Peter J. Kaiser
About Peter
Peter serves as outside general counsel for private companies, investment funds, and family offices, taking a collaborative, business-first approach to corporate matters. He advises on entity formation, commercial transactions, and investments in emerging growth companies and traditional and alternative funds.
An experienced mergers and acquisitions attorney, Peter focuses on innovative and practical solutions to complex problems — simplifying legal complexities so that clients can concentrate on key decisions and an efficient process.
Areas of Focus
Recognition
- Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch for Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), 2023 – 2025; and Mergers and Acquisitions Law, 2023 – 2025
Credentials
Education
- University of Wisconsin Law School, JD, magna cum laude
- University of Minnesota, BA
Bar Admissions
- Minnesota
- Wisconsin
Thought Leadership
Presentations
- "Helping Clients Start, Fund and Grow Their Business While Avoiding Monetary Troubles," Representing Small Businesses in Minnesota, Minnesota CLE, Virtual and Minneapolis, Minnesota, November 12, 2024
- "Early Stage Financing for Startup Companies – How to Finance the Enterprise in the Current Market," Business Law Institute, Minnesota CLE, Minneapolis, Minnesota, June 5, 2023
- "Early Stage Funding for Startup Companies," Business Law Institute, Minnesota CLE, Virtual and Minneapolis, Minnesota, May 9, 2022
Press Release
Thought Leadership
Presentations
- "Helping Clients Start, Fund and Grow Their Business While Avoiding Monetary Troubles," Representing Small Businesses in Minnesota, Minnesota CLE, Virtual and Minneapolis, Minnesota, November 12, 2024
- "Early Stage Financing for Startup Companies – How to Finance the Enterprise in the Current Market," Business Law Institute, Minnesota CLE, Minneapolis, Minnesota, June 5, 2023
- "Early Stage Funding for Startup Companies," Business Law Institute, Minnesota CLE, Virtual and Minneapolis, Minnesota, May 9, 2022
Press Release
Peter's Insights
Press Release
Apr 30, 2025
Hinshaw Welcomes Business-First Transactional Partner Peter J. Kaiser to Minneapolis Office
Press Release
Apr 30, 2025
Hinshaw Welcomes Business-First Transactional Partner Peter J. Kaiser to Minneapolis Office
