Peter Rigelhaupt

Peter D. Rigelhaupt, an experienced attorney at The Perecman Firm, PLLC since 2009, brings over 20 years of defense practice expertise to his role. His background offers him unique insights into the defense bar and insurance industry, enhancing his effectiveness as a negotiator and attorney. Specializing in personal injury cases, Rigelhaupt vigorously represents clients harmed by negligence, particularly focusing on injured construction workers but also handling premises liability, product liability, and motor vehicle accident cases. He also champions civil rights cases, advocating for victims of police brutality, wrongful arrest, and malicious prosecution, with a successful track record. Additionally, he leads the firm’s motion and appellate practice group, regularly arguing before appellate courts and authoring briefs. Noteworthy achievements include his involvement in a groundbreaking civil rights case resulting in a $4 million settlement, where the New York State Court of Appeals reversed a prior decision and reinstated the plaintiff’s case.

Albany Law School

(1988)

1988

New York State Trial Lawyer's Association

Current

New York State Bar  # 2250801

Member

1989 - Current

New York

Since 1989