Atty. Peter Jonathon Young

Atty. Peter Jonathon Young

Peter Jonathon Young is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, creditors' rights. Peter received a B.S. degree from Boston State College, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Chicago Chicago 51 Years Experience 51 year
Call (872) 270-8734

Profile Summary

About Peter Jonathon Young at a glance

Peter Jonathon Young is an Attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Proskauer Rose LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, creditor rights, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1975), Illinois (2002), and California (2017). Educated at Sufforlk University J.D. (—) and Boston State College B.S. (—). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter Jonathon Young is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, creditors' rights
  • Peter received a B.S. degree from Boston State College, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Peter practices at Proskauer Rose LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Jonathon Young's Areas of Practice

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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 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 Jonathon Young

Where is Peter Jonathon Young's law office located?
Peter Jonathon Young's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Proskauer Rose LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Jonathon Young handle?
Peter Jonathon Young focuses on bankruptcy, creditor rights, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Peter Jonathon Young practiced law?
Peter Jonathon Young has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
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Education

Sufforlk University J.D.
- In Progress
Boston State College B.S.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1975
Illinois
Admitted: 2002
California
Admitted: 2017

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