Atty. Richard David Petersen

Atty. Richard David Petersen

Richard David Petersen is a lawyer. Richard received a B.A. degree from California State University at Fullerton in 1976, and has been licensed for 41 years.

San Bernardino San Bernardino 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About Richard David Petersen at a glance

Richard David Petersen is a Dep. Dist. Atty. based in San Bernardino, California. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in California (1985). Educated at Western State University (J.D., 1984) and California State University at Fullerton (B.A., 1976). Serands clients in San Bernardino, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard David Petersen is a lawyer
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from California State University at Fullerton in 1976, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Richard practices in San Bernardino, CA

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 Bernardino 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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Richard David Petersen's law practice is located in San Bernardino, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Richard David Petersen has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
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Richard David Petersen earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1976).
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Education

J.D.
Western State University
- 1984
B.A.
California State University at Fullerton
- 1976

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1985

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