Atty. Peter Lawrence Canzano

Atty. Peter Lawrence Canzano

Mr. Peter Lawrence Canzano is a lawyer practicing health care, insurance, advertising and 3 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Peter Lawrence Canzano at a glance

Peter Lawrence Canzano is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Sidley Austin Llp. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on tax, health care, insurance, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York (1982), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1982), District of Columbia (1984), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (2007). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1981) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1978). Active member of The District of Columbia Bar Association of the Bar of the City of New York National Association of Bond Lawyers. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Peter Lawrence Canzano is a lawyer practicing health care, insurance, advertising and 3 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Peter practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Lawrence Canzano's Areas of Practice

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

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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Insurance Law

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter Lawrence Canzano

Where is Peter Lawrence Canzano's law office located?
Peter Lawrence Canzano's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Sidley Austin Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Lawrence Canzano handle?
Peter Lawrence Canzano focuses on tax, health care, insurance, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Peter Lawrence Canzano practiced law?
Peter Lawrence Canzano has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Peter Lawrence Canzano go to law school?
Peter Lawrence Canzano earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Peter Lawrence Canzano for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1981
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1978

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1982
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 2007
Virginia
Admitted: 2008

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