Peter "Pete" Werdesheim
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2020 About Peter Werdesheim
Peter Werdesheim is a lawyer based in Atlanta, GA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2020. Peter Werdesheim is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Commercial Litigation
- Ethics and Professional Responsibility Law
- Legal Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
- Professional Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Werdesheim & Newcomb LLC
Education: University of Georgia, J.D., graduated 2001
Location: Atlanta, GA
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