Atty. Robert Scott Petersmeyer

Atty. Robert Scott Petersmeyer

Robert Scott Petersmeyer is a lawyer practicing labor & employment. Robert received a B.A. degree from Lewis and Clark College in 2001, and has been licensed for 19 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 19 yrs experience 19 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert Scott Petersmeyer at a glance

Robert Scott Petersmeyer is an Associate based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Cooley LLP. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on employment. Admitted to practice in California (2007). Educated at Santa Clara University School of Law (J.D., 2007) and Lewis and Clark College (B.A. International, 2001). Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert Scott Petersmeyer is a lawyer practicing labor & employment
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from Lewis and Clark College in 2001, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • Robert practices at Cooley LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Scott Petersmeyer's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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 Palo Alto 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 Robert Scott Petersmeyer

Where is Robert Scott Petersmeyer's law office located?
Robert Scott Petersmeyer's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Cooley LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Scott Petersmeyer handle?
Robert Scott Petersmeyer focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Robert Scott Petersmeyer practiced law?
Robert Scott Petersmeyer has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Robert Scott Petersmeyer go to law school?
Robert Scott Petersmeyer earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.A. International, 2001).
How can I contact Robert Scott Petersmeyer for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Santa Clara University School of Law
- 2007
B.A. International
Lewis and Clark College
- 2001

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2007

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