Atty. Deidre Katrina Peterson

Atty. Deidre Katrina Peterson

Ms. Deidre Katrina Peterson is a lawyer practicing criminal appeals, family law, divorce and 5 other areas of law.

New Orleans New Orleans 39 yrs experience 39 year
Call (805) 631-4438 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Deidre Katrina Peterson at a glance

Deidre Katrina Peterson is a Member based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Peterson Law Firm. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on divorce, car accidents, irs, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1987), U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin (1987), Louisiana (1998), and Texas (1998). Educated at Loyola University (B.A., 1994) and Marquette University (J.D., 1987). Active member of Louisiana State Bar Association State Bar of Texas State Bar of Wisconsin. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Deidre Katrina Peterson is a lawyer practicing criminal appeals, family law, divorce and 5 other areas of law
  • Deidre Katrina received a B.A. degree from Loyola University in 1994, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Deidre Katrina practices at Peterson Law Firm in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Deidre Katrina Peterson's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Deidre Katrina Peterson is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Louisiana →

IRS Disputes & Audits

Deidre Katrina Peterson is one of 2,917 irs attorneys indexed nationally. Browse irs attorneys in Louisiana →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Deidre Katrina Peterson is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Louisiana →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Deidre Katrina Peterson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Louisiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Deidre Katrina Peterson

Where is Deidre Katrina Peterson's law office located?
Deidre Katrina Peterson's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Peterson Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Deidre Katrina Peterson handle?
Deidre Katrina Peterson focuses on divorce, car accidents, irs, medical malpractice, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Deidre Katrina Peterson practiced law?
Deidre Katrina Peterson has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Deidre Katrina Peterson go to law school?
Deidre Katrina Peterson earned their education at (B.A., 1994); (J.D., 1987).
How can I contact Deidre Katrina Peterson for a consultation?
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Education

B.A.
Loyola University
- 1994
J.D.
Marquette University
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1987
Louisiana
Admitted: 1998
Texas
Admitted: 1998

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