Peter J. "Pete" Roberts
About Peter J. Roberts
Peter J. Roberts is a lawyer based in Chicago, IL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Peter J. Roberts is recognized in the following practice area:
- Chicago, Illinois
- Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Current Firm: Seyfarth Shaw LLP
Education: Duke University, J.D., graduated 1990 and Boston College, A.B. cum laude, graduated 1987
Location: Chicago, IL
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