Atty. Peter Joseph Preston

Atty. Peter Joseph Preston

Peter Joseph Preston is a lawyer practicing insurance and reinsurance litigation, trial practice. Peter received a B.B.A. degree from University of Miami in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Chicago Chicago 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter Joseph Preston at a glance

Peter Joseph Preston is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Hinkhouse Williams Walsh LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on litigation and insurance. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1995), Michigan (1996), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee (1996), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1997). Educated at University of Miami School of Law (J.D., 1995) and University of Miami (B.B.A., 1992). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter Joseph Preston is a lawyer practicing insurance and reinsurance litigation, trial practice
  • Peter received a B.B.A. degree from University of Miami in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Peter practices at Hinkhouse Williams Walsh LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Joseph Preston's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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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 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 Joseph Preston

Where is Peter Joseph Preston's law office located?
Peter Joseph Preston's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Hinkhouse Williams Walsh LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Joseph Preston handle?
Peter Joseph Preston focuses on litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Peter Joseph Preston practiced law?
Peter Joseph Preston has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Peter Joseph Preston go to law school?
Peter Joseph Preston earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Peter Joseph Preston for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Peter Joseph Preston received?
Peter Joseph Preston's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Miami School of Law
- 1995
B.B.A.
University of Miami
- 1992

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1995
Michigan
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1997
Illinois
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illin
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana
Admitted: 2005

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