Atty. Peter A. Woolson

Atty. Peter A. Woolson

Peter A. Woolson is a lawyer practicing litigation, products liability, landlord/tenant and 1 other area of law.

Baltimore Baltimore 40 Years Experience 40 year
Call (443) 606-2910

Profile Summary

About Peter A. Woolson at a glance

Peter A. Woolson is a Member based in Baltimore, Maryland, practicing at P.A. Woolson, P.A.. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, product liability, litigation, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1986), U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (1988), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1990), and U.S. District Court, District of Columbia (1999). Educated at University of Maryland (J.D., 1986) and Cornell University (M.F.A. Johns, 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Maryland State and American Bar Associations Defense Research Institute Maryland Defense Counsel. Serves clients in Baltimore, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Peter A. Woolson is a lawyer practicing litigation, products liability, landlord/tenant and 1 other area of law
  • Peter A. received a M.F.A. degree from Cornell University in 1979, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Peter A. practices at P.A
  • Woolson, P.A. in Baltimore, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Peter A. Woolson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter A. Woolson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Product Liability

Peter A. Woolson is one of 60,257 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Maryland →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Peter A. Woolson is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Maryland →

Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

Peter A. Woolson is one of 19,927 landlord/tenant attorneys indexed nationally. Browse landlord/tenant attorneys in Maryland →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Baltimore are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter A. Woolson

Where is Peter A. Woolson's law office located?
Peter A. Woolson's law practice is located in Baltimore, Maryland. The firm is P.A. Woolson, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter A. Woolson handle?
Peter A. Woolson focuses on criminal defense, product liability, litigation, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Peter A. Woolson practiced law?
Peter A. Woolson has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Peter A. Woolson go to law school?
Peter A. Woolson earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (M.F.A. Johns, 1979).
How can I contact Peter A. Woolson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Peter A. Woolson received?
Peter A. Woolson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Maryland
- 1986
M.F.A. Johns
Cornell University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, District of Columbia
Admitted: 1999
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2008

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