Atty. Peter M Gerard
Peter M Gerard is a lawyer practicing tax planning and preparation, residential and commercial real estate purchase and sales, personal injury and 3 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from University of Connecticut in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years.
Personal Injury & More Attorney · Serving Northampton, MA · 52+ Years Experience
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About Peter M Gerard at a Glance
Peter M Gerard is a Member based in Northampton, Massachusetts, practicing at Gerard, Ghazey, & Bates, P.C.. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, business, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1974) and Massachusetts (1975). Educated at Boston University Law School (LL.M. Tax, 1976) and University of Connecticut (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Northampton, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter M Gerard
- Peter M Gerard is a lawyer practicing tax planning and preparation, residential and commercial real estate purchase and sales, personal injury and 3 other areas of law
- Peter received a B.A. degree from University of Connecticut in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
- Peter practices at Gerard, Ghazey, & Bates, P.C. in Northampton, MA
Practice Areas Explained
Peter M Gerard's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter M Gerard handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Northampton.
Personal Injury in Northampton
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Criminal Defense in Northampton
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Business & Corporate Law in Northampton
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Peter M Gerard is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Massachusetts →
Real Estate Law in Northampton
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Peter M Gerard is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Massachusetts →
Tax Law in Northampton
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Peter M Gerard is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Massachusetts →
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Northampton
Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Northampton are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Northampton Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Northampton-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 Northampton Choose Peter M Gerard
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 M Gerard's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, business, real estate, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter M Gerard brings 52+ 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 Connecticut and Massachusetts, Peter M Gerard can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and business, Peter M Gerard can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Northampton
A Northampton-based practice means Peter M Gerard 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 M Gerard Handles in Northampton
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Peter M Gerard has experience with under Massachusetts law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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