Atty. Peter John Biersteker

Atty. Peter John Biersteker

Mr. Peter John Biersteker is a lawyer practicing business & tort litigation, product liability litigation, personal injury and 2 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter John Biersteker at a glance

Peter John Biersteker is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Jones Day. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, product liability, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1981), Florida (2011), Pennsylvania U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Fourth and District of Columbia Circuits (2013), and Massachusetts (2017). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1981) and Harvard University (A.B. London, 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Peter John Biersteker is a lawyer practicing business & tort litigation, product liability litigation, personal injury and 2 other areas of law
  • Peter received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Peter practices at Jones Day in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Peter John Biersteker's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter John Biersteker 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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Peter John Biersteker is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in District of Columbia →

Product Liability

Peter John Biersteker is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in District of Columbia →

Civil Litigation

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

Peter John Biersteker is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in District of Columbia →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Peter John Biersteker is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in District of Columbia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter John Biersteker

Where is Peter John Biersteker's law office located?
Peter John Biersteker's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Jones Day. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter John Biersteker handle?
Peter John Biersteker focuses on personal injury, business, product liability, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Peter John Biersteker practiced law?
Peter John Biersteker has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Peter John Biersteker go to law school?
Peter John Biersteker earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (A.B. London, 1977).
How can I contact Peter John Biersteker for a consultation?
You can contact Peter John Biersteker 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 John Biersteker received?
Peter John Biersteker's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1981
A.B. London
Harvard University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1981
Florida
Admitted: 2011
Pennsylvania U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Fourth and District of Columbia Circuits
Admitted: 2013
Massachusetts
Admitted: 2017

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