Atty. Peter R. Ayer, Jr

Atty. Peter R. Ayer, Jr

Peter R. Ayer, Jr is a lawyer practicing estate planning law, trusts and estates law, taxation law and 1 other area of law.

Amesbury Amesbury 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About Peter R. Ayer, Jr at a glance

Peter R. Ayer, Jr is a Member based in Amesbury, Massachusetts, practicing at Haskell & Ayer. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1977) and U.S. Tax Court (1977). Educated at Boston University (LL.M. University, 1976) and Tufts University (B.A., 1967). Active member of Massachusetts and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Amesbury, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter R. Ayer, Jr is a lawyer practicing estate planning law, trusts and estates law, taxation law and 1 other area of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from Tufts University in 1967, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Peter practices at Haskell & Ayer in Amesbury, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter R. Ayer, Jr's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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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.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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 Amesbury 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter R. Ayer, Jr

Where is Peter R. Ayer, Jr's law office located?
Peter R. Ayer, Jr's law practice is located in Amesbury, Massachusetts. The firm is Haskell & Ayer. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter R. Ayer, Jr handle?
Peter R. Ayer, Jr focuses on trusts, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Peter R. Ayer, Jr practiced law?
Peter R. Ayer, Jr has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Peter R. Ayer, Jr go to law school?
Peter R. Ayer, Jr earned their education at (LL.M. University, 1976); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact Peter R. Ayer, Jr for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M. University
Boston University
- 1976
B.A.
Tufts University
- 1967

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1977

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