Atty. Peter Edward Derry

Atty. Peter Edward Derry

Peter Edward Derry is a lawyer practicing estate planning and administration, business law, elder law and 1 other area of law. Peter received a A.B. degree from Boston College in 1962, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Rockville Rockville 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter Edward Derry at a glance

Peter Edward Derry is a Member based in Rockville, Maryland, practicing at Pyne & Derry, P.C.. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, and elder law. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1968), Maryland (1970), and Florida (1985). Educated at George Washington University (LL.B., 1967) and Boston College (A.B., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The District of Columbia Bar Bar Association of the District of Columbia The Florida Bar Maryland State and American (Member, Litigation Section) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Rockville, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter Edward Derry is a lawyer practicing estate planning and administration, business law, elder law and 1 other area of law
  • Peter received a A.B. degree from Boston College in 1962, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Peter practices at Pyne & Derry, P.C. in Rockville, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Edward Derry's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Peter Edward Derry is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Maryland →

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.

Peter Edward Derry is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Maryland →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Peter Edward Derry is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Maryland →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Peter Edward Derry is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Maryland →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter Edward Derry

Where is Peter Edward Derry's law office located?
Peter Edward Derry's law practice is located in Rockville, Maryland. The firm is Pyne & Derry, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Edward Derry handle?
Peter Edward Derry focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Peter Edward Derry practiced law?
Peter Edward Derry has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Peter Edward Derry go to law school?
Peter Edward Derry earned their education at (LL.B., 1967); (A.B., 1962).
How can I contact Peter Edward Derry for a consultation?
You can contact Peter Edward Derry 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 Edward Derry received?
Peter Edward Derry's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
George Washington University
- 1967
A.B.
Boston College
- 1962

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1968
Maryland
Admitted: 1970
Florida
Admitted: 1985

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