Atty. Peter John Coppa

Atty. Peter John Coppa

Peter John Coppa is a lawyer practicing criminal law, traffic violation, personal injury and 3 other areas of law. Peter received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois, and has been licensed for 64 years.

Chicago Heights Chicago Heights 64 Years Experience 64 year
Call (312) 682-9551

Profile Summary

About Peter John Coppa at a glance

Peter John Coppa is a personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, and traffic attorney based in Chicago Heights, Illinois. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1962). Educated at DePaul University B.L. (—) and University of Illinois B.S. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Chicago Heights, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Peter John Coppa is a lawyer practicing criminal law, traffic violation, personal injury and 3 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois, and has been licensed for 64 years
  • Peter practices in Chicago Heights, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Peter John Coppa's Areas of Practice

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

Peter John Coppa is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Peter John Coppa is one of 190,900 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Illinois →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Peter John Coppa is one of 49,806 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Traffic Violations

Peter John Coppa is one of 12,936 traffic attorneys indexed nationally. Browse traffic 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 Heights 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 venue, 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 John Coppa

Where is Peter John Coppa's law office located?
Peter John Coppa's law practice is located in Chicago Heights, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter John Coppa handle?
Peter John Coppa focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, traffic. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Peter John Coppa practiced law?
Peter John Coppa has 64+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1962.
Where did Peter John Coppa go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has Peter John Coppa received?
Peter John Coppa's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

DePaul University B.L.
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University of Illinois B.S.
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1962

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