Peter Howard Tilem

Peter Howard Tilem is a New York attorney at Tilem & Associates, PC, with experience in criminal defense, DUI, civil litigation, and complex court matters. His legal career began in 1991 as an Assistant District Attorney in the New York County District Attorney’s Office, where he served in the trial division. He prosecuted and investigated felony and misdemeanor cases, including violent crimes, nonviolent crimes, homicides, and white collar matters. That early courtroom work shaped his practical, careful, and strategic approach to representing clients in serious disputes.

Mr. Tilem earned a B.A. from Carnegie-Mellon University, with studies in Economics and Biology. He later earned a J.D. from Pace University School of Law. This education gave him a strong base in analysis, research, legal writing, and case planning. His background also supports his ability to review detailed facts, understand technical issues, and prepare clear arguments for court. He uses that training when building careful case strategies, examining evidence, and explaining legal choices to clients in direct and simple terms.

Mr. Tilem continued his career in private practice after serving as a senior prosecutor. He represented people in high-profile and complex cases, appearing in federal and state courts on criminal, civil, real estate, commercial, estate, and family matters. He has also been involved in matters that received media attention, including litigation connected to public figures. His broad trial experience helps him assess risks, prepare strong arguments, and respond to difficult legal issues before judges in active litigation with focus and discipline.

Peter Howard Tilem has helped clients by listening closely, giving individualized attention, and building strategies based on the facts and law. He understands that people facing court battles often feel stress, uncertainty, and fear. His work aims to make the legal process clearer while pursuing the best possible result. He has also trained police officers, prosecutors, and attorneys, and he has handled pro bono matters. Mr. Tilem continues to serve clients through steady preparation, courtroom skill, and professional judgment.

Law Office Affiliations

• Senior Partner, Tilem & Associates, PC
• Member, New York State Bar Association
• Member, Connecticut Bar Association

Licensed State

• New York
• Connecticut

Education

• Pace University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Carnegie Mellon University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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