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Lorrie T. Peeters is Recognized by California Super Lawyers

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Lorrie T. Peeters has been recognized by California Super Lawyers in the 2014 publication. Although she was recognized as an Illinois Rising Star in 2013, this is the first year that Ms. Peeters has been recognized as a California Rising Star by the publication. Super Lawyers selects its attorneys from more than 70 practice areas, through a multiphase process involving peer recognition and professional achievement. Intended to aid attorneys and consumers in identifying excellent counsel, Super Lawyers is well known for presenting a credible, comprehensive, and diverse body of selected professionals. Each year, only 5 percent of all state attorneys are named to Super Lawyers. The magazine is published in all 50 states and reaches more than 13 million readers.

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