Atty. Peter Collins, Jr.
Peter Collins concentrates his practice in general litigation with an emphasis on insurance defense and coverage, construction, personal injury, aviation, medical malpractice, and product liability claims, including wrongful death. He was voted into the American Board of Trial Advocates in 2022, recognizing his 44 years of trial experience.
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Peter Collins, Jr. is a Member based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Gust Rosenfeld P L C. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, litigation, environmental, and health care. Admitted to practice in Ohio (Inactive) (1978), U.S. District Courts, Southern District of Ohio (1979), Northern District of Ohio (1980), and Arizona (1989). Educated at Ohio State University (J.D., 1978) and Georgetown University (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Associations • State Bar of Arizona • Executive Council, Trial Practice Section. Serands clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Peter Collins concentrates his practice in general litigation with an emphasis on insurance defense and coverage, construction, personal injury, aviation, medical malpractice, and product liability claims, including wrongful death
- He was voted into the American Board of Trial Advocates in 2022, recognizing his 44 years of trial experience
- Peter represents insurers, manufacturers, contractors, and various businesses and individuals
- He also represents people with serious injury claims
- In addition, he has represented trucking and construction companies in wrongful death and injury litigation since 1990
- A former prosecuting attorney, Peter has substantial jury trial experience in civil, medical malpractice, and personal injury litigation, having handled over 80 jury trials
- From 1996 through 2005, he was chief trial counsel for Associated Aviation Underwriters in a massive environmental insurance coverage dispute in Tucson
- Peter is a Judge Pro Tem for the Arizona Superior Court in Pima County and has served as a mediator and arbitrator in various commercial disputes, both on assignment from the Court and privately since 2006
- Peter served in the United States Air Force (Lt
- Col., 1969-1973) and the Air National Guard from 1973-1991
- He flew over 4,000 hours in jet fighters and other aircraft with the U.S
- Air Force and Air National Guard in 22 years of service and was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross three times
- Peter founded the re-formed Arizona State Bar College of Trial Advocacy
- He has remained on the Board in various positions and has been on the teaching faculty every year since 2005
- He has been recognized for Insurance Law and Personal Injury Litigation in The Best Lawyers in America every year since 2009
- He was first selected for inclusion on the Southwest Super Lawyers list for Insurance Coverage in 2006
- Peter is recognized as AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating for legal ability and ethical standards
- Peter was an active Board member for seven years and Treasurer for one year at Therapeutic Riding of Tucson, a charity that provides equine therapy to children with developmental disabilities and veterans who suffer from PTSD
- Legal Updates & Firm News Aug 16, 2024 - GeneralGust Rosenfeld P.L.C
- Attorneys are once again Recognized as “Best Lawyers”and “Ones to Watch”in the 2025 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America Aug 23, 2023 - Press Release The Best Lawyers in America 2024 Names Gust Rosenfeld Attorneys “Lawyer of the Year”
- “Ones to Watch”
- and “Best Lawyers” Professional Recognition •The Best Lawyers in America, Commercial Litigation
- Insurance Law
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- Professional Malpractice - Defendants (2009-2026) •Southwest Super Lawyers , Insurance Coverage (2012-2022) Presentations & Publications •“Cross Examination of Adverse Expert Witness,” Arizona College of Trial Advocacy (July 2014-2016) •“Cross-Examination of Plaintiff,” Arizona College of Trial Advocacy (July 2010) •“Demonstration of Direct Examination of an Expert Witness,” Arizona College of Trial Advocacy ( 2008, 2011, 2012) •“Demonstration of Direct Examination of Party,” Arizona College of Trial Advocacy (July 2008) •“Demonstration of Voir Dire for the Defense,” State Bar of Arizona, CLE by the Sea (June 2007) •“ABC’s and Ethics of Mediation,” State Bar of Arizona Convention (June 2006) •“Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Claims,” National Business Institute (June 2006) •“Morris, Damron and Peaton Agreements,” State Bar of Arizona, CLE by the Sea (June 2006) •“Sweetheart Deals and Squeezes,” American Bar Association Insurance Committee (March 2005) Community Involvement •Therapeutic Riding of Tucson (Board Member) •Tucson AIDS Project (former Board Member) •Tucson Classics (former Tournament Chairman) •Riverbend Sabio Mountain HOA (President) •Southern Arizona Legal Aid Inc, Volunteer Lawyers Program (2003-present), Volunteer Lawyer of the Month (December 2015)
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Peter Collins, Jr.'s Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Collins, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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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.
Peter Collins, Jr. is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Arizona →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
Peter Collins, Jr. is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Arizona →
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
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Why local counsel matters in Arizona
Practicing law in Arizona. Legal matters in Arizona are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Phoenix are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Arizona state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Arizona 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 Arizona courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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