About
Peter F. Iocona is a trial lawyer with over 25 years of courtroom experience and a strong focus on serious legal matters. He is recognized for DUI defense work in Orange County and has built his career around direct advocacy, careful case preparation, and results-driven legal strategy.
Peter earned his Baccalaureate from Chapman University in 2000. He later earned his Juris Doctorate from Whittier College School of Law in 2005, giving him a strong academic base for his trial work in DUI defense, criminal defense, professional licensing defense, and personal injury matters.
Peter handles DUI defense matters, including DUI with bodily injury or great bodily injury, DUI vehicular manslaughter, and Watson murder cases. He has successfully defended thousands of clients, using detailed case review and courtroom experience to protect their rights, freedom, driver’s license, and future when they face serious charges.
Peter also provides direction in state and federal criminal defense, along with professional licensing defense matters. His work includes protecting clients accused of crimes and helping professionals respond to licensing issues that may affect their careers. He focuses on safeguarding each client’s legal position and long-term interests.
Peter supports personal injury plaintiffs in matters involving traffic accidents, slip and fall injuries, premises liability, and dog bite cases. He understands that injury claims need planning, preparation, and knowledge of how insurance companies assess risk, helping injured people pursue compensation for losses caused by another party’s negligence.
Peter is described as an aggressive, accessible, and results-focused trial attorney. He works one-on-one with clients, develops legal strategies based on their needs, and offers flexible scheduling. His approach combines prompt communication with personal attention, helping people feel supported while moving through stressful legal situations.
Peter F. Iocona has helped clients through dismissals, acquittals, favorable outcomes, and substantial settlements. His practice areas include DUI defense, criminal defense, professional licensing defense, and personal injury litigation. Through careful preparation and strong advocacy, he works to defend rights, protect futures, and pursue the best possible outcome.
Law Office Affiliations
- Founder & Lead Trial Attorney, The Law Office of Peter F. Iocona
- Member, State Bar of California
Licensed State
- California
Education
- Whittier Law School
Juris Doctor (JD) - Chapman University
BA in Criminal Justice & Sociology
Awards & Badges

- Driver's License Suspension
- DUI & DWI
- Federal Crime
- Animal & Dog Bites
- Slip & Fall Accidents




