Atty. Peter Wells McGaw

Atty. Peter Wells McGaw

Peter Wells McGaw is a lawyer practicing environmental law, wastewater and contaminants, water quality and storm water and 4 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Walnut Creek Walnut Creek 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter Wells McGaw at a glance

Peter Wells McGaw is an Of Counsel based in Walnut Creek, California, practicing at Archer Norris A Professional Law Corporation. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, zoning, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Northern, Central, and Eastern Districts of California U.S. Court of (1982). Educated at University of California, Berkeley School of Law (J.D., 1982) and Stanford University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Environmental Committee) Contra Costa Council (Executive Committee and Chief Legal Counsel 1999-present Chairman of the Board of Directors, 2006 Environmental and Manufacturing Task Force, Co-Chair, 1997-present, State Bar of California Industrial Association of Contra Costa County. Serands clients in Walnut Creek, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter Wells McGaw is a lawyer practicing environmental law, wastewater and contaminants, water quality and storm water and 4 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Peter practices at Archer Norris A Professional Law Corporation in Walnut Creek, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Wells McGaw's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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Land Use & Zoning

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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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 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter Wells McGaw

Where is Peter Wells McGaw's law office located?
Peter Wells McGaw's law practice is located in Walnut Creek, California. The firm is Archer Norris A Professional Law Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Wells McGaw handle?
Peter Wells McGaw focuses on business, real estate, zoning, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Peter Wells McGaw practiced law?
Peter Wells McGaw has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Peter Wells McGaw go to law school?
Peter Wells McGaw earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Peter Wells McGaw for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Peter Wells McGaw received?
Peter Wells McGaw's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Berkeley School of Law
- 1982
B.A.
Stanford University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Northern, Central, and Eastern Districts of California U.S. Court of
Admitted: 1982

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