Atty. Peter Schermerho Smith

Atty. Peter Schermerho Smith

Peter Schermerho Smith is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, arbitration, mediation. Peter received a A.B. degree from University of California in 1955, and has been licensed for 65 years.

Monterey Park Monterey Park 65 yrs experience 65 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter Schermerho Smith at a glance

Peter Schermerho Smith is a Ret. Supr. Ct. J. based in Monterey Park, California. They have 65+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1961. Their practice focuses on adr. Admitted to practice in California (1961). Educated at Loyola University of Los Angeles (J.D., 1960) and University of California (A.B., 1955). Serands clients in Monterey Park, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Peter Schermerho Smith is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, arbitration, mediation
  • Peter received a A.B. degree from University of California in 1955, and has been licensed for 65 years
  • Peter practices in Monterey Park, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Schermerho Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Schermerho Smith 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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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 Monterey Park 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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Where is Peter Schermerho Smith's law office located?
Peter Schermerho Smith's law practice is located in Monterey Park, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Schermerho Smith handle?
Peter Schermerho Smith focuses on adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Peter Schermerho Smith practiced law?
Peter Schermerho Smith has 65+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1961.
Where did Peter Schermerho Smith go to law school?
Peter Schermerho Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1960); (A.B., 1955).
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Education

J.D.
Loyola University of Los Angeles
- 1960
A.B.
University of California
- 1955

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1961

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