About Frederick J
Frederick J Petersen built his legal foundation in Washington, D.C., and Buffalo. He earned his Juris Doctor from The George Washington University Law School after completing a Bachelor of Arts in political science at the State University of New York at Buffalo. Those academic years framed his approach to legal work: methodical, attentive to detail and alert to how law intersects with public policy.
He began practicing in New York, entering a legal market that prizes both specialization and versatility. Over the course of his career he has worked on matters that range across civil practice lines. He learned early to translate complex statutes and case law into clear options for clients. Colleagues describe him as pragmatic in the office and deliberate when making strategic choices for a case.
Petersen’s courtroom experience includes appearances in state courts in New York. He has handled pretrial motions, negotiated settlements and tried cases before juries and judges. Those experiences shaped his litigation style. He favors preparation that leaves little to chance and values oral advocacy that is direct rather than ornate. Outside the courtroom he has worked on transactional matters that require careful drafting and attention to regulatory detail.
His educational background keeps him connected to both practical law and academic study. Courses at George Washington exposed him to federal law and litigation practice. His undergraduate work in political science at SUNY Buffalo informed his understanding of government institutions and policy debates. That combination of study and practice gives him a frame for both state and federal issues that clients may face.
Today he is principal of The Law Offices of Frederick J. Petersen. The firm serves clients in New York across a variety of civil matters. He organizes his practice to handle both contested litigation and negotiated resolutions. Clients who come to him typically seek clarity on options, a steady hand through procedural steps and direct explanations of likely outcomes.
Petersen keeps a steady professional presence in the local bar. He continues to accept cases in New York and to maintain a practice that balances courtroom work and client counseling. He currently practices law in New York, operating The Law Offices of Frederick J. Petersen and handling a range of matters for clients.
