Atty. Thomas Paul Peterson

Atty. Thomas Paul Peterson

Mr. Thomas Paul Peterson is a lawyer practicing corporate and commercial law, mergers and acquisitions, labor and employee relations law and 2 other areas of law.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Paul Peterson at a glance

Thomas Paul Peterson is a Managing Shareholder based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Tucker Arensberg, P.C.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on employment, business, m&a, and education. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1980). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1980) and Gannon University (B.A. Political, 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. Thomas Paul Peterson is a lawyer practicing corporate and commercial law, mergers and acquisitions, labor and employee relations law and 2 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Gannon University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Thomas practices at Tucker Arensberg, P.C. in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Paul Peterson's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Thomas Paul Peterson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Thomas Paul Peterson is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Paul Peterson

Where is Thomas Paul Peterson's law office located?
Thomas Paul Peterson's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is Tucker Arensberg, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Paul Peterson handle?
Thomas Paul Peterson focuses on employment, business, m&a, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Thomas Paul Peterson practiced law?
Thomas Paul Peterson has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Thomas Paul Peterson go to law school?
Thomas Paul Peterson earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A. Political, 1977).
How can I contact Thomas Paul Peterson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas Paul Peterson received?
Thomas Paul Peterson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1980
B.A. Political
Gannon University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1980

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