Peter was raised in St. Albert, Alberta. He matriculated at Paul
Kane High School. Following high school, Peter obtained a
Bachelor of Arts with Honors in Philosophy with First Class Honors.
During undergraduate studies, Peter had the privilege of studying
Legal Philosophy or jurisprudence under the tutelage of the
eminent legal philosopher Dr. R.A. Shiner.
Following undergraduate studies, Peter studied Law at the University of Alberta.
While studying law, Peter volunteered with Student Legal Services and obtained
invaluable practical experience with courtroom advocacy. While practicing law
Peter has become a certified breathalyzer technician; and has been a member
of the Alberta Trial Lawyers Association, the British Columbia Trial Lawyers
Association as well as the Canadian Bar Association. Although Peter has acquired
a recognition in defending persons charged with impaired driving and related
offences, he has also successfully defended persons charged with the full gamut
of criminal offences, ranging from mischief to murder.