My practice includes litigation, trials, appeals and arbitrations. Litigation experience throughout the United States includes contract, fraud, securities, negligence, employment, real estate, professional malpractice, antitrust, racketeering, collections, administrative hearings, class actions, mass actions, regulatory organizations, state and federal appeals and other matters.
Practice areas
161 N. Clark Street
Suite 2500
Chicago, IL, 60601
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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IL | Active And Authorized To Practice Law | 1980 | 12/06/2020 |
Legal answers | 25 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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AV Preeminent Rating | Martindale Hubble | 2019 |
America's Most Honored Professionals-Top 1% | American Registry | 2018 |
AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2018 |
AV Preeminent Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2017 |
America's Most Honored Professionals Top 1% | American Registry | 2017 |
Top Rated Lawyer in Labor and Employment | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
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AV Preeminent Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
America's Most Honored Professionals Top 1% | American Registry | 2016 |
Top Rated Lawyer in Labor and Employment Law | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
AV Rated for 20 Years | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
Top Rated Lawyer In Chicago | Martindale Hubbell | 2015 |
Client Distinction Award | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
AV Preeminent Rating | Martindale Hubbell | 2015 |
Top Rated Lawyer in Chicago | Martindale-Hubbell | 2014 |
Client Distinction Award | Martindale-Hubble | 2014 |
AV Rated for Fifteen Years | Martindale-Hubbell | 2014 |
AV Preeminent Rating | Martindale.com | 2013 |
AV Preeminent Rating | Martindale.com | 2012 |
AV Preeminent Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2011 |
BBB Accredited Business | Better Business Bureau | 2010 |
Rated A+ | Better Business Bureau | 2010 |
AV Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2010 |
Leading Illinois Lawyer-Commercial Litigation | American Leading Lawyers | 1996 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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The Law Office of Peter Ordower | 1995 - Present | |
Partner/Associate | Biegel & Sandler | 1991 - 1995 |
Associate | McNeill, Fick & Barnow | 1988 - 1990 |
Associate | Joyce & Kubasiak | 1980 - 1987 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Illinois Bar Association | Attorney Member | N/A |
Chicago Bar Association | Attorney Member | N/A |
American Bar Association | Attorney Member | N/A |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Loyola University Chicago | M.B.A. | 1998 |
University of Chicago Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 1980 |
University of Illinois, Chicago | B.A. | 1977 |
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Charles Wentworth, Litigation Attorney on Aug 7, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Peter and I have worked on multiple matters. He is always professional, advocating for his client without being disagreeable.
Theodore Karavidas, Litigation Attorney on May 26, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Peter and I opposed each other on a matter. He was polite but firm, knowledgeable on the law, and worked to preserve his clients rights and interests which remaining open to an amicable resolution.
Marcus Harris, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on Sep 5, 2008
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I’ve worked with Peter on a number of matters. He is a detail oriented attorney that is passionate about what he does. He is a strong advocate with the ability to see an issue from multiple angles. His insights regarding litigation strategy and procedure have proven invaluable. I have no hesitation referring my clients to Peter.