Peter Anthony Fitzpatrick

ACCOMPLISHED

Having represented over 10,000 criminal clients, with over fifteen years of experience as a respected and successful San Francisco Criminal Defense lawyer, and having tried over forty cases to verdict, Peter is committed ensuring his Client’s Constitutional rights are protected during any interaction with city, state, or federal governmental agencies. Regardless of the notoriety, severity, or complexity of each particular case, as a sucessful and experienced criminal defense attorney Peter understands the emotional drain litigation causes on a plaintiff or defendant participant. Peter works closely with a team of investigators, jury consultants and other top experts he has assembled over the course of his practice. Peter is equally adept at handling complex white-collar cases, sensational murders, and the full range of less serious criminal cases. In recognition of his success at thorough preparation, shrewd strategizing and courtroom skills , Peter was named as a lawyer that other criminal defense lawyers, prosecutors, and police officers would choose to represent them should the need arise. For information about some of Peter’s newsworthy cases please see the News page.

COMMITTED

Peter has focused his professional development upon attaining an expertise in trial practice. To this end he lived for three weeks on a ranch in Dubois Wyoming attending famed trial lawyer’s Gerry Spence’s nationally acclaimed Trial Lawyers College and regularly refreshes his practical trial skills.

RESPECTED

Peter received his Bachelor of Arts with a major in History and a minor in Philosophy from Saint Mary’s College of California. He received his Juris Doctorate from Golden Gate University with a specialization in Litigation. He has since served as an Adjunct Professor of Criminal Trial Skills at the Hastings School of Law Trial. He is admitted to practice in the State of California and a number of federal courts, including the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit and the United States Supreme Court.

Peter’s admirers include judges (“He is exceedingly prepared, leaves no stone unturned,’”—unnamed judge,) prosecutors, and defense attorneys.

Among defense lawyers, his fans include some of the most experienced attorneys in the Bay Area and the country.  ”Peter Fitzpatrick is one of the most tenacious and aggressive trial attorneys I have ever known.  I would highly recommend him to handle any criminal matter.”   Teresa Caffese, former Chief Attorney, San Francisco Public Defender’s Office, Named as a Top Women Litigator by the Daily Journal.

Criminal Defense

Defending your rights in San Francisco:

Facing criminal charges can be terrifying to anyone.  You, or your loved one’s, life and liberty are on the line – it is critical that you speak with skilled, qualified attorney who will prepare an aggressive defense strategy in order to protect you, or your loved one’s, constitutional rights and future.  An experienced, highly skilled defense attorney may mean the difference between a prison sentence and reduced or dismissed charges.  San Francisco Criminal Defense lawyer Peter A. Fitzpatrick is a highly-acclaimed litigator who has the experience and legal knowledge that one needs when facing serious criminal charges.  Mr. Fitzpatrick works closely with every client throughout the entire criminal process in order to achieve the best possible results for their case.

Regardless of whether someone is facing a misdemeanor charge or multiple serious felony charges – they should have the best possible defense to help ensure that they are not the victim of overzealous prosecutors and overly harsh punishments and consequences.  Our firm defends the following types of criminal cases:

• Criminal Defense
• Appeals / Post Convictions
• Arson
• Assault / Battery
• Child Abuse
• Criminal Threats
• Domestic Violence
• Drug Offenses
• DUI Defense
• Federal Crimes
• Felony Defense
• Fraud Crimes
• Hate Crimes
• Kidnapping
• Murder / Manslaughter
• Sex Crimes
• Stalking
• Theft Offenses
• Third Strike Cases
• Vehicular Manslaughter
• Weapons Charges
• White Collar Crimes

Choosing the Right San Francisco Criminal Defense Lawyer

My firm has extensive experience handling a wide range of criminal defense cases in San Francisco.  I understand that you are worried about your, or your loved one’s, future, which is why I’ve devoted my firm to protecting the rights of those who have been accused of criminal offenses. Let my unparalleled dedication to excellence in the field of criminal defense work for you.

Contact San Francisco’s Premier Criminal Defense Attorney at the firm today.

1500 20th Street
San Francisco, CA 94107

(415) 920-0423 Ext. 3  (Office)

(415) 271-9508              (Mobile)

Email: Peter@PAFLAW.com

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