Atty. Peter J. VanHouten

Atty. Peter J. VanHouten

Peter J. VanHouten is a lawyer.

Schaumburg Schaumburg 46 yrs experience 46 year
Call (224) 452-6550 Book Appointment

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About Peter J. VanHouten at a glance

Peter J. VanHouten is a V.P. based in Schaumburg, Illinois. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1979) and University of Wisconsin (M.A. Wheaton, 1976). Serands clients in Schaumburg, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Peter J. VanHouten is a lawyer
  • Peter J. received a M.A. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Peter J. practices in Schaumburg, IL

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 Schaumburg 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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Peter J. VanHouten's law practice is located in Schaumburg, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Peter J. VanHouten practiced law?
Peter J. VanHouten has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
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Peter J. VanHouten earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (M.A. Wheaton, 1976).
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Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1979
M.A. Wheaton
University of Wisconsin
- 1976

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1980

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