Peter F. Buxton, General Attorney in the United States
Over 45 years of legal practice · focused on General and Personal Injury
Panorama Legal
Practicing general since 1981.
- 45+
- Years practicing
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Peter F. Buxton is a panorama legal based in Surrey, BC. The practice focuses on General and Personal Injury. Peter has over 45 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Surrey, BC
- Experience
- over 45 years
- Known for
- General · Personal Injury
- Handles General and Personal Injury matters from Surrey, BC.
- Over 45 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Peter F. Buxton: Peter F. Buxton is a panorama legal based in Surrey, BC. The practice focuses on General and Personal Injury. Peter has over 45 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Peter takes on
Peter concentrates on general and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Peter handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases nationwide
Peter takes general matters nationwide. 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.
Personal Injury cases nationwide
Peter takes personal injury matters nationwide. 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 F. Buxton — general lawyer in the U.S.
Peter F. Buxton is a panorama legal based in Surrey, BC. The practice focuses on General and Personal Injury. Peter has over 45 years of legal experience.
Peter F. Buxton is a lawyer practicing personal injury, icbc. Peter F. received a B.A. degree from University of British Columbia in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years. Peter F. practices in Surrey, BC.
How Peter handles general matters
Peter F. Buxton is a lawyer practicing personal injury, icbc. Peter F. received a B.A. degree from University of British Columbia in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years. Peter F. practices in Surrey, BC.
Who Peter represents
Peter reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and personal injury matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of British Columbia
LL.B. · 1980
University of British Columbia
B.A. · 1977
Jurisdictions
Peter's state bar admissions
British Columbia
1981 · ACTIVE
Peter studied at LL.B. in University of British Columbia and B.A. in University of British Columbia.
Law school and academic background
Peter completed LL.B. in University of British Columbia and B.A. in University of British Columbia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Peter runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Peter's professional memberships and bar associations
Canadian Bar Association Law Society of British Columbia Trial lawyers Association of British Columbia
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Locations
Peter F. Buxton's office in Surrey
Peter's primary office is at 309 - 5577 153A St., Surrey, BC, V3S 5K7. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Peter F. Buxton — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general 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 general attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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 general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Peter F. Buxton
How much does it cost to hire Peter for a general 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 general attorneys offer free consults — check Peter's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in this state typically take?
Simple general 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 the area?
Peter evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Peter's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
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 general clients right now?
Peter's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.