Atty. Peter S. Erly
Peter S. Erly is a lawyer practicing commercial law, corporate law, securities law.
Commercial Law & More Attorney · Serving Burlington, VT · 44+ Years Experience
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About Peter S. Erly at a Glance
Peter S. Erly is a Shareholder based in Burlington, Vermont, practicing at Gravel & Shea PC. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business and securities. Admitted to practice in Georgia (Inactive) (1982) and Vermont (1987). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1981) and Williams College (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Chittenden County, Vermont (Chair, Business Associations Committee, 1993-1998 Co-Chair, Vermont Limited Liability Company Act Subcommittee, 1992-1996) and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Burlington, VT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter S. Erly
- Peter S. Erly is a lawyer practicing commercial law, corporate law, securities law
- Peter received a B.A. degree from Williams College in 1975, and has been licensed for 44 years
- Peter practices at Gravel & Shea PC in Burlington, VT
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Peter S. Erly's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter S. Erly handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Burlington.
Business & Corporate Law in Burlington
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Securities Law in Burlington
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Burlington
Practicing law in Vermont. Legal matters in Vermont are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Burlington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Vermont state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Vermont 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 Vermont courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Burlington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Burlington-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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Why Clients in Burlington Choose Peter S. Erly
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 S. Erly's practice in the field of business and securities.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter S. Erly brings 44+ 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 Georgia (Inactive) and Vermont, Peter S. Erly can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business and securities, Peter S. Erly can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Burlington
A Burlington-based practice means Peter S. Erly 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 S. Erly Handles in Burlington
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