Atty. Craig Jay Peterson

Atty. Craig Jay Peterson

Craig Jay Peterson is a lawyer practicing msba corporate counsel section, msba international business law section, msba labor and employment law section and 2 other areas of law. Craig received a B.S. degree from Moorhead State University in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years.

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About Craig Jay Peterson at a glance

Craig Jay Peterson is a Member based in Woodbury, Minnesota, practicing at The Law Firm of Craig J. Peterson LLC. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on citizenship, employment, immigration, business, and international. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1992) and Minnesota Supreme Court (1992). Educated at William Mitchell College of Law (J.D., 1992) and Moorhead State University (B.S. International, 1987). Active member of Minnesota State Bar Association (Member, Immigration Section) American Immigration Lawyers' Association. Serands clients in Woodbury, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Craig Jay Peterson is a lawyer practicing msba corporate counsel section, msba international business law section, msba labor and employment law section and 2 other areas of law
  • Craig received a B.S. degree from Moorhead State University in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Craig practices at The Law Firm of Craig J. Peterson LLC in Woodbury, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Craig Jay Peterson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Craig Jay Peterson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Citizenship & Naturalization

Craig Jay Peterson is one of 5,960 citizenship attorneys indexed nationally. Browse citizenship attorneys in Minnesota →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Craig Jay Peterson is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Minnesota →

Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

Craig Jay Peterson is one of 40,633 immigration attorneys indexed nationally. Browse immigration attorneys in Minnesota →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Craig Jay Peterson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Minnesota →

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

Craig Jay Peterson is one of 40,133 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international attorneys in Minnesota →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

Practicing law in Minnesota. Legal matters in Minnesota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Woodbury are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Minnesota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Minnesota 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 Minnesota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Craig Jay Peterson

Where is Craig Jay Peterson's law office located?
Craig Jay Peterson's law practice is located in Woodbury, Minnesota. The firm is The Law Firm of Craig J. Peterson LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Craig Jay Peterson handle?
Craig Jay Peterson focuses on citizenship, employment, immigration, business, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Craig Jay Peterson practiced law?
Craig Jay Peterson has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Craig Jay Peterson go to law school?
Craig Jay Peterson earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.S. International, 1987).
How can I contact Craig Jay Peterson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
William Mitchell College of Law
- 1992
B.S. International
Moorhead State University
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1992
Minnesota Supreme Court
Admitted: 1992

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