Atty. Peter Howard Carson

Atty. Peter Howard Carson

Peter Howard Carson is a lawyer practicing commercial lending and financial transactions, syndicated credit facilities, asset based lending and 9 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 41 Years Experience 41 year
Call (415) 728-9546

Profile Summary

About Peter Howard Carson at a glance

Peter Howard Carson is an Of Counsel based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Sheppard Mullin. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on business, environmental, government, health care, and energy. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Supreme Court (1985). Educated at University of California, Berkeley School of Law, Boalt Hall (J.D., 1985) and University of California, Berkeley (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of S and Energy Efficiency Alliance British American Business Counsel of the Bay Area Mid-Peninsula Media Center. Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Peter Howard Carson is a lawyer practicing commercial lending and financial transactions, syndicated credit facilities, asset based lending and 9 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Peter practices at Sheppard Mullin in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Howard Carson's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Environmental Law

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Government & Administrative Law

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Health Care Law

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Energy & Utilities Law

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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 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 Howard Carson

Where is Peter Howard Carson's law office located?
Peter Howard Carson's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Sheppard Mullin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Howard Carson handle?
Peter Howard Carson focuses on business, environmental, government, health care, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Peter Howard Carson practiced law?
Peter Howard Carson has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Peter Howard Carson go to law school?
Peter Howard Carson earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Peter Howard Carson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Peter Howard Carson received?
Peter Howard Carson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Berkeley School of Law, Boalt Hall
- 1985
B.A.
University of California, Berkeley
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1985

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