Atty. Peter D. Miles

Atty. Peter D. Miles

Peter is a member of the Corporate & Securities practice group. He advises clients regarding many types of corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, private equity, venture capital, and joint venture transactions, including real estate joint ventures, in which he represents owners, operators, developers, and investors in connection with the formation of joint ventures for the construction of multi-family residential and retail projects throughout the United States.

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Profile Summary

About Peter D. Miles at a glance

Peter D. Miles is a business attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP. Admitted to practice in Illinois, Illinois State Bar Association. Educated at University of Notre Dame (J.D., 2020) and University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign (B.A., 2017). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter is a member of the Corporate & Securities practice group
  • He advises clients regarding many types of corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, private equity, venture capital, and joint venture transactions, including real estate joint ventures, in which he represents owners, operators, developers, and investors in connection with the formation of joint ventures for the construction of multi-family residential and retail projects throughout the United States
  • Peter also counsels clients on general corporate matters such as complex commercial agreements and corporate governance
  • During law school, Peter was a member of the Business Law Forum and participated in the Galilee Public Interest Immersion Program
  • While pursuing his degree, Peter clerked at the City of Chicago Department of Law
  • He assisted with complaints, prepared memoranda, and created real estate lien and debt letters
  • Peter was also a 2019 NGE Summer Associate

Practice Areas Explained

Peter D. Miles's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter D. Miles handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter D. Miles

Where is Peter D. Miles's law office located?
Peter D. Miles's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter D. Miles handle?
Peter D. Miles focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
Where did Peter D. Miles go to law school?
Peter D. Miles earned their education at (J.D., 2020); (B.A., 2017).
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What awards or recognition has Peter D. Miles received?
Peter D. Miles's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Notre Dame
- 2020
B.A.
University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign
- 2017

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Illinois, Illinois State Bar Association

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