Atty. John Marc Peterson

Atty. John Marc Peterson

John Marc Peterson is a lawyer practicing public finance & tax exempt finance, nonprofit organizations law, antitrust and 3 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from Northern Illinois University in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years.

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Profile Summary

About John Marc Peterson at a glance

John Marc Peterson is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Howe & Hutton, Ltd.. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on tax, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1974), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1974), U.S. District Court, District of Colorado and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1998), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1999). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1974) and Northern Illinois University (B.S., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Marc Peterson is a lawyer practicing public finance & tax exempt finance, nonprofit organizations law, antitrust and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Northern Illinois University in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • John practices at Howe & Hutton, Ltd. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John Marc Peterson's Areas of Practice

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

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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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 John Marc Peterson

Where is John Marc Peterson's law office located?
John Marc Peterson's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Howe & Hutton, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Marc Peterson handle?
John Marc Peterson focuses on tax, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John Marc Peterson practiced law?
John Marc Peterson has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did John Marc Peterson go to law school?
John Marc Peterson earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S., 1969).
How can I contact John Marc Peterson for a consultation?
You can contact John Marc Peterson 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 Marc Peterson received?
John Marc Peterson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1974
B.S.
Northern Illinois University
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1998
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 2003

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