Atty. Lawrence Peikes

Atty. Lawrence Peikes

Lawrence Peikes is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, alternative dispute resolution, employee benefits and 1 other area of law. Lawrence received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

New Haven New Haven 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Lawrence Peikes at a glance

Lawrence Peikes is a Partner based in New Haven, Connecticut, practicing at Wiggin and Dana LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on employment, trade secrets, and adr. Admitted to practice in California (Inactive) (1987), Connecticut (1990), New York (1996), and Massachusetts (2006). Educated at George Washington University, National Law Center (J.D., 1987) and University of Maryland (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in New Haven, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Lawrence Peikes is a lawyer practicing labor and employment law, alternative dispute resolution, employee benefits and 1 other area of law
  • Lawrence received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Lawrence practices at Wiggin and Dana LLP in New Haven, CT and 4 others locations

Practice Areas Explained

Lawrence Peikes's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

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Trade Secrets

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Mediation & Arbitration

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

Lawrence Peikes is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 New Haven 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Lawrence Peikes

Where is Lawrence Peikes's law office located?
Lawrence Peikes's law practice is located in New Haven, Connecticut. The firm is Wiggin and Dana LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lawrence Peikes handle?
Lawrence Peikes focuses on employment, trade secrets, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Lawrence Peikes practiced law?
Lawrence Peikes has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Lawrence Peikes go to law school?
Lawrence Peikes earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Lawrence Peikes for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Lawrence Peikes received?
Lawrence Peikes's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University, National Law Center
- 1987
B.A.
University of Maryland
- 1984

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California (Inactive)
Admitted: 1987
Connecticut
Admitted: 1990
New York
Admitted: 1996
Massachusetts
Admitted: 2006

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