Atty. Peter J. Gurfein

Atty. Peter J. Gurfein

Peter J. Gurfein is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, workouts, financial restructuring and 5 other areas of law.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter J. Gurfein at a glance

Peter J. Gurfein is a business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, litigation, and adr attorney based in Los Angeles, California. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in New York (1976), California (1987), and District of Columbia U.S. Court of International Trade U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Sec (1993). Educated at George Washington University School of Law (J.D., 1973) and New York University (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Peter J. Gurfein is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, workouts, financial restructuring and 5 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1969, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Peter practices in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter J. Gurfein's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter J. Gurfein 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.

Peter J. Gurfein is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Peter J. Gurfein is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →

Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

Peter J. Gurfein is one of 5,841 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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

Peter J. Gurfein is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Peter J. Gurfein is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Los Angeles 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 J. Gurfein

Where is Peter J. Gurfein's law office located?
Peter J. Gurfein's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter J. Gurfein handle?
Peter J. Gurfein focuses on business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Peter J. Gurfein practiced law?
Peter J. Gurfein has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Peter J. Gurfein go to law school?
Peter J. Gurfein earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact Peter J. Gurfein for a consultation?
You can contact Peter J. Gurfein 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 J. Gurfein received?
Peter J. Gurfein's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University School of Law
- 1973
B.A.
New York University
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1976
California
Admitted: 1987
District of Columbia U.S. Court of International Trade U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Sec
Admitted: 1993

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