Atty. Philip Widtsoe Peters

Atty. Philip Widtsoe Peters

Philip Widtsoe Peters is a lawyer practicing business transactions, securities, renewable energy and clean technologies and 6 other areas of law. Philip received a B.A. degree from Tufts University in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Philip Widtsoe Peters at a glance

Philip Widtsoe Peters is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Farella Braun Martel Llp. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on formation, business, m&a, securities, and energy. Admitted to practice in California (1986) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1986). Educated at University of California, Boalt Hall School of Law (J.D., 1986) and Tufts University (B.A., 1981). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Philip Widtsoe Peters is a lawyer practicing business transactions, securities, renewable energy and clean technologies and 6 other areas of law
  • Philip received a B.A. degree from Tufts University in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Philip practices at Farella Braun + Martel LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Philip Widtsoe Peters's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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Energy & Utilities 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 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 Philip Widtsoe Peters

Where is Philip Widtsoe Peters's law office located?
Philip Widtsoe Peters's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Farella Braun Martel Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Philip Widtsoe Peters handle?
Philip Widtsoe Peters focuses on formation, business, m&a, securities, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Philip Widtsoe Peters practiced law?
Philip Widtsoe Peters has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Philip Widtsoe Peters go to law school?
Philip Widtsoe Peters earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Philip Widtsoe Peters for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California, Boalt Hall School of Law
- 1986
B.A.
Tufts University
- 1981

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1986

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