Atty. Pezhman Pakneshan

Atty. Pezhman Pakneshan

Pezhman Pakneshan is a lawyer practicing dui defense, drunk driving, dmv and 5 other areas of law. Pezhman received a degree from The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania in 2003, and has been licensed for 22 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About Pezhman Pakneshan at a glance

Pezhman Pakneshan is a Senior Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at The Pakneshan Firm. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, expungement, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in California (2004). Educated at University of Pennsylvania Law School (J.D., 2003) and The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania (Certificate, 2003). Provides legal services in Spanish Portuguese. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Pezhman Pakneshan is a lawyer practicing dui defense, drunk driving, dmv and 5 other areas of law
  • Pezhman received a degree from The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania in 2003, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Pezhman practices at The Pakneshan Firm in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Pezhman Pakneshan's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Expungement & Sealing

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Civil Rights

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 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 Pezhman Pakneshan

Where is Pezhman Pakneshan's law office located?
Pezhman Pakneshan's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is The Pakneshan Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Pezhman Pakneshan handle?
Pezhman Pakneshan focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, expungement, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Pezhman Pakneshan practiced law?
Pezhman Pakneshan has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
What languages does Pezhman Pakneshan speak?
Pezhman Pakneshan provides legal services in Spanish Portuguese. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Pezhman Pakneshan go to law school?
Pezhman Pakneshan earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (Certificate, 2003).
How can I contact Pezhman Pakneshan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania Law School
- 2003
Certificate
The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania
- 2003

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2004

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