Atty. Peter R Jennetten

Atty. Peter R Jennetten

Peter R. Jennetten joined Quinn Johnston in 1996 and concentrates his practice on litigation of municipal tort liability claims and civil rights and discrimination claims.

Peoria Peoria 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter R Jennetten at a glance

Peter R Jennetten is a Partner based in Peoria, Illinois, practicing at Quinn Johnston. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, construction, slip & fall, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1996), U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1996), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois (2002), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2006). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1996) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1991). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Civil Rights Seminar Committee) United States District Court of the Central District of Illinois (Local Rules Committee, Peoria County and Illinois State Bar Associations American Inns of Court Illinois Association of Defense Trial Counsel Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Peoria, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter R. Jennetten joined Quinn Johnston in 1996 and concentrates his practice on litigation of municipal tort liability claims and civil rights and discrimination claims
  • He also has significant experience representing clients in legal disputes relating to premises liability, construction litigation, employment law, insurance coverage and analysis litigation, appellate practice, and general negligence
  • While Peter continues to handle a variety of personal injury matters, his practice increasingly focuses on federal court litigation, particularly the defense of law enforcement officers, jail medical staff and other government officials in civil rights cases
  • He also regularly argues cases in the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals
  • Phi Beta Kappa
  • Senior Articles Editor, Georgetown University Law Review
  • Chairman, Environmental Law Forum

Practice Areas Explained

Peter R Jennetten's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Construction Law

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Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Peter R Jennetten is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Illinois →

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 Peoria 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 R Jennetten

Where is Peter R Jennetten's law office located?
Peter R Jennetten's law practice is located in Peoria, Illinois. The firm is Quinn Johnston. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter R Jennetten handle?
Peter R Jennetten focuses on personal injury, employment, construction, slip & fall, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Peter R Jennetten practiced law?
Peter R Jennetten has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Peter R Jennetten go to law school?
Peter R Jennetten earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.S., 1991).
How can I contact Peter R Jennetten for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Peter R Jennetten received?
Peter R Jennetten's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1996
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1991

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2006

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