Atty. Peter D. Sullivan

Atty. Peter D. Sullivan

Peter Sullivan practices in trial and litigation of complex professional liability and commercial litigation cases, including actions against accountants and attorneys, director and officer liability and coverage cases, consumer class action cases and breach of contract cases. Mr.

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Profile Summary

About Peter D. Sullivan at a glance

Peter D. Sullivan is a business and litigation attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP. Educated at Loyola University Chicago (J.D., 1983) and University of Notre Dame (BA, 1980). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Peter Sullivan practices in trial and litigation of complex professional liability and commercial litigation cases, including actions against accountants and attorneys, director and officer liability and coverage cases, consumer class action cases and breach of contract cases
  • Mr. Sullivan also focuses on lender liability suits, real estate litigation, UCC litigation, state and federal securities law claims, RICO claims, business tort litigation and common law fraud actions

Practice Areas Explained

Peter D. Sullivan's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter D. Sullivan

Where is Peter D. Sullivan's law office located?
Peter D. Sullivan's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter D. Sullivan handle?
Peter D. Sullivan focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
Where did Peter D. Sullivan go to law school?
Peter D. Sullivan earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (BA, 1980).
How can I contact Peter D. Sullivan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Peter D. Sullivan received?
Peter D. Sullivan's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance; Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Loyola University Chicago
- 1983
BA
University of Notre Dame
- 1980

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
- 2026

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