Atty. Lawrence P. Peterson

Atty. Lawrence P. Peterson

Lawrence P. Peterson is a lawyer practicing general practice, criminal defense, employment & labor and 2 other areas of law.

West Hartford West Hartford 34 yrs experience 34 year
Call (857) 758-0795 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Lawrence P. Peterson at a glance

Lawrence P. Peterson is a criminal defense, employment, juvenile, and litigation attorney based in West Hartford, Connecticut. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1992). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology (JD, 1992) and Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology Class of 1992 (—). Serands clients in West Hartford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Lawrence P. Peterson is a lawyer practicing general practice, criminal defense, employment & labor and 2 other areas of law
  • Lawrence received a degree from Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology in 1992, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Lawrence practices in West Hartford, CT

Practice Areas Explained

Lawrence P. Peterson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lawrence P. 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.

Lawrence P. Peterson is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Connecticut →

Employment Law

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

Lawrence P. Peterson is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Connecticut →

Juvenile Law

Lawrence P. Peterson is one of 30,631 juvenile attorneys indexed nationally. Browse juvenile attorneys in Connecticut →

Civil Litigation

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

Lawrence P. Peterson is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Connecticut →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Connecticut

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

Looking for additional Connecticut attorneys? Browse all attorneys in West Hartford or all attorneys in Connecticut.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Lawrence P. Peterson

Where is Lawrence P. Peterson's law office located?
Lawrence P. Peterson's law practice is located in West Hartford, Connecticut. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lawrence P. Peterson handle?
Lawrence P. Peterson focuses on criminal defense, employment, juvenile, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Lawrence P. Peterson practiced law?
Lawrence P. Peterson has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Lawrence P. Peterson go to law school?
Lawrence P. Peterson earned their education at (JD, 1992); (—).
How can I contact Lawrence P. Peterson for a consultation?
You can contact Lawrence P. 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.

Education

JD
Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology
- 1992
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology Class of 1992
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1992

Reviews

These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.