Atty. Steven Frank Petersen

Atty. Steven Frank Petersen

Steven Frank Petersen is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, family law and 6 other areas of law. Steven received a B.S. degree from University of Oregon in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years.

San Diego San Diego 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven Frank Petersen at a glance

Steven Frank Petersen is an Of Counsel based in San Diego, California, practicing at The Drakulich Firm. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on divorce, trusts, wrongful death, personal injury, and family law. Admitted to practice in Nevada United States Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court f (1972). Educated at University of San Francisco (J.D., 1972) and University of Oregon (B.S., 1969). Active member of The State Bar of Nevada. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Steven Frank Petersen is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, family law and 6 other areas of law
  • Steven received a B.S. degree from University of Oregon in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Steven practices at The Drakulich Firm in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Frank Petersen's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Trusts

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Wrongful Death

Steven Frank Petersen is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in California →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Steven Frank Petersen is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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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 Diego 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 Steven Frank Petersen

Where is Steven Frank Petersen's law office located?
Steven Frank Petersen's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is The Drakulich Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven Frank Petersen handle?
Steven Frank Petersen focuses on divorce, trusts, wrongful death, personal injury, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Steven Frank Petersen practiced law?
Steven Frank Petersen has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Steven Frank Petersen go to law school?
Steven Frank Petersen earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.S., 1969).
How can I contact Steven Frank Petersen for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of San Francisco
- 1972
B.S.
University of Oregon
- 1969

Bar Admissions

Nevada United States Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court f
Admitted: 1972

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