Michael Christian Peterson

Michael Christian Peterson

also known as Michael C. Peterson, CFLS

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 18 years

Family Lawyer at Palm Springs, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +2 more

225 S Civic Drive, Suite 1-3, Palm Springs, CA

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Child Custody 20%

17 years | 100 cases

20%
Child Support 20%

17 years | 200 cases

20%
Divorce and Separation 20%

17 years | 200 cases

20%
Domestic Violence 20%

17 years | 100 cases

20%
Family 20%

17 years | 160 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 375-395 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 16 years

State: California

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Washington for 18 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2007

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Thurman W. Arnold

225 S Civic Drive, Suite 1-3, Palm Springs, CA, 92262

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Michael Christian Peterson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

33 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 8 of 8 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Bill | September 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Family

Highly skilled, Genuine, Wants to win your case

I was thoroughly impressed and happy with having Michael C. Peterson represent me in my family law case. Michael's writing in the court declarations included thorough case-law references, and had the case won before we even showed up for court. At previous hearings, using other attorneys, I ...have always felt the expected nervousness of court. With Michael Peterson representing me, it was more like being at a concert. Whether the opposing party agreed to a negotiation or not, I was in a winning position either way, a vastly different experience from what I was accustomed. Michael really cared about my case, and was genuine in wanting to handle it correctly, which he did with confidence. I feel that he employs a healthy competitive attitude toward winning his cases, which benefits his clients a great deal. I consider him a “Jedi Master” in his profession, and I believe he is raising the bar in an area that has been fraught with mediocrity for far too long. Great job, Michael.

Posted by Charlie | January 29, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Goes above and beyound, Positive, Attentive,Honest, Caring

I can't give enough positive acclamations with regards to Michael Peterson. He is helping me through a very heartbreaking divorce and challenging custody petition for my son. Michael extends not just his legal expertise but his total concern for truth and justice in guiding and protecting me and my... family's future. Michael is genuine in his care that I have the best legal representation. His supporting staff at the Thurmond Arnold Firm are also attentive and strong in their support. I and my family are blessed to have Michael and his team. They are an answer to months of prayers for a strong, knowledgeable, caring and honest lawyer.

Posted by Debra | February 06, 2013

Outstanding representation!

Our attorney of choice is Mr. Michael Peterson. We have relied on the advise and representation of Mr. Peterson a few times over in the past five years for various reasons. His knowledge of the law in the areas he practices is outstanding. He is direct and precise, combined with compassion and co...mmitment to his clients. One conversation and you'll have a sense of complete relief because you know you are in good hands. We have had previous attorneys in past years, but honestly, Mr. Peterson is superior in intelligence and commitment. My husband and I highly recommend Mr. Peterson as your attorney.

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Michael Christian Peterson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Bradley Faber

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Michael is a formidable and knowledgeable opposing counsel, yet fair and compassionate.I highly recommend Michael to competently handle any family law matters. Moreover, he is a grande fellow. Anyone would like Mike."

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Laura Vocke

Family lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is a tenacious, motivated, and skilled lawyer. I recommend him for clients seeking a knowledgeable attorney in the Palm Spring area."

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Nathan Rosenberg

Family lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"My work with counsel was cordial, professional, and devoid of efforts to elevate the conflict within the family, resulting in the kind of Stipulated agreements for sharing children which we would hope to attain in our family law matters!"

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Mark Gershenson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael, although relatively new in the profession, is rapidly learning the ropes. He is bright, energetic, and committed to his clients."

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Barbara Kristal

Family lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is a fine lawyer and has shown himself to be knowledgeable, intelligent and fair. I would gladly recommend him to anyone considering hiring him."

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Thurman Arnold

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Mike is an outstanding up and coming young lawyer - truly the best I've encountered in more than a decade. I have the great good fortune that he has joined our firm. Not only is he as personable as they come, but he is extremely smart and well-educated in the old-fashioned sense of the word. While my practice is now focused on family law (along with decades of civil law trial experience), Mike is not only handling divorce and family law cases for the firm but is expanding our practice areas to include civil litigation of all sorts, and some probate and estate work. He is well liked and respected by our colleagues, and for good reason. You will not be disappointed by him."

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2017

Family Law Chairperson, Desert Bar Association

2015

Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California

2003

Recipiant, Phi Betta Kappa

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Attorney, Law Firm Of Thurman W. Arnold, III Certified Family Law Specialists

Associations

2015 - Present

Association of Certified Family Law Specialists

Member

2015 - Present

State Bar of California

Family Law Section

2011 - Present

Desert Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2007 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2009 - 2017

State Bar of California

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Confidential

Affirmed (won)

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Education

N/A

University of Oregon School of Law

N/A

University of Oregon

Speaking Engagements

N/A

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None to date

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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