Peter Barton Wilson, Entertainment Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 62 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, General, and Government
Of CounselatMorgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing entertainment in Los Angeles since 1964.
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- Years practicing
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Peter Barton Wilson is an of counsel based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Government. Peter has over 62 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP.
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- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 62 years
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- Entertainment · General · Government
- Handles Entertainment, General, and Government matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 62 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Peter Barton Wilson: Peter Barton Wilson is an of counsel based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Government. Peter has over 62 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Peter takes on
Peter concentrates on entertainment, general, government, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Peter handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment
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Entertainment cases in Los Angeles, California
Peter takes entertainment matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Peter agrees to represent you.
General cases in Los Angeles, California
Peter takes general matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Peter agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Los Angeles, California
Peter takes government matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Peter agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Los Angeles, California
Peter takes real estate matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Peter agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Peter Barton Wilson — entertainment lawyer in Los Angeles
Peter Barton Wilson is an of counsel based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Government. Peter has over 62 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP.
Peter Barton Wilson is a lawyer practicing real estate, communications & media, government and 2 other areas of law. Peter received a degree from University of California Berkeley School of Law - Boalt Hall in 1962, and has been licensed for 62 years. Peter practices at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
How Peter handles entertainment matters
Peter Barton Wilson is a lawyer practicing real estate, communications & media, government and 2 other areas of law. Peter received a degree from University of California Berkeley School of Law - Boalt Hall in 1962, and has been licensed for 62 years. Peter practices at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
The kind of cases Peter takes
Peter reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, general, and government matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law JD - Juris Doctor
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University of California Berkeley School of Law - Boalt Hall
Juris Doctor · 1962
Jurisdictions
Peter's state bar admissions
Florida
1964 · ACTIVE
California
1964 · ACTIVE
Peter studied at — in University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law JD - Juris Doctor and Juris Doctor in University of California Berkeley School of Law - Boalt Hall.
Law school and academic background
Peter completed — in University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law JD - Juris Doctor and Juris Doctor in University of California Berkeley School of Law - Boalt Hall. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Peter runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Peter's professional memberships and bar associations
concentrating on the reform of primary and secondary education and national security issues. •The National World War II Museum, Chairman Emeritus of the Board of Trustees •President Bush's Foreign Intelligence Advisory Board, past member •Secretary of Def
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Locations
Peter Barton Wilson's office in Los Angeles
Peter's primary office is at 300 South Grand Avenue, Twenty-Second Floor, Los Angeles, CA, 90071-3132. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
300 South Grand Avenue, Twenty-Second Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90071-3132
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How to hire Peter Barton Wilson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Peter usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Peter charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Peter's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Peter will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Peter
Peter discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in entertainment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every entertainment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Peter confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Peter's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many entertainment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Peter Barton Wilson
How much does it cost to hire Peter for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Peter walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Peter offer a free consultation?
Peter charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Peter's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Peter's current terms during booking.
How long do entertainment cases in California typically take?
Simple entertainment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Peter gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Peter take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Peter is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Peter will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Peter?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Peter will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Peter accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Peter's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Entertainment attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Peter handles entertainment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified entertainment attorneys in that community.
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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