Atty. Peter Madsen Appleton
Mr. Peter Madsen Appleton is a lawyer practicing employment law, business litigation, employment litigation and 6 other areas of law.
Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 59+ Years Experience
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About Peter Madsen Appleton at a Glance
Peter Madsen Appleton is an Of Counsel based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Stapke And Harris Llp. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on probate, employment, business, real estate, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1967) and Oregon (2000). Educated at University of California at Los Angeles (J.D., 1967) and University of California at Los Angeles (A.B., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Beverly Hills. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter Madsen Appleton
- Mr. Peter Madsen Appleton is a lawyer practicing employment law, business litigation, employment litigation and 6 other areas of law
- Peter received a A.B. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years
- Peter practices at Stapke & Harris, LLP in Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Peter Madsen Appleton's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Madsen Appleton handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Probate in Los Angeles
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Employment Law in Los Angeles
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Peter Madsen Appleton is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in Los Angeles
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Peter Madsen Appleton is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Real Estate Law in Los Angeles
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Peter Madsen Appleton is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →
Estate & Trust Litigation in Los Angeles
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
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 venue, 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.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Los Angeles Choose Peter Madsen Appleton
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Peter Madsen Appleton's practice in the field of probate, employment, business, real estate, and estate litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter Madsen Appleton brings 59+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California and Oregon, Peter Madsen Appleton can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, employment, and business, Peter Madsen Appleton can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means Peter Madsen Appleton attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Peter Madsen Appleton Handles in Los Angeles
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