Daniel Peterson

Daniel Peterson is a Wisconsin litigator who represents plaintiffs and defendants in a wide range of civil matters. His practice includes real estate disputes, title issues, construction matters, condominium and homeowner association conflicts, contract disputes, probate matters, landlord-tenant conflicts, and personal injury cases involving vehicle and bicycle accidents.

Dan earned his J.D. from the University of Minnesota Law School in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He also earned his M.S. in Geoscience from Pennsylvania State University in University Park, Pennsylvania. He earned his B.A. in Geology and Environmental Studies from Macalester College in St. Paul, Minnesota.

Dan handles disputes involving real estate litigation, commercial litigation, construction liens, breaches of fiduciary duty, contracts, probate, and personal injury. His work includes helping clients understand claims, review evidence, assess risks, and carefully choose practical steps in civil litigation and related legal matters.

Dan also assists clients with real estate transactions and business matters. He has handled multi-million-dollar sales of real estate and businesses. His work includes contract drafting and review, business transactions, corporate governance, and guidance for corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships, and condominium and homeowner associations.

Dan is admitted in Wisconsin, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, the United States District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit. He was also admitted to Minnesota, though not active.

Daniel Peterson brings litigation and transactional experience to clients facing complex disputes and business matters. His background in natural sciences supports his analytical approach to legal problems. He helps clients understand their options, make informed decisions, and move forward with clear guidance in litigation, real estate, and business matters.

Law Office Affiliations

• Associate Attorney, Zimmer & Rens LLC
• Member, State Bar of Wisconsin

Licensed State

• Wisconsin

Education

• University of Minnesota Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Pennsylvania State University, University Park
  MS in Geoscience
• Macalester College, St. Paul
  BA in Geology & Environmental Studies

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