Business Attorney | Serving Chicago, IL
Business Attorney | Serving Chicago, IL
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Biography
Peter Chandler is a seasoned attorney with over 12 years of experience advising businesses and entrepreneurs in Chicago and throughout Illinois. Known for his calm, analytical approach, Peter focuses on providing practical legal strategies that help clients minimize risk and resolve disputes efficiently.
After earning his Juris Doctor from the University of Chicago Law School, Peter began his legal career at a top-tier corporate law firm before founding Chandler & Hartman, where he represents startups, established enterprises, and high-net-worth individuals. His work includes everything from M&A deals and contract negotiations to real estate litigation and compliance counseling.
Peter is a member of the Illinois State Bar Association and serves on the board of the Chicago Business Legal Roundtable. Outside of work, he enjoys cycling, volunteering for legal aid clinics, and exploring architectural history.
I provide legal consultation for businesses of all sizes and at all stages of development.
Practice Area
Fees & Payment Type
Cost
- Free Consultation
- $0 first 15 minutes
- Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
- Hourly Rates
- $250 — $400 Per hour
Peter Chandler's Reviews
Strategic Legal Expertise That Delivers
Peter Chandler delivers exceptional legal insight in corporate structuring and contract negotiation. His precision and professionalism make him a trusted advisor for complex business agreements.
Peter Chandler's Lawyer Endorsements
Honors & Awards
2023
Super Lawyers®, Rising Star in Business Law
2021
Chicago Lawyer Magazine, Top 25 Under 40 Attorneys in Chicago
2020
Avvo, Client Choice Award
Education
- J.D., University of Chicago Law School
- Business Law & Commercial Litigation
- B.A, Northwestern University
- Political Science
License
14 years since Peter Chandler was first licensed to practice law
- 2012
- active
- Illinois
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Chandler & Hartman, PLLC, Senior Attorney
2012 - 2017
Mason & Brook LLP, Associate Attorney
2010 - 2010
Office of the Illinois Attorney General, Intern
Professional Associations
2015
Cook County Bar Association
Contributor, Mentor
2014
American Bar Association (ABA)
Member
2013
Chicago Bar Association (CBA)
Member, Business Law Section
2012
Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA)
Member
Publications
2023
Mitigating Risk in Commercial Contracts, Illinois Business Journal
Certifications
2022
Legal Ethics & Professional Responsibility, Illinois State Bar Continuing Ed Program
2021
Advanced Corporate Law Certificate, Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education (IICLE)
2020
Certified in Contract Law, Harvard University (Online – edX)
Speaking Engagements
2023
Illinois Small Business Development Center
Legal Strategies for Startup Success
2022
American Bar Association
Best Practices in Corporate Governance
2022
Illinois Bar Foundation
Risk Management in Commercial Real Estate
2021
Northwestern Pritzker School of Law
Contract Law Essentials
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Location
Chandler & Hartman, PLLC
330 West Adams Street, Suite 850
Message
Get
Direction
(312) 555-9842
Peter Chandler
Business, Contracts and Agreements, Corporate and Incorporation & Real Estate