Atty. Peter Andrew Kraus

Atty. Peter Andrew Kraus

Mr. Peter Andrew Kraus is a lawyer practicing asbestos litigation, commercial litigation, false claims act litigation and 4 other areas of law.

Dallas Dallas 41 Years Experience 41 year
Call (469) 523-4474

Profile Summary

About Peter Andrew Kraus at a glance

Peter Andrew Kraus is a Founding Partner based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Waters Kraus Paul & Siegel. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, whistleblower, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1985), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1986), Texas (1992), and U.S. Supreme Court (1994). Educated at University of Texas School of Law, Austin, Texas (J.D., 1985) and Duke University, Durham, North Carolina (A.B., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Peter Andrew Kraus is a lawyer practicing asbestos litigation, commercial litigation, false claims act litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • Peter received a A.B. degree from Duke University, Durham, North Carolina in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Peter practices at Waters Kraus Paul & Siegel in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Andrew Kraus's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Peter Andrew Kraus is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →

Whistleblower & Retaliation

Peter Andrew Kraus is one of 3,227 whistleblower attorneys indexed nationally. Browse whistleblower attorneys in Texas →

Civil Litigation

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

Peter Andrew Kraus is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Texas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter Andrew Kraus

Where is Peter Andrew Kraus's law office located?
Peter Andrew Kraus's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Waters Kraus Paul & Siegel. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Andrew Kraus handle?
Peter Andrew Kraus focuses on personal injury, business, whistleblower, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Peter Andrew Kraus practiced law?
Peter Andrew Kraus has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Peter Andrew Kraus go to law school?
Peter Andrew Kraus earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (A.B., 1982).
How can I contact Peter Andrew Kraus for a consultation?
You can contact Peter Andrew Kraus 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 Peter Andrew Kraus received?
Peter Andrew Kraus's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Texas School of Law, Austin, Texas
- 1985
A.B.
Duke University, Durham, North Carolina
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 1986
Texas
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 2001
California
Admitted: 2011
Missouri
Admitted: 2013
U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
Admitted: 2013
Hawaii
Admitted: 2018
U.S. District Court, District of Hawaii
Admitted: 2019

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