Atty. Peter M. Waneis

Atty. Peter M. Waneis

Peter M. Waneis is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Labor and Employment.

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Profile Summary

About Peter M. Waneis at a glance

Peter M. Waneis is a employment and litigation attorney based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Jackson Lewis PC. Educated at University of California Irvine (J.D., 2014). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Peter M. Waneis is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • Peter M., who practices law in Los Angeles, California, has been recognized since 2022
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Peter M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Peter M. Waneis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter M. Waneis 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.

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Los Angeles 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 M. Waneis

Where is Peter M. Waneis's law office located?
Peter M. Waneis's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Jackson Lewis PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter M. Waneis handle?
Peter M. Waneis focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
Where did Peter M. Waneis go to law school?
Peter M. Waneis earned their education at (J.D., 2014).
How can I contact Peter M. Waneis for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Peter M. Waneis received?
Peter M. Waneis's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment.

Education

J.D.
University of California Irvine
- 2014

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026

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