Atty. Peter Buckley McGuire

Atty. Peter Buckley McGuire

Mr. Peter Buckley McGuire is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate, trust & fiduciary litigation, business & corporate law and 3 other areas of law.

Asheville Asheville 24 yrs experience 24 year
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About Peter Buckley McGuire at a glance

Peter Buckley McGuire is an Attorney based in Asheville, North Carolina, practicing at Strauss Attorneys, PLLC. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (2002), U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina (2002), and Eastern Band of the Cherokee Nation Tribal Court (2007). Educated at University of Montana (J.D., 2002) and Davidson College (B.A., 1996). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of North Carolina State Bar North Carolina Bar Association (Member, Sections on: Litigation Environmental Law) 28th Judicial District Bar Association. Serands clients in Asheville, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Peter Buckley McGuire is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate, trust & fiduciary litigation, business & corporate law and 3 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from Davidson College in 1996, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Peter practices at Strauss Attorneys, PLLC in Asheville, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Buckley McGuire's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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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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Business & Corporate Law

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

Peter Buckley McGuire is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in North Carolina →

Civil Litigation

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter Buckley McGuire

Where is Peter Buckley McGuire's law office located?
Peter Buckley McGuire's law practice is located in Asheville, North Carolina. The firm is Strauss Attorneys, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Buckley McGuire handle?
Peter Buckley McGuire focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Peter Buckley McGuire practiced law?
Peter Buckley McGuire has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Peter Buckley McGuire go to law school?
Peter Buckley McGuire earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Peter Buckley McGuire for a consultation?
You can contact Peter Buckley McGuire 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 Buckley McGuire received?
Peter Buckley McGuire's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Montana
- 2002
B.A.
Davidson College
- 1996

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina
Admitted: 2002
Eastern Band of the Cherokee Nation Tribal Court
Admitted: 2007

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