Atty. Peter William Carter

Atty. Peter William Carter

Peter William Carter is a lawyer practicing litigation, antitrust, lawsuits & disputes and 1 other area of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1985, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter William Carter at a glance

Peter William Carter is a Partner based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Dorsey & Whitney LLP. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on securities, litigation, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Minnesota U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wiscon (1992). Educated at University of Minnesota Law School (J.D., 1991) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter William Carter is a lawyer practicing litigation, antitrust, lawsuits & disputes and 1 other area of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1985, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Peter practices at Dorsey & Whitney LLP in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Peter William Carter's Areas of Practice

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

Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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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 William Carter

Where is Peter William Carter's law office located?
Peter William Carter's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Dorsey & Whitney LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter William Carter handle?
Peter William Carter focuses on securities, litigation, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Peter William Carter practiced law?
Peter William Carter has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Peter William Carter go to law school?
Peter William Carter earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Peter William Carter for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Peter William Carter received?
Peter William Carter's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota Law School
- 1991
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wiscon
Admitted: 1992

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