About Peter A.
Peter A. Duarte is a licensed attorney admitted to practice law in both California and Texas. He was admitted to the California State Bar in 2000 and holds bar number 207454. In Texas, he was admitted in 2000, with bar number 24027155. His licenses are currently in active status. Mr. Duarte is the principal attorney at the Law Offices of Peter A. Duarte, a criminal defense firm located in Santa Rosa, California. He serves clients throughout Northern California, including areas such as Mill Valley, Novato, San Rafael, Napa County, and San Francisco County.
Mr. Duarte earned his Juris Doctor degree from Western State University College of Law in 1998. Prior to law school, he completed his undergraduate education at Claremont McKenna College, receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1986. During his time at Western State University, he developed a strong foundation in legal principles, which has been instrumental in his successful legal career.
Mr. Duarte concentrates his practice in criminal defense, representing clients in a wide array of criminal matters, including DUI and DWI offenses, domestic violence, juvenile law, and white-collar crimes. He has extensive experience handling cases at all stages of litigation, from initial case evaluation and discovery to trial proceedings. His courtroom experience and negotiation skills have contributed to favorable outcomes for many clients.
Throughout his career, Mr. Duarte has been admitted to practice before several courts, including the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California, and the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California. He has also appeared before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. His extensive experience in both state and federal courts has equipped him to handle complex criminal cases effectively.
Mr. Duarte is an active member of the California State Bar Association and the State Bar of Texas. He is also a member of the Sonoma County Bar Association. Fluent in Spanish, he is able to serve the diverse communities of Northern California effectively. His commitment to providing comprehensive and diligent representation has earned him a reputation as a dedicated advocate for his clients.
