Atty. Peter Wayne Alfert
Peter Wayne Alfert is a lawyer practicing plaintiffs personal injury, wrongful death, products liability and 12 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from St.
Plaintiffs Personal Injury & More Attorney · Serving Walnut Creek, CA · 48+ Years Experience
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About Peter Wayne Alfert at a Glance
Peter Wayne Alfert is a Partner based in Walnut Creek, California, practicing at Hinton, Alfert, Sumner & Kaufmann. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, product liability, and tbi/sci. Admitted to practice in California (1978) and U.S. District Court, Northern and Eastern Districts of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth C (1978). Educated at University of San Francisco (J.D., 1978) and St. Mary's College (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Walnut Creek, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter Wayne Alfert
- Peter Wayne Alfert is a lawyer practicing plaintiffs personal injury, wrongful death, products liability and 12 other areas of law
- Peter received a B.A. degree from St. Mary's College in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
- Peter practices at Hinton, Alfert, Sumner & Kaufmann in Walnut Creek, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Peter Wayne Alfert's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Wayne Alfert handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Walnut Creek.
Car Accidents in Walnut Creek
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Peter Wayne Alfert is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in California →
Wrongful Death in Walnut Creek
Peter Wayne Alfert is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in California →
Personal Injury in Walnut Creek
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Peter Wayne Alfert is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →
Product Liability in Walnut Creek
Peter Wayne Alfert is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in California →
Brain & Spinal Cord Injury in Walnut Creek
Peter Wayne Alfert is one of 10,159 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Walnut Creek
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 Walnut Creek 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.
Walnut Creek Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Walnut Creek-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 Walnut Creek Choose Peter Wayne Alfert
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 Wayne Alfert's practice in the field of car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, product liability, and tbi/sci.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter Wayne Alfert brings 48+ 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 U.S. District Court, Northern and Eastern Districts of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth C, Peter Wayne Alfert can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, wrongful death, and personal injury, Peter Wayne Alfert can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Walnut Creek
A Walnut Creek-based practice means Peter Wayne Alfert 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 Wayne Alfert Handles in Walnut Creek
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Peter Wayne Alfert 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.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Peter Wayne Alfert directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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