Atty. Peter A. Silverman
Peter A. Silverman is a lawyer practicing ethics & professional responsibility, partnership, corporate & incorporation and 3 other areas of law.
Corporate & Incorporation & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 39+ Years Experience
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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. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter A. Silverman
- 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 Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter A. Silverman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Business Formation in Chicago
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Employment Law in Chicago
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Peter A. Silverman is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →
Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Peter A. Silverman is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Litigation in Chicago
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Peter A. Silverman
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Peter A. Silverman's practice in the field of formation, employment, business, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter A. Silverman brings 39+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit, Peter A. Silverman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, employment, and business, Peter A. Silverman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Peter A. Silverman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Peter A. Silverman Handles in Chicago
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