Atty. Peter Joseph Horton

Atty. Peter Joseph Horton

Peter Joseph Horton is a lawyer practicing administrative law, breach of contract, business organization and 21 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from California State University at San Marcos in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years.

Moorpark Moorpark 23 yrs experience 23 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter Joseph Horton at a glance

Peter Joseph Horton is a Senior Associate based in Moorpark, California. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, child custody, contracts, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in California (2003). Educated at California Western School of Law (J.D., 2002) and California State University at San Marcos (B.A. Literature, 2000). Serands clients in Moorpark, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Peter Joseph Horton is a lawyer practicing administrative law, breach of contract, business organization and 21 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from California State University at San Marcos in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Peter practices in Moorpark, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Joseph Horton's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Divorce

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Contracts

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Personal Injury

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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 Moorpark 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 Joseph Horton

Where is Peter Joseph Horton's law office located?
Peter Joseph Horton's law practice is located in Moorpark, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Joseph Horton handle?
Peter Joseph Horton focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, child custody, contracts, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Peter Joseph Horton practiced law?
Peter Joseph Horton has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Peter Joseph Horton go to law school?
Peter Joseph Horton earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.A. Literature, 2000).
How can I contact Peter Joseph Horton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
California Western School of Law
- 2002
B.A. Literature
California State University at San Marcos
- 2000

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2003

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