Atty. Peter E. Bort
Peter E. Bort’s practice is grounded in the philosophy that a mindful approach to divorce and family law is a highly effective way for couples and families to reach simple, graceful solutions.
Family Law & More Attorney · Serving Malvern, PA · 42+ Years Experience
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About Peter E. Bort at a Glance
Peter E. Bort is a Principal based in Malvern, Pennsylvania, practicing at Bort Law, Mindful Divorce. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on divorce, trusts, family law, real estate, and poa. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1984). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1984) and State University of New York at Binghamton (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Malvern, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter E. Bort
- Peter E. Bort’s practice is grounded in the philosophy that a mindful approach to divorce and family law is a highly effective way for couples and families to reach simple, graceful solutions
- Through mediation and collaborative divorce methods, he assists clients with divorce, alimony and support arrangements, child custody, prenuptial agreements, and more
- Peter is recognized in the field as a solution-oriented and level-headed advocate who works to bring out the best in people
- To provide clients with the support they need for a successful outcome, he combines respectful representation and extensive legal knowledge with extraordinary personal commitment, dependability, and trustworthiness
- Divorce and other family law matters often present challenging emotional and financial issues
- Peter’s deep level of experience and dedication ensure his clients’ goals and needs are met
- In contrast to litigation, in which the steps toward resolution are dictated, mediation and collaborative approaches create customized paths to help families transition from working together in one way to working together in another way
- When a collaborative process is the answer, Peter is the advocate to help families find a successful solution
- EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND Peter earned his law degree from Georgetown University Law Center in 1984
- He also holds a Spiritual Counseling Certification from the University of Santa Monica
- Having practiced family law for more than 35 years, Peter began shifting his practice toward exclusively collaborative approaches in 2010
- He is actively involved the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP), a community of legal, mental health and financial professionals working together to create client-centered processes for conflict resolution
- For the past thirteen years, Peter has been a member of Collaborative Law Professionals of Southeastern Pennsylvania, a team-based practice group of professionals who share a vision for balanced and lasting solutions for their clients
- AWARDS AND RECOGNITION Peter has been rated as “Distinguished” by Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings, an honor based on his professional achievements and high ethical standards
- On , Peter has more than 75 reviews and holds a high rating, and he received the Client Choice Award
- His peers and past clients have great things to say about his character and practice
- this outstanding feedback and appreciation continue to drive his firm’s success
- PERSONAL AND COMMUNITY LIFE Peter has practiced mindful meditation daily for more than three decades
- He is happily married and continues to travel the world in his spare time
- Since 2013, he has volunteered his time and served on the Board of Trustees for Dunwoody Village, a non-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community in Newtown Square, a western suburb of Philadelphia
- PROFESSIONAL TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS • Mediation Training, Community Dispute Settlement Program, 1994 • Child Custody Mediation Training, 1995 (CDSP 40 hrs.) • Divorce & Custody Mediation, 1999. (AFM approved 40 hrs.) PAST AND PRESENT PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIPS • Collaborative Law Professionals of Southeastern Pennsylvania • International Academy of Collaborative Professionals • Pennsylvania Council of Mediators DISPUTE RESOLUTION EXPERIENCE • Mediator, Court-connected Custody Program, Montgomery County • Mediator, Center for Resolutions, Media, Pennsylvania • Mediator, Montgomery County Mediation Center, Norristown, Pennsylvania • Mediator, Community Dispute Settlement Program, Media, Pennsylvania • Mediator, Private (1994-Present) • Arbitrator, United States District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania • Arbitrator, Delaware County Court of Common Pleas • Arbitrator, Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas PRESENTATIONS • Pennsylvania Council of Mediators – The Process Towards Reflective Preparation, April 2017 • Montgomery Conflict Mediation Center – Advanced Divorce Mediation, May 2012 • From Issues to Process: The Choices that Lead to Peace – Institute for Individual and World Peace • Center for Resolutions-Custody Mediation Training, October 2006 • Introduction to Montgomery County Custody Mediation Orientation Program, 2001 – 2011 • People’s Law School, Montgomery County Bar Association, 2003 and 2004
Practice Areas Explained
Peter E. Bort's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter E. Bort handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Malvern.
Divorce in Malvern
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Trusts in Malvern
Peter E. Bort is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Family Law in Malvern
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Real Estate Law in Malvern
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Peter E. Bort is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Power of Attorney in Malvern
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Malvern
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Malvern are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Malvern Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Malvern-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 Malvern Choose Peter E. Bort
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 E. Bort's practice in the field of divorce, trusts, family law, real estate, and poa.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter E. Bort brings 42+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, trusts, and family law, Peter E. Bort can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Malvern
A Malvern-based practice means Peter E. Bort 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 E. Bort Handles in Malvern
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