Atty. Peter Thomas Petrakis

Atty. Peter Thomas Petrakis

Peter Thomas Petrakis is a lawyer practicing products liability, admiralty and maritime law, personal injury and 5 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from Loyola University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Park Ridge Park Ridge 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About Peter Thomas Petrakis at a glance

Peter Thomas Petrakis is a Member based in Park Ridge, Illinois, practicing at Law Offices of Peter Petrakis. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on residential, medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1988). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1988) and Loyola University (B.A., 1985). Active member of Chicago and Illinois State Bar Associations Hellenic Bar Association. Provides legal services in Greek. Serands clients in Park Ridge, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Peter Thomas Petrakis is a lawyer practicing products liability, admiralty and maritime law, personal injury and 5 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from Loyola University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Peter practices at Law Offices of Peter Petrakis in Park Ridge, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Thomas Petrakis's Areas of Practice

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

Residential Real Estate

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Medical Malpractice

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Real Estate Law

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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 Park Ridge 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 Thomas Petrakis

Where is Peter Thomas Petrakis's law office located?
Peter Thomas Petrakis's law practice is located in Park Ridge, Illinois. The firm is Law Offices of Peter Petrakis. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Thomas Petrakis handle?
Peter Thomas Petrakis focuses on residential, medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Peter Thomas Petrakis practiced law?
Peter Thomas Petrakis has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
What languages does Peter Thomas Petrakis speak?
Peter Thomas Petrakis provides legal services in Greek. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Peter Thomas Petrakis go to law school?
Peter Thomas Petrakis earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Peter Thomas Petrakis for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1988
B.A.
Loyola University
- 1985

Languages

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1988

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