$ 300-550 per hour
Carol Ann Hunter Peters
About Carol
Biography
I worked at the LA County Dept. of Public Social Services (D.P.S.S.) for eleven (11) years after which I was awarded my 10-year pin. I worked as an Eligibility Worker (Intake and Approved, both), Eligibility Worker Supervisor, and Administrative Assistant in the Public Inquiry and Appeals section, which is like a 'Complaint Dept'. My job was to know the EAS/Eligibility and Assistance Standards manual AND work out solutions when problems had been properly decided in the first place, according to the rules. This was like doing puzzles, both on the phone and by letter correspondence.
I attended Whittier-Beverly Law School at night ~ which was another way of doing puzzles. I'd won a math contest years earlier so thought "Verbal Geometry" was fun. Night School worked well for me, because 3 classes a semester enabled me to concentrate on each class 1 evening at a time: either M, T, Th ~ or M, W, Th.
I was pleased that I did well but surprised: The two fields were a bit similar, each seeking solutions. As a SOCIAL WORKER, my job was to ask "How do you FEEL about that?" to figure out how to establish Eligibility; as a LAWYER my job is ask "What do you want to DO about that?" to identify some legal remedies ~ and so is more satisfying as a "Mrs. Fix-It person" ~ which supports the purpose of The Law.
Since 1994 I have had a continuous AV rating with Martindale-Hubbell based on peer-review (as an Attorney who is highly ethical and has highest knowledge) and listed in their Bar Register of Pre-Eminent Lawyers.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 48 years
State: California
Acquired: 1977
No misconduct found
Location
Carol A. Peters, Esq.
Law Office of Carol A. Peters, 99 So. Chester Avenue; Suite 102, Pasadena, CA, 91106
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Carol Ann Hunter Peters's Reviews
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Posted by Jasmine | November 25, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
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Carol Ann Hunter Peters well informed me on what possible rights I may have with my grandmother
Carol Ann Hunter Peters's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ms. Peters brings an enormous amount of hands-on life and professional experience to her Avvo answers. Those answers are accurate, analytic, and customized to the needs of the Avvo askers. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney."
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"Ms. Peters has made a substantial number of contributions on Avvo.com. I have read several of her contributions and have found them to be thoughtful, informative and practical. I endorse this lawyer's work."
"I was very fortunate to learn many aspects of Elder Law from Carol Peters. She is by far one of the most knowledgeable lawyers in Los Angeles. County in this area. You will do well to hire her as your counsel."
"I've known Carol longer than I should say, but she was introduced to me by a mentor in the early days of my practice, and I didn't know then just how valuable a resource she is to the elder law community, but I certainly do now. She's extremely knowledgeable, cares about her clients, is expert in the field and in navigating the ethical traps in this area, provides practical counsel and clients and attorneys in the Los Angeles area are lucky to have her."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is smart, articulate and cares about her clients. Carol is a wonderful source of information for other attorneys and great in court."
"Ms. Peters is perceptive and very analytical; she will spot an issue and hone in on it. She has a helpful way of dealing with clients, and people enjoy working with her. I recommend her in any probate or conservatorship case involving continuing client contact."
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Experience
Honors
2022
SuperLawyer, Martindale-Hubbell®
2021
SuperLawyer, Martindale-Hubbell®
2020
SuperLawyer, Martindale-Hubbell®
2019
SuperLawyer, Martindale-Hubbell®
2018
SuperLawyer, Martindale-Hubbell®
2010
Bar Register of Preeminent Women Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell®
2010
A.V. rating by peers., Martindale-Hubbell®
2009
A.V. rating by peers, Martindale-Hubbell®
2008
A.V. rating by peers, Martindale-Hubbell®
2007
A.V. rating by peers, Martindale-Hubbell®
2006
A.V. rating by peers, Martindale-Hubbell®
2005
A.V. rating by peers, Martindale-Hubbell®
