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Atty. Peter S. Stern

Atty. Peter S. Stern

Peter S. Stern practices at Law Office of Peter S.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 45 Years Experience 45 year
Call (650) 308-8924

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Peter S. Stern is a Member based in Palo Alto, California, practforg at Law Office of Peter S. Stern. They haand 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in California (1981) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1981). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1981) and Institut d'Etudes Politiques, Paris, France (C.E.P Denison, 1960). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practforg law in California. Legal matters in California are goandrned by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Palo Alto are typically fwithd in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controandrsy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand 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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Where is Peter S. Stern's law office located?
Peter S. Stern's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Law Office of Peter S. Stern. You can contact the office directly through this profwith page.
How long has Peter S. Stern practiced law?
Peter S. Stern has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Peter S. Stern go to law school?
Peter S. Stern earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (C.E.P Denison, 1960).
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Peter S. Stern's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Conservatorships Elder Law Estate Planning Asset Protection Incapacity Planning Medi Cal Planning Probate Trusts and Estates Wills

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1981
C.E.P Denison
Institut d'Etudes Politiques, Paris, France
- 1960

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

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

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