Atty. J. Michael Peters

Atty. J. Michael Peters

J. Michael Peters is a lawyer practicing public utility regulation, employment litigation, general practice.

Topeka Topeka 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About J. Michael Peters at a glance

J. Michael Peters is a KS Electric Power Co-op Inc. based in Topeka, Kansas. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, and energy. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1972) and U.S. District Court, District of Kansas (1972). Educated at Washburn University of Topeka (J.D., 1972) and Kansas State University (B.S., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Topeka, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • J. Michael Peters is a lawyer practicing public utility regulation, employment litigation, general practice
  • J. received a B.S. degree from Kansas State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • J. practices in Topeka, KS

Practice Areas Explained

J. Michael Peters's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J. Michael Peters handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

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

J. Michael Peters is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Kansas →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

J. Michael Peters is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Kansas →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

J. Michael Peters is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Kansas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kansas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about J. Michael Peters

Where is J. Michael Peters's law office located?
J. Michael Peters's law practice is located in Topeka, Kansas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. Michael Peters handle?
J. Michael Peters focuses on employment, litigation, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has J. Michael Peters practiced law?
J. Michael Peters has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did J. Michael Peters go to law school?
J. Michael Peters earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.S., 1969).
How can I contact J. Michael Peters for a consultation?
You can contact J. Michael Peters directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has J. Michael Peters received?
J. Michael Peters's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Washburn University of Topeka
- 1972
B.S.
Kansas State University
- 1969

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, District of Kansas
Admitted: 1972

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