Atty. Peter Stuart Britell
Peter Stuart Britell is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, real estate, tax-exempt organizations and 1 other area of law. