Atty. Peter J. Sarkesian
EXPERIENCE Mr. Peter Sarkesian is Of Counsel to the firm and specializes in corporate, securities and real estate law.
Banking And Finance & More Attorney · Serving Troy, MI · 49+ Years Experience
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About Peter J. Sarkesian at a Glance
Peter J. Sarkesian is an Of Counsel based in Troy, Michigan, practicing at Giarmarco, Mullins & Horton, P.C.. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Texas (1977), District of Columbia (1980), and Michigan (1981). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1977) and Western Michigan University (B.A. University, 1971). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Memberships •State Bar of Michigan. Serves clients in Troy, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter J. Sarkesian
- EXPERIENCE Mr. Peter Sarkesian is Of Counsel to the firm and specializes in corporate, securities and real estate law
- He has been called upon to represent numerous clients in public and private offering transactions, matters of business acquisitions and dissolutions ownership disputes and general business transactions
- Mr. Sarkesian’s legal career is extensive
- He has served as senior attorney with the U.S
- Securities and Exchange Commission and as a senior vice president and general counsel to a publicly held bank holding company and a private real estate development company
- He has also practiced with the firm of Dykema, Gossett
- Mr. Sarkesian has been involved in numerous “going public” transactions and S-1 filings with the SEC as well as reverse mergers and “going private” transactions
- Mr. Sarkesian has also been general counsel to several public companies and has formed and de-registered 1940 Act Investment Advisors
- Experience includes public company reporting, proxy statements, 13-Ds, Form 144 and SEC opinion letters
- Distinctions top lawyer: 2012 top lawyer: 2012 News / blog Giarmarco, Mullins & Horton is pleased to welcome Peter J. Sarkesian Nov 7, 2012 Peter J. Sarkesian , Uncategorized Giarmarco, Mullins & Horton, P.C. is pleased to welcome Peter J. Sarkesian, Esq. Peter J. Sarkesian specializes in corporate, securities, and real estate law
- He has been called upon to represent numerous clients in public and private offering transactions,
- Giarmarco, Mullins & Horton, P.C. is pleased to welcome Peter J. Sarkesian, Esq. Jan 1, 2011 Firm News , Peter J. Sarkesian Giarmarco, Mullins & Horton, P.C. is pleased to welcome Peter J. Sarkesian, Esq. Peter J. Sarkesian specializes in corporate, securities, and real estate law
- He has been called upon to represent numerous clients in public and private offering transactions,
Practice Areas Explained
Peter J. Sarkesian's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter J. Sarkesian handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Troy.
Business & Corporate Law in Troy
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Troy
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Troy
Peter J. Sarkesian is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Michigan →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Troy
Practicing law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Troy are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan 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 Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Troy Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Troy-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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Troy Choose Peter J. Sarkesian
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 J. Sarkesian's practice in the field of business, real estate, and m&a.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter J. Sarkesian brings 49+ 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, District of Columbia, and Michigan, Peter J. Sarkesian can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and m&a, Peter J. Sarkesian can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Troy
A Troy-based practice means Peter J. Sarkesian 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 J. Sarkesian Handles in Troy
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