Atty. Peter A. Silverman

Atty. Peter A. Silverman

Peter A. Silverman is a lawyer practicing ethics & professional responsibility, partnership, corporate & incorporation and 3 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter A. Silverman at a glance

Peter A. Silverman is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on formation, employment, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1987) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1987). Educated at Boston University (J.D., 1987) and Northwestern University (B.A., 1984). Active member of Chicago (Member, Judicial Evaluation Committee), American and Federal Trial Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter A. Silverman is a lawyer practicing ethics & professional responsibility, partnership, corporate & incorporation and 3 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Peter practices at Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Peter A. Silverman's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Employment Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter A. Silverman

Where is Peter A. Silverman's law office located?
Peter A. Silverman's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter A. Silverman handle?
Peter A. Silverman focuses on formation, employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Peter A. Silverman practiced law?
Peter A. Silverman has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Peter A. Silverman go to law school?
Peter A. Silverman earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Peter A. Silverman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Boston University
- 1987
B.A.
Northwestern University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1987

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