Atty. Peter Trieu

Atty. Peter Trieu

Peter Trieu is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trust law, probate and 4 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years.

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Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 27+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Peter Trieu at a Glance

Peter Trieu is a Rowbotham & Co., LLP based in San Francisco, California. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, and estate tax. Admitted to practice in California (1999). Educated at University of California, Hasting College of Law (J.D., 1999) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A., 1996). Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Peter Trieu

  • Peter Trieu is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trust law, probate and 4 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Peter practices in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Trieu's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Trieu handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.

Trusts in San Francisco

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Probate in San Francisco

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Estate Planning & Probate in San Francisco

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

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Tax Law in San Francisco

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

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Estate & Gift Tax in San Francisco

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in San Francisco

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 San Francisco 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.

San Francisco Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a San Francisco-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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Peter Trieu

Where is Peter Trieu's law office located?
Peter Trieu's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Trieu handle?
Peter Trieu focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, estate tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Peter Trieu practiced law?
Peter Trieu has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Peter Trieu go to law school?
Peter Trieu earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Peter Trieu for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in San Francisco Choose Peter Trieu

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 Trieu's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, and estate tax.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Peter Trieu brings 27+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering trusts, probate, and estate planning, Peter Trieu can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in San Francisco

A San Francisco-based practice means Peter Trieu 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 Trieu Handles in San Francisco

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Peter Trieu has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Last wills and testaments
Estate Planning
Revocable living trusts
Estate Planning
Powers of attorney
Estate Planning
Probate proceedings
Estate Planning
IRS audit representation
Tax
Tax lien and levy defense
Tax
Offer in compromise
Tax
Business tax planning
Tax

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Peter Trieu directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Education & Law School Background

J.D.
University of California, Hasting College of Law
- 1999
B.A.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1996

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

California
Admitted: 1999

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