Atty. Peter H. Priest

Atty. Peter H. Priest

Mr. Peter H.

Durham Durham 45 yrs experience 45 year
Call (984) 312-8532 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Peter H. Priest at a glance

Peter H. Priest is a Member based in Durham, North Carolina, practicing at Peter H. Priest. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on patent, criminal defense, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1981), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1981), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1981), and North Carolina (1996). Educated at University of Maine (J.D., 1980) and University of Maine at Orono (B.S.E.E., 1977). Serands clients in Durham, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Peter H. Priest is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, electronics patents, patent application and 3 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.S.E.E. degree from University of Maine at Orono in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Peter practices at Peter H. Priest in Durham, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Peter H. Priest's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Criminal Defense

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Civil Litigation

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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 Durham 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 H. Priest

Where is Peter H. Priest's law office located?
Peter H. Priest's law practice is located in Durham, North Carolina. The firm is Peter H. Priest. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter H. Priest handle?
Peter H. Priest focuses on patent, criminal defense, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Peter H. Priest practiced law?
Peter H. Priest has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Peter H. Priest go to law school?
Peter H. Priest earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S.E.E., 1977).
How can I contact Peter H. Priest for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Maine
- 1980
B.S.E.E.
University of Maine at Orono
- 1977

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1981
North Carolina
Admitted: 1996

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