Atty. Peter Leo Lagasse

Atty. Peter Leo Lagasse

Peter Leo Lagasse is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, corporate law. Peter received a B.S. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1989, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Berkeley Berkeley 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter Leo Lagasse at a glance

Peter Leo Lagasse is an Of Counsel based in Berkeley, California, practicing at Desouza Law Offices P C. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on employment and business. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern and Central Districts of California and U.S. Cour (1995). Educated at Loyola Law School (J.D., 1993) and Southern Methodist University (B.S. Economics, 1989). Active member of State Bar of California. Serands clients in Berkeley, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter Leo Lagasse is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, corporate law
  • Peter received a B.S. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1989, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Peter practices at Desouza Law Offices, P.C. in Berkeley, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Leo Lagasse's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

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Business & Corporate Law

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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 Berkeley 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 Leo Lagasse

Where is Peter Leo Lagasse's law office located?
Peter Leo Lagasse's law practice is located in Berkeley, California. The firm is Desouza Law Offices P C. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Leo Lagasse handle?
Peter Leo Lagasse focuses on employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Peter Leo Lagasse practiced law?
Peter Leo Lagasse has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Peter Leo Lagasse go to law school?
Peter Leo Lagasse earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.S. Economics, 1989).
How can I contact Peter Leo Lagasse for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Loyola Law School
- 1993
B.S. Economics
Southern Methodist University
- 1989

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern and Central Districts of California and U.S. Cour
Admitted: 1995

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