Atty. Peter James McBreen
Peter James McBreen is a lawyer practicing trial law, appellate practice. Peter received a A.B. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.
Appellate Practice & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 50+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About Peter James McBreen at a Glance
Peter James McBreen is a Member based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Mcbreen And Senior. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on litigation and appellate. Admitted to practice in California (1976). Educated at University of California at Los Angeles School of Law (J.D., 1976) and University of California at Los Angeles (A.B., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Los Angeles County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Get Legal Help from Peter James McBreen in Los Angeles
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About Peter James McBreen
- Peter James McBreen is a lawyer practicing trial law, appellate practice
- Peter received a A.B. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
- Peter practices at McBreen & Senior in Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Peter James McBreen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter James McBreen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Civil Litigation in Los Angeles
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Peter James McBreen is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →
Appellate Practice in Los Angeles
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Peter James McBreen is one of 85,572 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
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 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.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
Looking for additional California attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Los Angeles or all attorneys in California.
Frequently Asked
Common Questions About Peter James McBreen
Where is Peter James McBreen's law office located?
What practice areas does Peter James McBreen handle?
How long has Peter James McBreen practiced law?
Where did Peter James McBreen go to law school?
How can I contact Peter James McBreen for a consultation?
What awards or recognition has Peter James McBreen received?
Professional Profile
Why Clients in Los Angeles Choose Peter James McBreen
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Peter James McBreen's practice in the field of litigation and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter James McBreen brings 50+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering litigation and appellate, Peter James McBreen can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means Peter James McBreen attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Search Reference
How People Find Peter James McBreen Online
Prospective clients searching for legal help in Los Angeles commonly use a combination of the attorney's name and their specific legal need. The following search terms frequently lead people to this profile and to attorneys like Peter James McBreen.
If any of the above matches what you searched for, you've found the right profile. Use the contact options at the top of this page to get in touch with Peter James McBreen directly.
Peter James McBreen's Practice Areas & Specializations
Education & Law School Background
Awards & Professional Honors
Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions
Client Reviews & Ratings — Peter James McBreen
No reviews yet.