Atty. Peter James Roskam

Atty. Peter James Roskam

Peter James Roskam is a lawyer practicing automobile accidents and injuries, construction, premises liability and 15 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1983, and has been licensed for 37 years.

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Profile Summary

About Peter James Roskam at a glance

Peter James Roskam is an Attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Baker & Hostetler LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and motorcycle. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1989). Educated at Illinois Institute of Technology (J.D., 1989) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter James Roskam is a lawyer practicing automobile accidents and injuries, construction, premises liability and 15 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1983, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Peter practices at Baker & Hostetler LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Peter James Roskam's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Peter James Roskam is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Illinois →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Peter James Roskam is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Illinois →

Wrongful Death

Peter James Roskam is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Illinois →

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

Motorcycle Accidents

Peter James Roskam is one of 11,237 motorcycle attorneys indexed nationally. Browse motorcycle 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 James Roskam

Where is Peter James Roskam's law office located?
Peter James Roskam's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Baker & Hostetler LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter James Roskam handle?
Peter James Roskam focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, motorcycle. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Peter James Roskam practiced law?
Peter James Roskam has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Peter James Roskam go to law school?
Peter James Roskam earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Peter James Roskam for a consultation?
You can contact Peter James Roskam 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 Roskam received?
Peter James Roskam's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Illinois Institute of Technology
- 1989
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1989

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