Atty. Peter W Riley

Atty. Peter W Riley

Peter W Riley is a lawyer practicing litigation, personal injury, wrongful death and 3 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from Williams College in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter W Riley at a glance

Peter W Riley is a Shareholder based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Schwebel, Goetz & Sieben, P.A.. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, slip & fall, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1977), U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1977), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1978). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1977) and Williams College (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Minnesota Association for Justice (President, 2003-2004) American Board of Trial Advocates (President, Minnesota, Chapter, 2007) Million Dollar Advocate's Forum American Association for Justice. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Peter W Riley is a lawyer practicing litigation, personal injury, wrongful death and 3 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from Williams College in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Peter practices at Schwebel, Goetz & Sieben, P.A. in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Peter W Riley's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Peter W Riley is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Minnesota →

Wrongful Death

Peter W Riley is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Minnesota →

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.

Peter W Riley is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Minnesota →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Peter W Riley is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Minnesota →

Product Liability

Peter W Riley is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Minnesota →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

Practicing law in Minnesota. Legal matters in Minnesota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Minneapolis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Minnesota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Minnesota 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 Minnesota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter W Riley

Where is Peter W Riley's law office located?
Peter W Riley's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Schwebel, Goetz & Sieben, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter W Riley handle?
Peter W Riley focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, slip & fall, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Peter W Riley practiced law?
Peter W Riley has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Peter W Riley go to law school?
Peter W Riley earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Peter W Riley for a consultation?
You can contact Peter W Riley directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Peter W Riley received?
Peter W Riley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota
- 1977
B.A.
Williams College
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1978

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