Atty. Peter Burns Freeman
Peter Burns Freeman is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, competition, antitrust law and 1 other area of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years.
Antitrust Law & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 57+ Years Experience
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About Peter Burns Freeman at a Glance
Peter Burns Freeman is a business, litigation, and internet attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1969) and U.S. Tax Court U.S. Court of Federal Claims U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. (1972). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1969) and Princeton University (B.A., 1966). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter Burns Freeman
- Peter Burns Freeman is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, competition, antitrust law and 1 other area of law
- Peter received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years
- Peter practices in Chicago, IL
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Peter Burns Freeman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Burns Freeman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil Litigation in Chicago
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Internet & Cyber Law in Chicago
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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 Burns Freeman
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 Burns Freeman's practice in the field of business, litigation, and internet.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter Burns Freeman brings 57+ 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. Tax Court U.S. Court of Federal Claims U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. , Peter Burns Freeman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, litigation, and internet, Peter Burns Freeman 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 Burns Freeman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Peter Burns Freeman Handles in Chicago
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