Atty. Peter James Richter

Atty. Peter James Richter

Atty. Peter James Richter is a lawyer practicing debt collection, employment law, business litigation and 3 other areas of law.

Madison Madison 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter James Richter at a glance

Peter James Richter is a Member based in Madison, Wisconsin, practicing at Stroud, Willink & Howard, LLC. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1998) and U.S. District Court, Western and Eastern Districts of Wisconsin Illinois (1998). Educated at University of Wisconsin-Madison (J.D., 1998) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.B.A., 1995). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Dane County and American Bar Associations State Bar of Wisconsin. Serands clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Atty. Peter James Richter is a lawyer practicing debt collection, employment law, business litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Peter practices at Stroud, Willink & Howard, LLC in Madison, WI

Practice Areas Explained

Peter James Richter's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Peter James Richter is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Wisconsin →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Peter James Richter is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Wisconsin →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Peter James Richter is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Wisconsin →

Civil Litigation

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter James Richter

Where is Peter James Richter's law office located?
Peter James Richter's law practice is located in Madison, Wisconsin. The firm is Stroud, Willink & Howard, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter James Richter handle?
Peter James Richter focuses on employment, business, real estate, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Peter James Richter practiced law?
Peter James Richter has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Peter James Richter go to law school?
Peter James Richter earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.B.A., 1995).
How can I contact Peter James Richter for a consultation?
You can contact Peter James Richter directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Peter James Richter received?
Peter James Richter's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 1998
B.B.A.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 1995

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Western and Eastern Districts of Wisconsin Illinois
Admitted: 1998

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