Atty. John James Petr

Atty. John James Petr

John James Petr is a lawyer practicing commercial law, bankruptcy and creditors' rights, bankruptcy / chapter 7 and 1 other area of law. John received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years.

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Profile Summary

About John James Petr at a glance

John James Petr is a Partner based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practicing at Kroger, Gardis & Regas, LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, business, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1977), U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana (1977), U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana (1977), and U.S. Supreme Court (1987). Educated at Indiana University School of Law - Indianapolis (J.D. Cum, 1977) and University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana (B.S. With, 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of U, S, and Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of Indiana, Indianapolis Division, 1979 - Present, Chapter 7 Trustee National Association of Bankruptcy Trustees, Member Indianapolis Bar Association, Member Indiana State Bar Association, Member. Serands clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John James Petr is a lawyer practicing commercial law, bankruptcy and creditors' rights, bankruptcy / chapter 7 and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • John practices at Kroger, Gardis & Regas, LLP in Indianapolis, IN

Practice Areas Explained

John James Petr's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John James Petr handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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Business & Corporate Law

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

John James Petr is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Indiana →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

John James Petr is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Indiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John James Petr

Where is John James Petr's law office located?
John James Petr's law practice is located in Indianapolis, Indiana. The firm is Kroger, Gardis & Regas, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John James Petr handle?
John James Petr focuses on chapter 7, business, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has John James Petr practiced law?
John James Petr has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did John James Petr go to law school?
John James Petr earned their education at (J.D. Cum, 1977); (B.S. With, 1974).
How can I contact John James Petr for a consultation?
You can contact John James Petr 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 John James Petr received?
John James Petr's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Cum
Indiana University School of Law - Indianapolis
- 1977
B.S. With
University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1987

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