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Overview

Overview

Peter Alter is an attorney in our Litigation & Dispute Resolution and Emerging & Growth Business practice groups. He specializes in complex commercial issues, including real estate, banking, restructuring, partnership, insurance, contract, business tort, and minority oppression litigation. He also has significant experience in various types of alternative dispute resolution cases. He tirelessly advocates for his clients’ positions and is ever-vigilant in anticipating pitfalls and challenges that may arise. Through a candid, practical, and client-centered approach, Peter has achieved exceptional results. Peter is known for his excellent judgment and perseverance in every aspect of litigation and has been selected as a top commercial litigator by numerous publications over the past several decades. He also has been chosen by courts and counsel to serve as a facilitator, mediator, or arbitrator in more than 90 cases.

Education & Admissions

Education & Admissions

Education

  • Columbia University Law School
    J.D.
  • Brandeis University
    B.A., magna cum laude
    Phi Beta Kappa
    Endowed Prize in Politics

Bar admissions

  • Michigan
  • Texas

Court Admissions

  • U. S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan
  • U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
  • U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania
  • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas
  • U.S. District Court for the District of Puerto Rico
  • U. S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit 

Affiliations

Affiliations

  • Oakland County Bar Association – President (2011—2012), President-elect (2010—2011), Vice President (2009—22010): and Board of Directors (2002—2012)
  • American Inns of Court, Oakland County Chapter – Master/Master Emeritus and Executive Committee (2002—2013)
  • Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit – Chairman of Executive Committee (2007—2010); President (2004—2007); and Vice President (1996—2001; 2002—2004)
  • Anti-Defamation League (Michigan) – President
  • National Anti-Defamation League Executive Committee and National Board of Commissioners (1982—Present)
  • United Jewish Communities Board of Trustees – Member (2004—2007)
  • Children’s Leadership Council of Michigan – Board Member (2016—2018)

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