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Law Office of Peter J. Carman, S.C.Partner
Atty. Peter J. Carman
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Atty. Peter J. Carman

4.7
126 reviews

1225 N. Hawthorne Drive, Appleton, WI 54915

Motor Vehicle Accidents, Car Accidents, Truck and Commercial Vehicle Crashes and 7 more

About Atty. Peter J. Carman

Peter J. Carman is a civil litigator who knows the insurance world from the inside. He built much of his career handling insurance defense in general liability and workers’ compensation, and he now uses that background to help individuals with personal injury and workers’ comp claims. Peter is a hands-on, detail-focused lawyer with first-chair trial and hearing experience, and he takes the time to understand what’s actually driving a case; medically, financially, and legally, so nothing important gets missed. Every matter starts with a free consultation, because he wants clients to feel comfortable with the process and to make sure he has the full story from day one. His work has been recognized with honors including Avvo Clients’ Choice, listings in The Best Lawyers in America for Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants and Litigation – Insurance, Wisconsin Super Lawyers recognition, and Martindale-Hubbell’s AV Preeminent rating.

 

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Champion Badge Gold

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Champion Badge Platinum

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Atty. Peter J. Carman got this award in 2021

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Atty. Peter J. Carman got this award in 2021

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Atty. Peter J. Carman got this award in 2021

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Atty. Peter J. Carman got this award in 2021

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Workers Compensation
Posted by anonymous
December 21, 2020
Hired Attorney

Attorney Peter Carman is the BEST! I highly recommend. My first attorney, Tom Domer, was, noted as an outstanding attorney and to assist ME with my worker's comp case. Think again...he was not for the injured. When I first emailed Attorney Carman he responded to me in seconds. He also understood my concerns and executed. Not only was a disfigurement claim settled the first few months I hired him, but also my vocational retraining program and past and future medical bills were settled. Patience is a virtue and worker's comp claims take time. Attorney Carman will be there during the thick and thin and WILL NOT back down! As I stated earlier, Attorney Carman is the BEST in Northeast Wisconsin and if you haven’t reached out to him for your worker’s compensation case…WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?!

 
Workers Compensation
Posted by anonymous
November 09, 2020
Hired Attorney

From day one Atty. Peter Carman was determined to help me with my case. Even before agreeing to take my case, Peter stepped in when the insurance company was giving me the run around on the basic paperwork required to begin the legal process. My case was a 4-year process, requiring multiple surgeries and medical providers, across 2 states. Being put into a tight spot monetarily lead to many of the medical bills moving to collects. Peter expertly sorted and documented the debts incurred from my injuries, and presented them to the court. Peter didn’t hesitate to step between me and the Insurance companies, providers, and collections agencies. He will assertively defend you while the case being assembled for presentation. In the hearing for my case Peter knew all the details from the past 4 years and expertly used that knowledge to rebuttal the case assembled by the insurer’s attorney. In 4 years I never once question his dedication to helping me get the compensation I deserved.

 
Response from Peter J.
November 09, 2020
I am glad we were able to achieve a fair resolution of your case - thank you for kind review!
Workers Compensation
Posted by anonymous
August 14, 2020
Hired Attorney

Great attorney! Answered all questions and emails very fast. Took the to understand case. Would recommend to anyone.

Workers Compensation
Posted by anonymous
June 14, 2019
Hired Attorney

Pete took my case without hesitation knowing it would be a complicated case. Pete and his Para-Legal Kara took time throughout the entire process to explain in detail what was happening. Pete displayed constant patience even if I demanded a re-explanation. Pete was prompt in his communications with me. I would have no hesitations in recommending Pete when there is a complicated case that needs a responsible and dedicated attorney.

 
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Areas of Law

  • Personal Injury
  • Other 9
    • Motor Vehicle Accidents
    • Car Accidents
    • Truck and Commercial Vehicle Crashes
    • Motorcycle Crashes
    • Pedestrian and Bicyclist Accidents
    • Slip and Fall Accidents
    • Dog Bites and Animal Attacks
    • Workers’ Compensation
    • Motor Vehicle Accidents On The job

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Fixed hourly rates: $175 - $185/hr
    Contingency Fee: 20% - 33%
  • Video Calls
    Offers Video Calls
    Video Call Options
    Zoom
    Skype
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Partner
    Firm Name
    Law Office of Peter J. Carman, S.C.
  • Additional Links
    https://www.peterjcarman.lawyer/attorney/carman-peter-james/

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2001, Wisconsin
    2001, U.S. District Courts, Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin
    2001, U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
    2001, Wisconsin
    Memberships

    State Bar of Wisconsin, Member, 2001 to Present
    Outagamie County Bar Association, Member, 2004 to Present
    Wisconsin Association of Worker’s Compensation Attorneys, Member, 2013 to Present
    Wisconsin Association of Justice, Member, 2013 to Present
    American Association for Justice, Member, 2024 to present
    Wisconsin Association of Justice, Worker’s Compensation Committee Member, 2013 to Present
    State Bar Ethics Committee, 2015 to 2021
    State Bar Moot Court Committee, 2022 to Present
    State Bar Wisconsin Lawyers’ Assistance Program (WISLAP) Committee, 2022 to 2023

  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law
    Class of 2001
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Wisconsin-Madison
    Class of 1995
    B.A.
    With High Honors; Political Science & History
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1972
    Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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    Atty. Peter J. Carman was admitted in 2001 to the State of Wisconsin and Wisconsin.
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    Yes, Atty. Peter J. Carman has a 4.3 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Yes, Atty. Peter J. Carman has a 5.0 Client Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Atty. Peter J. Carman attended Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law.

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