Atty. Peter Michael Friedman
Peter Michael Friedman is a lawyer practicing real estate, land use, land use & zoning and 7 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from Allegheny College, and has been licensed for 36 years.
Land Use & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 36+ Years Experience
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About Peter Michael Friedman at a Glance
Peter Michael Friedman is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Holland & Knight LLP. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on real estate, zoning, government, and military. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1990). Educated at American University's Washington College of Law J.D. (—) and Allegheny College B.A. (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Chicago and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter Michael Friedman
- Peter Michael Friedman is a lawyer practicing real estate, land use, land use & zoning and 7 other areas of law
- Peter received a B.A. degree from Allegheny College, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Peter practices at Holland & Knight LLP in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Peter Michael Friedman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Michael Friedman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Real Estate Law in Chicago
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Peter Michael Friedman is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →
Land Use & Zoning in Chicago
Peter Michael Friedman is one of 39,875 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Illinois →
Government & Administrative Law in Chicago
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Peter Michael Friedman is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Illinois →
Military Law in Chicago
Military attorneys for court-martial, discharge upgrades, veterans benefits, and military family matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-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 Chicago Choose Peter Michael Friedman
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 Michael Friedman's practice in the field of real estate, zoning, government, and military.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter Michael Friedman brings 36+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering real estate, zoning, and government, Peter Michael Friedman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Peter Michael Friedman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Peter Michael Friedman Handles in Chicago
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