Peter A. Angelas

Peter A. Angelas is a shareholder at Alexander & Angelas, P.C., a law firm based in Bingham Farms, Michigan, where he focuses on a wide range of civil litigation matters. His practice spans personal injury, transportation and maritime law, workers’ compensation, auto negligence, insurance coverage disputes and professional liability, among other areas. He is particularly known for handling complex litigation involving catastrophic injuries, wrongful death claims and high-value property damage cases.

With nearly four decades of legal experience, Mr. Angelas has built a substantial trial practice. Over the course of his career, he has been involved in more than 4,000 litigated matters, representing a diverse client base that includes national motor carriers, insurance companies and corporate entities. His work often centers on defending and managing claims that require detailed legal analysis and strategic courtroom advocacy, particularly in trucking litigation and complex commercial disputes.

Mr. Angelas has been a shareholder at his firm since 1992, playing a key role in its litigation practice and client representation. In addition to his work in the courtroom, he is active in legal education, frequently lecturing on topics such as Michigan’s auto no-fault statute, liability in auto negligence cases and civil litigation procedures within the state.

Academically accomplished, Mr. Angelas graduated with a bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan in 1985. Later, he went on to attend the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, where he honed his shrewd legal acumen and received his Juris Doctor in 1988.

Mr. Angelas was admitted to practice law in Michigan in 1988 and is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit. His admissions across multiple courts allow him to manage cases from initial filings through trial and, when necessary, into the appeals process.

Throughout his career, Mr. Angelas has maintained a strong focus on delivering strategic and results-driven representation. His experience in insurance litigation and coverage disputes has made him a trusted resource for insurers navigating complex claims, while his work in professional liability and legal malpractice cases reflects his ability to address nuanced legal and ethical issues.