Peter Laboskey, Estate Planning Attorney in San Jose, California
Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Estate Planning and Tax · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatHopkins & Carley A Law Corporation
San Jose, CA
Practicing estate planning in San Jose since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Peter Laboskey is a shareholder based in San Jose, CA. The practice focuses on Estate Planning and Tax. Peter has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hopkins & Carley A Law Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- San Jose, CA
- Experience
- over 50 years
- Known for
- Estate Planning · Tax
- Handles Estate Planning and Tax matters from San Jose, CA.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Peter Laboskey: Peter Laboskey is a shareholder based in San Jose, CA. The practice focuses on Estate Planning and Tax. Peter has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hopkins & Carley A Law Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Peter Laboskey
Peter concentrates on estate planning and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Peter handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Estate Planning cases in San Jose, California
Peter takes estate planning matters in San Jose, 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.
Tax cases in San Jose, California
Peter takes tax matters in San Jose, 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
About Peter Laboskey — Over 50 years of California estate planning experience
Peter Laboskey is a shareholder based in San Jose, CA. The practice focuses on Estate Planning and Tax. Peter has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hopkins & Carley A Law Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Peter Laboskey is a lawyer practicing estate planning, tax. Peter received a B.A. degree from Occidental College in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years. Peter practices at Hopkins & Carley A Law Corporation in San Jose, CA.
Peter's approach to estate planning cases
Peter Laboskey is a lawyer practicing estate planning, tax. Peter received a B.A. degree from Occidental College in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years. Peter practices at Hopkins & Carley A Law Corporation in San Jose, CA.
The kind of cases Peter takes
Peter reviews new inquiries case-by-case for estate planning and tax matters in San Jose and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Peter Laboskey's legal education and bar admissions
Santa Clara University
J.D. · 1976
Occidental College
B.A. · 1972
Jurisdictions
Peter's state bar admissions
California
1976 · ACTIVE
Peter studied at J.D. in Santa Clara University and B.A. in Occidental College.
Law school and academic background
Peter completed J.D. in Santa Clara University and B.A. in Occidental College. 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.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Peter Laboskey
Peter has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Peter's professional memberships and bar associations
Santa Clara County Bar Association State Bar of California
membership
Locations
Peter Laboskey's office in San Jose
Peter's primary office is at The Letitia Bldg., 70 S. First St., San Jose, CA, 95113-2406. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Hopkins & Carley A Law Corporation
The Letitia Bldg., 70 S. First St.
San Jose, CA 95113-2406
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Client reviews of Peter Laboskey — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Peter. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing estate planning attorneys in San Jose.
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How to hire Peter Laboskey — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new estate planning 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 estate planning attorney in San Jose, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many estate planning 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 estate planning practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every estate planning 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 estate planning practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Peter Laboskey
How much does it cost to hire Peter for a estate planning 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 estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Peter's current terms during booking.
How long do estate planning cases in California typically take?
Simple estate planning 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 San Jose?
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 estate planning 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
Estate Planning attorneys serving San Jose, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Peter handles estate planning matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified estate planning attorneys in that community.
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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