Peter F. Goldscheider

Practice areas

Criminal Defense, Appellate, Criminal Defense: DUI/DWI, Criminal Defense: White Collar

Focus areas

Appeals, Assault & Battery, Criminal Domestic Violence, Criminal Fraud, Criminal Law, Criminal Law – Federal, DUI/DWI, Expungement, Felony, Juvenile Delinquency, Misdemeanor, Motor Vehicle Offenses, Murder, Parole, Probation, Sex Offenses, Theft, White Collar Crime

Attorney Peter F. Goldscheider practices criminal defense law at the Law Offices of Peter F. Goldscheider located in Palo Alto, California. He offers legal representation for a wide range of criminal defense cases, including DUI/DWI and white collar crimes. Serving clients in the Palo Alto region, Mr. Goldscheider holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Rochester, where he graduated with honors (cum laude). He furthered his education by earning a degree from Stanford Law School. His expertise in criminal law has been officially recognized through his certification as a specialist in this field since 1981.

With a legal career spanning several decades, Mr. Goldscheider has been authorized to practice law in California since 1972. He is also licensed to appear before esteemed legal bodies, including the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit, and the Supreme Court of the United States.

Throughout his professional journey, Mr. Goldscheider has actively participated in various bar associations. He has held notable roles, such as serving on the board of directors and the client relations committee of the San Mateo County Bar Association. He maintains memberships in several legal associations, including the Palo Alto Area Bar Association, the Santa Clara County Bar Association, the State Bar of California, the California Public Defenders Association, and California Attorneys for Criminal Justice. Nationally, he is associated with the National Association for Criminal Defense Lawyers.

Mr. Goldscheider’s dedication to his profession has garnered him significant recognition. He has achieved the highest AV Preeminent* rating from Martindale-Hubbell, a peer review organization. Additionally, he holds verification from Lead Counsel, a prestigious acknowledgment reserved for attorneys who exemplify excellence in their legal practice and possess impeccable ethical and professional records.

*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished, and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks utilized under license in accordance with Martindale-Hubbell’s certification procedures, standards, and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® oversees a peer review rating process, with ratings reflecting the anonymous evaluations of members of the legal profession and the judiciary. The Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Rating™ encompasses evaluations of legal ability and general ethical standards.