Atty. Peter Harry Goldsmith

Atty. Peter Harry Goldsmith

Peter Harry Goldsmith is a lawyer practicing labor and employment litigation, intellectual property litigation, internal complaint investigations and 3 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About Peter Harry Goldsmith at a glance

Peter Harry Goldsmith is a employment, ip, and litigation attorney based in San Francisco, California. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Central District of California U.S. District Court, Northern Distric (1979). Educated at University of California, Boalt Hall School of Law (J.D., 1978) and Yale University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bar Association of San Francisco Alameda and American (Member, Antitrust Section) Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Peter Harry Goldsmith is a lawyer practicing labor and employment litigation, intellectual property litigation, internal complaint investigations and 3 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Peter practices in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Harry Goldsmith's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Peter Harry Goldsmith is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Intellectual Property

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

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

Civil Litigation

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

Peter Harry Goldsmith is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 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 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 Harry Goldsmith

Where is Peter Harry Goldsmith's law office located?
Peter Harry Goldsmith's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Harry Goldsmith handle?
Peter Harry Goldsmith focuses on employment, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Peter Harry Goldsmith practiced law?
Peter Harry Goldsmith has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Peter Harry Goldsmith go to law school?
Peter Harry Goldsmith earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Peter Harry Goldsmith for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Peter Harry Goldsmith received?
Peter Harry Goldsmith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Boalt Hall School of Law
- 1978
B.A.
Yale University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Central District of California U.S. District Court, Northern Distric
Admitted: 1979

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