Atty. Peter Ames Colman

Atty. Peter Ames Colman

Peter Ames Colman is a lawyer practicing real estate law, small business law, estate litigation and 2 other areas of law. Peter received a A.B. degree from Franklin & Marshall College in 1966, and has been licensed for 55 years.

Fayetteville Fayetteville 55 Years Experience 55 year
Call (719) 521-3324

Profile Summary

About Peter Ames Colman at a glance

Peter Ames Colman is a divorce, business, real estate, creditor rights, and estate litigation attorney based in Fayetteville, New York. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Admitted to practice in New York (1971). Educated at Syracuse University (J.D., 1969) and Franklin & Marshall College (A.B., 1966). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Fayetteville, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Peter Ames Colman is a lawyer practicing real estate law, small business law, estate litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Peter received a A.B. degree from Franklin & Marshall College in 1966, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • Peter practices in Fayetteville, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Ames Colman's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Peter Ames Colman is one of 45,063 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in New York →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Peter Ames Colman is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New York →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Peter Ames Colman is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Peter Ames Colman is one of 39,028 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in New York →

Estate & Trust Litigation

Peter Ames Colman is one of 18,366 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in New York →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fayetteville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter Ames Colman

Where is Peter Ames Colman's law office located?
Peter Ames Colman's law practice is located in Fayetteville, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Ames Colman handle?
Peter Ames Colman focuses on divorce, business, real estate, creditor rights, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Peter Ames Colman practiced law?
Peter Ames Colman has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Peter Ames Colman go to law school?
Peter Ames Colman earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (A.B., 1966).
How can I contact Peter Ames Colman for a consultation?
You can contact Peter Ames Colman directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Peter Ames Colman received?
Peter Ames Colman's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Syracuse University
- 1969
A.B.
Franklin & Marshall College
- 1966

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1971

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