Atty. Peter H. Karlen

Atty. Peter H. Karlen

Peter H. Karlen is a lawyer practicing publishing law, art law, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law.

La Jolla La Jolla 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter H. Karlen at a glance

Peter H. Karlen is a trademark, copyright, ip, and entertainment attorney based in La Jolla, California. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in California (Inactive) (1974), U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1976), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1983), and U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii (1989). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 1974) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A. University, 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in La Jolla, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Peter H. Karlen is a lawyer practicing publishing law, art law, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Peter practices in La Jolla, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter H. Karlen's Areas of Practice

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

Trademark Law

Peter H. Karlen is one of 23,222 trademark attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trademark attorneys in California →

Copyright Law

Peter H. Karlen is one of 17,495 copyright attorneys indexed nationally. Browse copyright attorneys in California →

Intellectual Property

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

Peter H. Karlen is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

Peter H. Karlen is one of 45,946 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment 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 La Jolla 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 H. Karlen

Where is Peter H. Karlen's law office located?
Peter H. Karlen's law practice is located in La Jolla, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter H. Karlen handle?
Peter H. Karlen focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Peter H. Karlen practiced law?
Peter H. Karlen has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Peter H. Karlen go to law school?
Peter H. Karlen earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A. University, 1971).
How can I contact Peter H. Karlen for a consultation?
You can contact Peter H. Karlen 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 H. Karlen received?
Peter H. Karlen's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
- 1974
B.A. University
University of California at Berkeley
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California (Inactive)
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1990
Colorado
Admitted: 1991

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