Atty. Steven Peter Buffone
Steven Peter Buffone is a lawyer practicing commercial, debt collection, mergers and acquisitions and 7 other areas of law. Steven received a degree from Cornell University in 1984, and has been licensed for 42 years.
Commercial & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 42+ Years Experience
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About Steven Peter Buffone at a Glance
Steven Peter Buffone is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Gibson Dunn And Crutcher Llp. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, creditor rights, consumer, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in California (1984) and New York (1993). Educated at Cornell University (Juris Doctor, 1984). Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Steven Peter Buffone
- Steven Peter Buffone is a lawyer practicing commercial, debt collection, mergers and acquisitions and 7 other areas of law
- Steven received a degree from Cornell University in 1984, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Steven practices at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP in Los Angeles, CA and 1 other location
Practice Areas Explained
Steven Peter Buffone's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven Peter Buffone handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Business & Corporate Law in Los Angeles
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Los Angeles
Steven Peter Buffone is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in California →
Creditor Rights & Collections in Los Angeles
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Consumer Protection in Los Angeles
Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.
Steven Peter Buffone is one of 50,226 consumer attorneys indexed nationally. Browse consumer attorneys in California →
Entertainment & Sports Law in Los Angeles
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
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 Los Angeles 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 venue, 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.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Los Angeles Choose Steven Peter Buffone
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Steven Peter Buffone's practice in the field of business, m&a, creditor rights, consumer, and entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Steven Peter Buffone brings 42+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California and New York, Steven Peter Buffone can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, m&a, and creditor rights, Steven Peter Buffone can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means Steven Peter Buffone attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Steven Peter Buffone Handles in Los Angeles
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Steven Peter Buffone has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Steven Peter Buffone directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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