Peter’s practice concentrates on complex commercial and business litigation and advising clients concerning a wide variety of business-related disputes and corporate transactions. His practice includes the representation of national and multinational clients in the areas of franchise, licensing and distribution, product liability, retail, unfair competition, trademark, trade secrets and other intellectual property claims, contract disputes, employment counseling and defense, and defending consumer-related claims.
Peter also handles sensitive internal investigations for corporate clients in the United States and abroad. He has significant experience in corporate franchise and distribution law and represents technology companies, truck and parts manufacturers, and chemical and performance materials companies in various business disputes and transactions. Peter often serves as coordinating counsel in connection with domestic and international representations, including a wide variety of employment, corporate governance, health care, and financial services matters, and real estate transactions.
Additionally, Peter represents private equity funds, hedge funds, international funds, family offices, and financiers (and other portfolio companies) in various types of domestic and cross-border transactions and disputes. He also advises boards of directors and management teams on a routine basis.
Peter speaks regularly on global supply chain issues, privilege, data breach response, improving collegiality and the value of mentoring, and varying perspectives within the legal profession. Peter dedicates significant time to professional, civic, and pro bono matters.
Peter has previously held numerous senior leadership roles within Reed Smith, including serving on the firm’s Executive Committee and Senior Management Team.
