Atty. Peter Higgins Bales

Atty. Peter Higgins Bales

Peter Higgins Bales is a lawyer practicing litigation, civil litigation, complex litigation and 7 other areas of law. Peter received a degree from University of CO at Boulder in 2004, and has been licensed for 19 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 19 yrs experience 19 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter Higgins Bales at a glance

Peter Higgins Bales is an Associate based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Buchalter. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on business, class action, and litigation. Admitted to practice in CA U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Eastern, and Central Districts of CA (2007). Educated at University of CA, Berkeley School of Law, Boalt Hall (J.D., 2007) and University of CO at Boulder (B.S. Finance, 2004). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Peter Higgins Bales is a lawyer practicing litigation, civil litigation, complex litigation and 7 other areas of law
  • Peter received a degree from University of CO at Boulder in 2004, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • Peter practices at Buchalter in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Higgins Bales's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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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 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 Higgins Bales

Where is Peter Higgins Bales's law office located?
Peter Higgins Bales's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Buchalter. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Higgins Bales handle?
Peter Higgins Bales focuses on business, class action, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Peter Higgins Bales practiced law?
Peter Higgins Bales has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Peter Higgins Bales go to law school?
Peter Higgins Bales earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.S. Finance, 2004).
How can I contact Peter Higgins Bales for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of CA, Berkeley School of Law, Boalt Hall
- 2007
B.S. Finance
University of CO at Boulder
- 2004

Bar Admissions

CA U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Eastern, and Central Districts of CA
Admitted: 2007

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