Atty. Pete Christopher Elliott

Atty. Pete Christopher Elliott

Pete Christopher Elliott is a lawyer practicing commercial business disputes, corporate investigations, trade secret disputes and 10 other areas of law. Pete received a B.A. degree from Dickinson College in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Cleveland Cleveland 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Pete Christopher Elliott at a glance

Pete Christopher Elliott is a Partner based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on business, white collar, trade secrets, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1984) and U.S. Supreme Court (1988). Educated at Case Western Reserve University (J.D., 1984) and Dickinson College (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Pete Christopher Elliott is a lawyer practicing commercial business disputes, corporate investigations, trade secret disputes and 10 other areas of law
  • Pete received a B.A. degree from Dickinson College in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Pete practices at Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff LLP in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Pete Christopher Elliott's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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White Collar Crimes

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Trade Secrets

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Civil Litigation

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

Pete Christopher Elliott is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Pete Christopher Elliott

Where is Pete Christopher Elliott's law office located?
Pete Christopher Elliott's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Pete Christopher Elliott handle?
Pete Christopher Elliott focuses on business, white collar, trade secrets, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Pete Christopher Elliott practiced law?
Pete Christopher Elliott has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Pete Christopher Elliott go to law school?
Pete Christopher Elliott earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Pete Christopher Elliott for a consultation?
You can contact Pete Christopher Elliott 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 Pete Christopher Elliott received?
Pete Christopher Elliott's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Case Western Reserve University
- 1984
B.A.
Dickinson College
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1988

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