Atty. Peter B Tiernan

Atty. Peter B Tiernan

Mr. Peter B Tiernan is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, elder law, estate planning and 5 other areas of law.

Margate Margate 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter B Tiernan at a glance

Peter B Tiernan is a Member based in Margate, Florida, practicing at Peter B. Tiernan Attorney at Law, PA. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in Florida (1973). Educated at University of Florida J.D. (—) and Villanova University B.A. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Margate, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Peter B Tiernan is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, elder law, estate planning and 5 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from Villanova University, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Peter practices at Peter B. Tiernan Attorney at Law, PA in Margate, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Peter B Tiernan's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Real Estate Law

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

Peter B Tiernan is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter B Tiernan

Where is Peter B Tiernan's law office located?
Peter B Tiernan's law practice is located in Margate, Florida. The firm is Peter B. Tiernan Attorney at Law, PA. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter B Tiernan handle?
Peter B Tiernan focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Peter B Tiernan practiced law?
Peter B Tiernan has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Peter B Tiernan go to law school?
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How can I contact Peter B Tiernan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Peter B Tiernan received?
Peter B Tiernan's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

University of Florida J.D.
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Villanova University B.A.
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Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1973

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