2004
A.V. rating by peers, Martindale-Hubbell®
2003
Bar Register of Pre-Eminent Lawyers (national), Martindale-Hubbell®
2003
A.V. rating by peers, Martindale-Hubbell®
2002
A.V. rating by peers, Martindale-Hubbell®
2002
A.V. rating by peers, Martindale-Hubbell®
2001
A.V. rating by peers, Martindale-Hubbell®
2001
Bar Register of Pre-Eminent Lawyers (national), Martindale-Hubbell®
2000
A.V. rating by peers, Martindale-Hubbell®
1999
Bar Register of Pre-Eminent Lawyers (national), Martindale-Hubbell®
1999
A.V. rating by peers, Martindale-Hubbell®
1998
A.V. rating by peers, Martindale-Hubbell®
1997
A.V. rating by peers, Martindale-Hubbell®
1996
A.V. rating by peers, Martindale-Hubbell®
1995
A.V. rating by peers, Martindale-Hubbell®
1994
Bar Register of Pre-Eminent Lawyers (national), Martindale-Hubbell®
1994
A.V. rating by peers, Martindale-Hubbell®
1977
American Jurisprudence Award - Personal Property, Bancroft-Whitney
Work Experience
1964 - 1975
Administrative Assistant/Complaint Analyst (Welfare), D.P.S.S./Dept. of Public Social Services of LA County
Associations
2019 - Present
Solheim Senior Community (CCRC)Board Member
2012 - Present
SCBCC/So Calif Bioethics Committee ConsortiumLay Member
1999 - Present
Heritage Clinic: CFAR: Center For Aging ResourcesBoard Member
1997 - Present
WSGV FRT: Fiduciary RoundTableMember/Participant
1985 - Present
LA County Bar AssociationMember
1984 - Present
Pasadena Bar AssociationMember
1983 - Present
HMH Bioethics CommitteeLay member
1983 - Present
SGV EATF: Elder Abuse CoalitionMember/Presenter
2009 - 2011
SCN Legal Advisory CommitteeMember
2007 - 2018
FootprintersMember
2004 - 2009
Hospice of Pasadena/Hospice LegacyMember
1999 - 2010
LA County's DMH's HOARDING TASKFORCEMember/Participant and Instructor
1998 - 2009
St. Mark's Episcopal Church, Altadena, CAChancellor
Sample of Legal Cases
People vs. Michael Arthur Cooper
Videotape of elder admissible in crim prosecution to show Capacity
Mrs. Hunt vs. Mr. Cheatham
Enforced a 3-day TRO for 3 years; kept elder home!
Education
1977
Whittier Coll SOL
J.D.
1962
Pomona College (Claremont)
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
"Probate for Paralegals"
Creditors Claims, Ethics
2019
"Probate Boot Camp"
Creditors Claims, Ethics
2017
"Probate Boot Camp"
Creditors Claims, Ethics
2013
On-Line Instructor of Professional Fiduciary Licensing courses
"Conservatorship of Protected Persons"
2013
MCLE program by Lorman
"Trust Administration"/Special Needs Trusts
2012
On-Line Instructor of Professional Fiduciary Licensing courses
"Conservatorship of Protected Persons"
2011
On-Line Instructor for Professional Fiduciary Licensing courses
"Conservatorship of Protected Persons"
2010
On-line Instructor for Professional Fiduciary Licensing courses
"Conservatorship of Protected Persons"
2009
On-Line Instructor for Professional Fiduciary licensing courses
"Practice Management for the Professional Fiduciary"
2009
On-Line Instructor for Professional Fiduciary licensing courses
"Conservatorship of Protected Persons"
2008
On-Line Instructor for Professional Fiduciary licensing courses
"Practice Management for the Professional Fiduciary"
2008
On-Line Instructor for Professional Fiduciary licensing courses
"Conservatorship of Protected Persons"
2007
On-Line Instructor for Professional Fiduciary licensing courses
"Practice Management for the Professional Fiduciary"
2007
In-Person Instructor for PF licensing course
"A Day In The Life of a Conservator"
2006
On-line Instructor for Professional Fiduciary licensing courses
"Conservatorship of Protected Person"
2005
MCLE program by S.E.S.
"Planning For Estates Without Estate Tax Concerns"
2005
MCLE program by NBI
"California Elder Care Planning: How to Protect Assets and Provide for Services"
2005
MCLE program by Lorman
"Medi-Cal and Elder Law Issues in California"
2004
MCLE program by S.E.S.
"Elder Law"
2003
MCLE program by Lorman
"Medi-Cal and Elder Law Issues in California"
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
HOW CAN I GET AN INFORMATION ABOUT HEALTH OF THE LOVED ONE "CONSERVED" BY THE PUBLIC GUARDIAN IN CA ?
05 Dec 2021
Q&A
CAN (DO) A CONSERVATORSHIP(S) EXIST BETWEEN A BENEFICIARY OF OUTPATIENT PSYCH SERVICES?
05 Dec 2021
Q&A
Do I have a case if I sue my health insurance/doctors?
30 Nov 2021
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Why does CONFIDENTIALITY matter?
10 Nov 2014
Legal Guide
What is a CareGiver?
03 Nov 2014
Legal Guide
Who should have a copy of your AHCD/Advance Health Care Directive?
12 Feb 2009