Atty. Peter Goodman
Peter Goodman is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, civil rights, dui & dwi and 4 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1970, and has been licensed for 51 years.
Civil Rights & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 51+ Years Experience
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About Peter Goodman at a Glance
Peter Goodman is a Principal based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Law Office of Peter Goodman. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, federal crimes, white collar, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in California (1975) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1975). Educated at Golden Gate University (J.D., 1975) and University of California, Berkeley (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter Goodman
- Peter Goodman is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, civil rights, dui & dwi and 4 other areas of law
- Peter received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1970, and has been licensed for 51 years
- Peter practices at Law Office of Peter Goodman in San Francisco, CA
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Peter Goodman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Goodman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.
DUI / DWI Defense in San Francisco
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Criminal Defense in San Francisco
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Federal Crimes in San Francisco
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White Collar Crimes in San Francisco
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Civil Rights in San Francisco
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Francisco
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 Francisco 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.
San Francisco Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Francisco-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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in San Francisco Choose Peter Goodman
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 Goodman's practice in the field of dui/dwi, criminal defense, federal crimes, white collar, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter Goodman brings 51+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, Peter Goodman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, criminal defense, and federal crimes, Peter Goodman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Francisco
A San Francisco-based practice means Peter Goodman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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