Civil Litigation Defense & More Attorney · Serving Milwaukee, WI · 39+ Years Experience
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About Peter M. Silver at a Glance
Peter M. Silver is a Partner based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, practicing at Hennessy & Roach, P.C.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, product liability, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1987) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin (1987). Educated at Marquette University Law School (J.D., 1987) and University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire (B.B.A., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Wisconsin, Wisconsin Association of Workers Compensation Attorneys. Serves clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter M. Silver
- Atty. Peter M. Silver is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, general liability, civil litigation defense and 3 other areas of law
- Peter received a B.B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Peter practices at Hennessy & Roach, P.C. in Milwaukee, WI
Practice Areas Explained
Peter M. Silver's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter M. Silver handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Milwaukee.
Personal Injury in Milwaukee
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 M. Silver is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Wisconsin →
Workers Compensation in Milwaukee
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Peter M. Silver is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Wisconsin →
Product Liability in Milwaukee
Peter M. Silver is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Wisconsin →
Civil Litigation in Milwaukee
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Peter M. Silver is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Wisconsin →
Appellate Practice in Milwaukee
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Peter M. Silver is one of 85,572 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Wisconsin →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Milwaukee
Practicing law in Wisconsin. Legal matters in Wisconsin are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Milwaukee are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wisconsin state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Milwaukee Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Milwaukee-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Milwaukee Choose Peter M. Silver
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Peter M. Silver's practice in the field of personal injury, workers comp, product liability, litigation, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter M. Silver brings 39+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Wisconsin and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin, Peter M. Silver can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, workers comp, and product liability, Peter M. Silver can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Milwaukee
A Milwaukee-based practice means Peter M. Silver attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Peter M. Silver Handles in Milwaukee
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Peter M. Silver has experience with under Wisconsin law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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