Atty. Peter Spero

Atty. Peter Spero

Peter Spero is a lawyer practicing government, asset protection, offshore trusts and 5 other areas of law. Peter received a B.S. degree from California State University at Los Angeles in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Santa Monica Santa Monica 53 Years Experience 53 year
Call (310) 904-0407

Profile Summary

About Peter Spero at a glance

Peter Spero is a trusts, estate planning, bankruptcy, tax, and government attorney based in Santa Monica, California. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Admitted to practice in California (1973), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1983), and U.S. Tax Court (1984). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1973) and California State University at Los Angeles (B.S. New, 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Peter Spero is a lawyer practicing government, asset protection, offshore trusts and 5 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.S. degree from California State University at Los Angeles in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Peter practices in Santa Monica, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Spero's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Peter Spero is one of 94,411 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Peter Spero is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Peter Spero is one of 95,723 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Peter Spero is one of 77,130 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in California →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Peter Spero is one of 118,414 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in California →

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 Santa Monica 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter Spero

Where is Peter Spero's law office located?
Peter Spero's law practice is located in Santa Monica, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Spero handle?
Peter Spero focuses on trusts, estate planning, bankruptcy, tax, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Peter Spero practiced law?
Peter Spero has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Peter Spero go to law school?
Peter Spero earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.S. New, 1970).
How can I contact Peter Spero for a consultation?
You can contact Peter Spero directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Peter Spero received?
Peter Spero's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Southwestern University School of Law
- 1973
B.S. New
California State University at Los Angeles
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1984

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