Peter G. Rush, Entertainment Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
focused on Entertainment, Litigation, and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
Chicago, IL
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Peter G. Rush is a shareholder based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Entertainment, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
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- Chicago, IL
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- Entertainment · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles Entertainment, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Chicago, IL.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Peter G. Rush: Peter G. Rush is a shareholder based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Entertainment, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Peter's practice areas in Chicago
Peter concentrates on entertainment, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Peter handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment
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Personal Injury
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Entertainment cases in Chicago, Illinois
Peter takes entertainment matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Peter agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Chicago, Illinois
Peter takes litigation matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Peter agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Chicago, Illinois
Peter takes personal injury matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Peter agrees to represent you.
Biography
Peter G. Rush, entertainment attorney serving Chicago
Peter G. Rush is a shareholder based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Entertainment, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Peter works from Chicago, Illinois and takes on entertainment matters across the region.
Peter G. Rush has more than 35 years of experience handling all aspects of complex commercial litigation. He represents clients ranging from Fortune 50 companies, universities and not-for-profit entities to corporate officers and directors in the context of securities fraud cases, class actions and derivative suits, and disputes involving complex financial instruments. He also is experienced conducting internal investigations, representing special committees and representing several clients in proceedings before the Securities and Exchange Commission.
For more than 25 years, Pete also has maintained an active sport law practice where he represents institutions (professional sports clubs, colleges, universities and high schools) and countless amateur student-athletes on a wide range of issues. Pete is listed in The Best Lawyers in America, Sports Law (2023-2025).
Pete conducts a national practice, having represented clients all over the United States, and is admitted to practice in Florida, Illinois, and Indiana.
Concentrations
•Commercial litigation and arbitration
•Sports law
•Securities and shareholder litigation
•Corporate internal investigation
Judicial Clerkships
•Hon. James E. Noland, Chief Judge of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Accolades
•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Sports Law, 2023-2025
•Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, Illinois Super Lawyers, 2016-2026
•Listed, Leading Lawyers, 2019-2026
•Rated, AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0
•Rated, AV Preeminent Highest Possible Rating in Both Legal Ability & Ethical Standards, 2022
How Peter handles entertainment matters
Peter G. Rush has more than 35 years of experience handling all aspects of complex commercial litigation. He represents clients ranging from Fortune 50 companies, universities and not-for-profit entities to corporate officers and directors in the context of securities fraud cases, class actions and derivative suits, and disputes involving complex financial instruments. He also is experienced…
Who Peter represents
Peter reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, litigation, and personal injury matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Peter studied and practices
Duke University School of Law J.D. with honors Duke University School of Law J.D. 1985 Order of the Coif Duke University School of Law J.D. Note and Comment Editor Duke University School of L
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University of Notre Dame
B.A. · 1982
Peter studied at — in Duke University School of Law J.D. with honors Duke University School of Law J.D. 1985 Order of the Coif Duke University School of Law J.D. Note and Comment Editor Duke University School of L and B.A. in University of Notre Dame.
Law school and academic background
Peter completed — in Duke University School of Law J.D. with honors Duke University School of Law J.D. 1985 Order of the Coif Duke University School of Law J.D. Note and Comment Editor Duke University School of L and B.A. in University of Notre Dame. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Peter runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Peter's legal honors and published work
Peter has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Peter's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional & Community Involvement •Trustee, Notre Dame Club of Chicago Scholarship Foundation
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Locations
Peter G. Rush's office in Chicago
Peter's primary office is at 77 West Wacker Drive, Suite 3100, Chicago, IL, 60601. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
77 West Wacker Drive, Suite 3100
Chicago, IL 60601
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Client reviews of Peter G. Rush — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Peter. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing entertainment attorneys in Chicago.
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How to hire Peter G. Rush — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Peter usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Peter charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Peter's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Peter will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Peter
Peter discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in entertainment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every entertainment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Peter confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Peter's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many entertainment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Peter G. Rush
How much does it cost to hire Peter for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Peter walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Peter offer a free consultation?
Peter charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Peter's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Peter's current terms during booking.
How long do entertainment cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple entertainment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Peter gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Peter take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Peter is licensed in Illinois. Matters governed by Illinois law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Peter will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Peter?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Peter will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Peter accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Peter's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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