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Atty. Keith J. Peterson

Atty. Keith J. Peterson

Keith J. Peterson is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, appeals, arbitration and 2 other areas of law.

Charlotte Charlotte 49 yrs experience 49 year
Call (980) 392-5791 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Keith J. Peterson at a glance

Keith J. Peterson is a Dist. Atty. based in Charlotte, North Carolina. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, litigation, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1977). Educated at Marquette University Law School (J.D, 1977). Serands clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Keith J. Peterson is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, appeals, arbitration and 2 other areas of law
  • Keith has been licensed for 49 years
  • Keith practices in Charlotte, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Keith J. Peterson's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Keith J. Peterson is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in North Carolina →

Civil Litigation

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Keith J. Peterson is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in North Carolina →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Keith J. Peterson is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in North Carolina →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Keith J. Peterson is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in North Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Keith J. Peterson

Where is Keith J. Peterson's law office located?
Keith J. Peterson's law practice is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Keith J. Peterson handle?
Keith J. Peterson focuses on criminal defense, litigation, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Keith J. Peterson practiced law?
Keith J. Peterson has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Keith J. Peterson go to law school?
Keith J. Peterson earned their education at (J.D, 1977).
How can I contact Keith J. Peterson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D
Marquette University Law School
- 1977

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1977

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