Peter received a M.S. degree from Brigham Young University in 1997, and has been licensed for 25 years.

San Diego San Diego 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter David Ballance at a glance

Peter David Ballance is a Partner based in San Diego, California, practicing at Sheppard Mullin. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Northern District of California U.S. District Court, Southern Distri (2001). Educated at University of California, Los Angeles (J.D., 2001) and Brigham Young University (M.S. The, 1997). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of The LGBTQ+ Bar Association of Los Angeles Los Angeles County Bar Association State Bar of California. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Peter David Ballance is a lawyer practicing commercial lending and financial transactions, real estate finance, real estate, energy, land use & environmental and 3 other areas of law
  • Peter received a M.S. degree from Brigham Young University in 1997, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Peter practices at Sheppard Mullin in San Diego, CA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Peter David Ballance's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

Peter David Ballance is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Peter David Ballance is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

Land Use & Zoning

Peter David Ballance is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in California →

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 San Diego 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 David Ballance

Where is Peter David Ballance's law office located?
Peter David Ballance's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is Sheppard Mullin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter David Ballance handle?
Peter David Ballance focuses on business, real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Peter David Ballance practiced law?
Peter David Ballance has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Peter David Ballance go to law school?
Peter David Ballance earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (M.S. The, 1997).
How can I contact Peter David Ballance for a consultation?
You can contact Peter David Ballance 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 David Ballance received?
Peter David Ballance's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Los Angeles
- 2001
M.S. The
Brigham Young University
- 1997

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Northern District of California U.S. District Court, Southern Distri
Admitted: 2001

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