Atty. Peter Edward Root

Atty. Peter Edward Root

Peter Edward Root is a lawyer practicing securities / investment fraud, intellectual property, patent and 7 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1977, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 37 Years Experience 37 year
Call (650) 549-9105

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About Peter Edward Root at a glance

Peter Edward Root is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on irs, ip, class action, m&a, and white collar. Educated at University of Pennsylvania (B.A., 1977) and University of California, Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law J.D. 1989 Order of the Coif (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Peter Edward Root is a lawyer practicing securities / investment fraud, intellectual property, patent and 7 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1977, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Peter practices at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Edward Root's Areas of Practice

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

IRS Disputes & Audits

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Peter Edward Root is one of 94,505 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →

Class Action

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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White Collar Crimes

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter Edward Root

Where is Peter Edward Root's law office located?
Peter Edward Root's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Edward Root handle?
Peter Edward Root focuses on irs, ip, class action, m&a, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Peter Edward Root practiced law?
Peter Edward Root has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Peter Edward Root go to law school?
Peter Edward Root earned their education at (B.A., 1977); (—).
How can I contact Peter Edward Root for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Peter Edward Root received?
Peter Edward Root's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

B.A.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1977
University of California, Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law J.D. 1989 Order of the Coif
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Awards

Peer Reviewed

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