Atty. Peter Nicholas Rigas

Atty. Peter Nicholas Rigas

Peter Nicholas Rigas is a lawyer practicing civil practice, personal injury, business/corporate law and 2 other areas of law. Peter received a B.S. degree from Western Michigan University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 58 yrs experience 58 year
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About Peter Nicholas Rigas at a glance

Peter Nicholas Rigas is a Principal based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practforg at Peter N. Rigas. They haand 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1968) and Colorado (1993). Educated at Detroit College of Law (J.D., 1968) and Western Michigan University (B.S., 1965). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Actiand member of Grand Rapids Bar Association State Bar of Michigan (Member, Sections on: Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Insurance, Negligence and Compensation Law) Michigan Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Peter Nicholas Rigas is a lawyer practicing civil practice, personal injury, business/corporate law and 2 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.S. degree from Western Michigan University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Peter practices at Peter N. Rigas in Grand Rapids, MI

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

Practforg law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Grand Rapids are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Peter Nicholas Rigas's law office located?
Peter Nicholas Rigas's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm is Peter N. Rigas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Peter Nicholas Rigas practiced law?
Peter Nicholas Rigas has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Peter Nicholas Rigas go to law school?
Peter Nicholas Rigas earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.S., 1965).
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Peter Nicholas Rigas's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Detroit College of Law
- 1968
B.S.
Western Michigan University
- 1965

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1968
Colorado
Admitted: 1993

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