Atty. Peter Erlinder

Atty. Peter Erlinder

Peter Erlinder is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, civil rights, police misconduct. Peter has been licensed for 47 years.

St. Paul St. Paul 47 Years Experience 47 year
Call (612) 440-2726

Profile Summary

About Peter Erlinder at a glance

Peter Erlinder is a Wm. Mitchell College of Law based in St. Paul, Minnesota. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1979). Serves clients in St. Paul, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Peter Erlinder is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, civil rights, police misconduct
  • Peter has been licensed for 47 years
  • Peter practices in St. Paul, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Erlinder's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Civil Rights

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

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

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Where is Peter Erlinder's law office located?
Peter Erlinder's law practice is located in St. Paul, Minnesota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Erlinder handle?
Peter Erlinder focuses on criminal defense, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Peter Erlinder practiced law?
Peter Erlinder has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
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Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1979

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