Atty. Peter Chiei Ku

Atty. Peter Chiei Ku

Mr. Peter Chiei Ku is a lawyer practicing business, intellectual property, employment & labor and 1 other area of law.

Seattle Seattle 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Business & More Attorney · Serving Seattle, WA · 34+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Peter Chiei Ku at a Glance

Peter Chiei Ku is a employment, business, ip, and litigation attorney based in Seattle, Washington. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in Texas (1992), California (1994), and Washington (2012). Educated at George Washington University (J.D. Harvard, 1992) and Rice University (B.S.E.E., 1985). Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Peter Chiei Ku

  • Mr. Peter Chiei Ku is a lawyer practicing business, intellectual property, employment & labor and 1 other area of law
  • Peter received a B.S.E.E. degree from Rice University in 1985, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Peter practices in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Chiei Ku's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Chiei Ku handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Seattle.

Employment Law in Seattle

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law in Seattle

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

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Intellectual Property in Seattle

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Peter Chiei Ku is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Washington →

Civil Litigation in Seattle

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 Seattle

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

Seattle Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Seattle-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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Peter Chiei Ku

Where is Peter Chiei Ku's law office located?
Peter Chiei Ku's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Chiei Ku handle?
Peter Chiei Ku focuses on employment, business, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Peter Chiei Ku practiced law?
Peter Chiei Ku has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Peter Chiei Ku go to law school?
Peter Chiei Ku earned their education at (J.D. Harvard, 1992); (B.S.E.E., 1985).
How can I contact Peter Chiei Ku for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Seattle Choose Peter Chiei Ku

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 Chiei Ku's practice in the field of employment, business, ip, and litigation.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Peter Chiei Ku brings 34+ 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 Texas, California, and Washington, Peter Chiei Ku can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering employment, business, and ip, Peter Chiei Ku can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Seattle

A Seattle-based practice means Peter Chiei Ku 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 Chiei Ku Handles in Seattle

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Peter Chiei Ku has experience with under Washington law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Wrongful termination claims
Employment
Workplace discrimination
Employment
Wage and hour disputes
Employment
Non-compete agreement review
Employment
Business formation and structure
Business
Contract drafting and review
Business
Partnership disputes
Business
Merger and acquisition support
Business
Trademark registration
IP
Copyright infringement defense
IP
Patent prosecution
IP
Trade secret protection
IP

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Peter Chiei Ku directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Peter Chiei Ku's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

J.D. Harvard
George Washington University
- 1992
B.S.E.E.
Rice University
- 1985

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Texas
Admitted: 1992
California
Admitted: 1994
Washington
Admitted: 2012

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