Peter J. Wifler

Peter J. Wifler is an experienced attorney known for guiding clients through complex legal issues with clarity and care. His work focuses on resolving sensitive family matters and advising individuals and businesses on practical legal solutions. He is respected for balancing legal strategy with financial awareness.

Peter completed his undergraduate studies at Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, earning a B.A. in 1978, with a major in Accounting. He later attended John Marshall Law School in Chicago, Illinois, where he earned a J.D. with High Distinction in 1986, and contributed to the John Marshall Law Review.

Peter began his professional path as a CPA with Ernest & Young, developing strong skills in financial analysis and compliance. After law school, he practiced at Ungaretti & Harris, where he gained valuable litigation and advisory experience that continues to inform his work with financially complex legal matters.

Peter represents individuals in a wide range of family law matters, including divorce and post-decree issues. He approaches emotionally charged disputes with care, focusing on fair outcomes while weighing financial impact and the well-being of children, and he often works toward settlement before pursuing court intervention.

Peter also advises individuals and small businesses on corporate and commercial matters. His work includes drafting and reviewing contracts, assisting with purchase and sale transactions, and addressing commercial real estate concerns, offering clients practical guidance that aligns legal decisions with sound financial planning principles and goals.

Peter maintains active involvement in professional organizations, including the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), Illinois State Bar Association, and Lake County Bar Association. He is admitted to practice in Illinois and the U.S. District Court Northern District of Illinois, with roughly half of his practice devoted to litigation.

Peter J. Wifler continues to serve clients by combining legal insight with financial understanding to resolve disputes and guide long-term decisions. His balanced approach emphasizes efficiency, fairness, and clear communication, helping individuals and businesses move forward with confidence while navigating family, corporate, and commercial legal challenges.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Salvi, Salvi & Wifler, P.C.
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association
• Member, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
• Member, Lake County Bar Association
• Member, Hawthorn Woods Police Commission

Licensed State

• Illinois

Education

• John Marshall Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Marquette University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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