Atty. Peter John Kelly

Atty. Peter John Kelly

Peter John Kelly is a lawyer practicing civil rights, ethics & professional responsibility, general practice and 8 other areas of law. Peter received a degree from College of the Holy Cross, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Stockton Stockton 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter John Kelly at a glance

Peter John Kelly is a Member based in Stockton, California. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in California (1972). Educated at University of San Francisco (J.D., 1971) and College of the Holy Cross University of San Francisco (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of San Joaquin County Bar Association State Bar of California Association of Defense Counsel American Board of Trial Advocates California Medical Legal Committee. Serands clients in Stockton, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Peter John Kelly is a lawyer practicing civil rights, ethics & professional responsibility, general practice and 8 other areas of law
  • Peter received a degree from College of the Holy Cross, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Peter practices in Stockton, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter John Kelly's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Peter John Kelly is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Peter John Kelly is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights 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 Stockton 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 John Kelly

Where is Peter John Kelly's law office located?
Peter John Kelly's law practice is located in Stockton, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter John Kelly handle?
Peter John Kelly focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Peter John Kelly practiced law?
Peter John Kelly has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Peter John Kelly go to law school?
Peter John Kelly earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact Peter John Kelly for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Peter John Kelly received?
Peter John Kelly's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of San Francisco
- 1971
B.A.
College of the Holy Cross University of San Francisco
- 1968

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1972

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