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I am a 55 year old married father of 6 (3 are steps, 3 boys, 3 girls, - yes, very Brady Bunch). I have seven grandchildren and I have been a single parent, though I have been married most of my adult life.
I have always been active in my community, teaching and coaching swimming, lifeguarding and providing lifeguarding/safety work at the Wausau Kayak Course, including safety work at the 1996 Olympics. I have been an active participant in my faith, having taught Sunday school, Hebrew lessons, Chairing committees and having been an active board member and officer of the board at my Synagogue and an organizer of Synagogue events. I serve on the Boards of Directors at a number of Non-profit organizations including currently serving as President at two and secretary at another. I am active in the Optimists, Masons and as a Shriner and regularly volunteer as a driver taking children from our area to the Shriner's Hospital for Children in St. Paul MN
I have been a stalwart champion of the rights of the disadvantaged. Practicing for 7 years as a staff attorney at Wisconsin Judicare, Inc. a Legal Services grantee providing free legal services to low income individuals in civil matters only. I have, since 1997 taken Public Defender assignments and County assignments. I have always championed my client's causes with energy, zeal and enthusiasm.
I love what I do and do it in a way that reflects that love. I have a passion for Justice and try to serve it as best I can.
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Acquired: 1988
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1008 N 5th St, Wausau, WI, 54403
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Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Knowledgeable, compassionate & gets results
Peter Rotter is THE best! He is compassionate, knowledgeable & affordable. He knows the legal system extremely well! My mother worked with him at the court house & recommended him to me and she was right. I recommend him to friends & anyone who needs a friendly compassionate & excellent attorney. I’v...
"Peter has the sharp mind and acumen to take on any criminal matter. I fully endorse this lawyer and his incredible body of work."
"Peter Rotter possesses the personal qualities you need most in an attorney: integrity, a committment to justice and a strong work ethic. He has years of experience in both civil and criminal law, giving him a wide base of knowledge that allows him to efficiently tackle the most complex legal matters. In addition to his professional expertise, Attorney Rotter is dedicated to the betterment of his community and is active in a host of community organizations. In sum, if you need an attorney in Central Wisconsin, you can't go wrong with Peter Rotter."
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1997 - Present
Attorney, Peter C. Rotter, Attorney at Law
1995 - 1997
Agent, Metlife and The New England Co.
1988 - 1995
Staff Attorney, Wisconsin Judicare, Inc.
2007 - Present
Wisconsin Judicare, Inc.Board Member
2007 - Present
Wausau Breakfast Optimists (Optimist International)Vice President
2005 - Present
Eau Claire Consistory, 32nd degree Scottish Rite
1997 - Present
Marathon County Child Development Agency (Headstart)Board Member (Past President)
2008 - 2009
Marathon County Bar AssociationImmediate Past President
2008 - 2008
Forest Lodge 130, Free and Accepted MasonsPast Master
2007 - 2009
Wisconsin Valley Shrine, Timber Shrine (ZOR)President
2006 - 2007
Marathon County Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysPresident
2004 - 2006
Mount Sinai CongregationPast President
1988
JD - Juris Doctor