Atty. Peter Lawrence Cohon

Atty. Peter Lawrence Cohon

Peter Lawrence Cohon is a lawyer practicing arbitration, administrative hearings and appeals. Peter received a B.A. degree from Alfred University in 1971, and has been licensed for 45 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About Peter Lawrence Cohon at a glance

Peter Lawrence Cohon is a adr and appellate attorney based in San Francisco, California. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in California (1981), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1983), and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1989). Educated at Golden Gate University (J.D., 1981) and Alfred University (B.A., 1971). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Peter Lawrence Cohon is a lawyer practicing arbitration, administrative hearings and appeals
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from Alfred University in 1971, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Peter practices in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Lawrence Cohon's Areas of Practice

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

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 San Francisco 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 Lawrence Cohon

Where is Peter Lawrence Cohon's law office located?
Peter Lawrence Cohon's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Lawrence Cohon handle?
Peter Lawrence Cohon focuses on adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Peter Lawrence Cohon practiced law?
Peter Lawrence Cohon has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Peter Lawrence Cohon go to law school?
Peter Lawrence Cohon earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1971).
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Education

J.D.
Golden Gate University
- 1981
B.A.
Alfred University
- 1971

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1989

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