Atty. Peter G. Rush

Atty. Peter G. Rush

Peter G. Rush has more than 35 years of experience handling all aspects of complex commercial litigation.

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About Peter G. Rush at a glance

Peter G. Rush is a Shareholder based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Their practice focuses on personal injury, litigation, and entertainment. Educated at University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1982) and Duke University School of Law J.D. with honors Duke University School of Law J.D. 1985 Order of the Coif Duke University School of Law J.D. Note and Comment Editor Duke University School of L (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional & Community Involvement •Trustee, Notre Dame Club of Chicago Scholarship Foundation. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Peter G. Rush has more than 35 years of experience handling all aspects of complex commercial litigation
  • He represents clients ranging from Fortune 50 companies, universities and not-for-profit entities to corporate officers and directors in the context of securities fraud cases, class actions and derivative suits, and disputes involving complex financial instruments
  • He also is experienced conducting internal investigations, representing special committees and representing several clients in proceedings before the Securities and Exchange Commission
  • For more than 25 years, Pete also has maintained an active sport law practice where he represents institutions (professional sports clubs, colleges, universities and high schools) and countless amateur student-athletes on a wide range of issues
  • Pete is listed in The Best Lawyers in America, Sports Law (2023-2025)
  • Pete conducts a national practice, having represented clients all over the United States, and is admitted to practice in Florida, Illinois, and Indiana
  • Concentrations •Commercial litigation and arbitration •Sports law •Securities and shareholder litigation •Corporate internal investigation Judicial Clerkships •Hon
  • James E. Noland, Chief Judge of the U.S
  • District Court for the Southern District of Indiana Recognition & Leadership Awards & Accolades •Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Sports Law, 2023-2025 •Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, Illinois Super Lawyers, 2016-2026 •Listed, Leading Lawyers, 2019-2026 •Rated, AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0 •Rated, AV Preeminent Highest Possible Rating in Both Legal Ability & Ethical Standards, 2022

Practice Areas Explained

Peter G. Rush's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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 G. Rush is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Peter G. Rush is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

Peter G. Rush is one of 45,946 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in Illinois →

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 andnue, 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 G. Rush

Where is Peter G. Rush's law office located?
Peter G. Rush's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Greenberg Traurig, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter G. Rush handle?
Peter G. Rush focuses on personal injury, litigation, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
Where did Peter G. Rush go to law school?
Peter G. Rush earned their education at (B.A., 1982); (—).
How can I contact Peter G. Rush for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Peter G. Rush received?
Peter G. Rush's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1982
Duke University School of Law J.D. with honors Duke University School of Law J.D. 1985 Order of the Coif Duke University School of Law J.D. Note and Comment Editor Duke University School of L
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Awards

AV Preeminent

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