Atty. Peter D. Schellie
Peter D. Schellie is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, commercial, financial restructuring and 6 other areas of law.
Commercial & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 56+ Years Experience
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About Peter D. Schellie at a Glance
Peter D. Schellie is an Of Counsel based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Bingham McCutchen LLP. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1970), District of Columbia (1976), Maryland U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit U.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of Mary (1985), and Maryland Court of Appeals U.S. District Court, District of Maryland U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Ci (1985). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (JD, 1970) and Indiana University (Artis Baccalaureate, 1967). Active member of R-Indiana, •American Bar Association •Bar Association of the District of Columbia •Maryland State Bar Association •Former member, advisory council to the Federal Reserve Board •Legislative director and counsel for Senator Dick Lugar. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter D. Schellie
- Peter D. Schellie is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, commercial, financial restructuring and 6 other areas of law
- Peter received a degree from Indiana University in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years
- Peter practices at Bingham McCutchen LLP in Washington, DC
Practice Areas Explained
Peter D. Schellie's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter D. Schellie handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Business & Corporate Law in Washington
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Washington
Peter D. Schellie is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in District of Columbia →
Insurance Law in Washington
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Washington Choose Peter D. Schellie
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Peter D. Schellie's practice in the field of business, m&a, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter D. Schellie brings 56+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Indiana, District of Columbia, and Maryland U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit U.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of Mary, Peter D. Schellie can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, m&a, and insurance, Peter D. Schellie can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Peter D. Schellie attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Peter D. Schellie Handles in Washington
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