Atty. Peter James Hanlon

Atty. Peter James Hanlon

Peter James Hanlon is a lawyer practicing venture capital, energy and infrastructure, capital markets and 3 other areas of law. Peter received a degree from Stanford University in 1973, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter James Hanlon at a glance

Peter James Hanlon is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Gibson Dunn And Crutcher Llp. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and energy. Admitted to practice in New York (1980). Educated at Stanford University (Bachelor, 1973). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter James Hanlon is a lawyer practicing venture capital, energy and infrastructure, capital markets and 3 other areas of law
  • Peter received a degree from Stanford University in 1973, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Peter practices at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP in Los Angeles, CA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Peter James Hanlon's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter James Hanlon 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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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 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 James Hanlon

Where is Peter James Hanlon's law office located?
Peter James Hanlon's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Gibson Dunn And Crutcher Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter James Hanlon handle?
Peter James Hanlon focuses on business, m&a, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Peter James Hanlon practiced law?
Peter James Hanlon has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Peter James Hanlon go to law school?
Peter James Hanlon earned their education at (Bachelor, 1973).
How can I contact Peter James Hanlon for a consultation?
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Education

Bachelor
Stanford University
- 1973

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1980

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