Atty. John W. Peters
John W. Peters is a lawyer practicing criminal traffic, personal injury, bankruptcy and 2 other areas of law.
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John W. Peters is a probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and bankruptcy attorney based in Portage, Indiana. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1974), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana (1974), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana (1976). Educated at Valparaiso University (J.D., 1973) and Valparaiso University (B.S., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Portage, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- John W. Peters is a lawyer practicing criminal traffic, personal injury, bankruptcy and 2 other areas of law
- John received a B.S. degree from Valparaiso University in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
- John practices in Portage, IN
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John W. Peters is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Indiana →
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.
John W. Peters is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Indiana →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
John W. Peters is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Indiana →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
John W. Peters is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Indiana →
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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 Portage 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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