Atty. Peter Yu

Atty. Peter Yu

Peter Yu is a lawyer practicing general practice, litigation. Peter received a B.A. degree from International Relations and Economics, Tufts University in 1993, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Santa Monica Santa Monica 27 Years Experience 27 year
Call (213) 329-7987

Profile Summary

About Peter Yu at a glance

Peter Yu is a litigation attorney based in Santa Monica, California. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Admitted to practice in New York (1999) and California U.S. District Court for the Central District of California U.S. District Court for the So (2007). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 1996) and International Relations and Economics, Tufts University (B.A., 1993). Serves clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Peter Yu is a lawyer practicing general practice, litigation
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from International Relations and Economics, Tufts University in 1993, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Peter practices in Santa Monica, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Yu's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 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

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Where is Peter Yu's law office located?
Peter Yu's law practice is located in Santa Monica, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Yu handle?
Peter Yu focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Peter Yu practiced law?
Peter Yu has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Peter Yu go to law school?
Peter Yu earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1993).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
New York University School of Law
- 1996
B.A.
International Relations and Economics, Tufts University
- 1993

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1999
California U.S. District Court for the Central District of California U.S. District Court for the So
Admitted: 2007

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