Atty. Peter Sullivan
Peter Sullivan is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, federal civil litigation. Peter received a B.B.A. degree from Nichols College in 1968, and has been licensed for 47 years.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Garden City, NY · 47+ Years Experience
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About Peter Sullivan at a Glance
Peter Sullivan is a Partner based in Garden City, New York, practicing at Berkman, Henoch, Peterson & Peddy, P.C.. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1979) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1980). Educated at St. John's University (J.D., 1978) and Nichols College (B.B.A., 1968). Active member of Suffolk County and New York State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Garden City, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter Sullivan
- Peter Sullivan is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, federal civil litigation
- Peter received a B.B.A. degree from Nichols College in 1968, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Peter practices at Berkman, Henoch, Peterson & Peddy, P.C. in Garden City, NY
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Peter Sullivan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Sullivan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Garden City.
Civil Litigation in Garden City
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Garden City
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Garden City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Garden City Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Garden City-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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Why Clients in Garden City Choose Peter Sullivan
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 Sullivan's practice in the field of litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter Sullivan brings 47+ 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 New York and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, Peter Sullivan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Litigation Practice
Concentrating on litigation means Peter Sullivan's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Garden City
A Garden City-based practice means Peter Sullivan 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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