Paul D. Peterson

Paul D. Peterson is the managing partner of Harper & Peterson, located in Woodbury, Minnesota. Extending his practice to the regions of Minneapolis and St. Paul metropolitan area, he focuses his practice on personal injury law and covers all aspects of the field, including:

• Medical malpractice
• Wrongful death
• Construction accidents
• Defective products
• Motor vehicle accidents
• Serious injuries

Mr. Peterson is a board-certified specialist in civil trial law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy and the Minnesota State Bar Association. He is a graduate of Florida State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree with dual majors in history and political science. He furthered his education at Mitchell Hamline School of Law, graduating cum laude with a Juris Doctor degree.

Throughout his illustrious career, Mr. Peterson has demonstrated a commitment to excellence and professionalism. Licensed to practice law in Minnesota and Wisconsin, he has represented clients across the United States. He is a distinguished member of several prestigious legal organizations, including the American Bar Association and the American Board of Trial Advocates. His extensive experience in personal injury law and civil litigation has earned him a peer-review rating of AV Preeminent* through Martindale-Hubbell. 

In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Peterson is dedicated to education and professional development. He is a frequent lecturer in continuing education courses, focusing on issues related to personal injury and wrongful death. His contributions to the legal community extend beyond his practice. He served as the 140th president of the Minnesota State Bar Association, where he played a pivotal role in shaping the legal landscape in Minnesota. He has also received a 10/10 rating on Avvo.

*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.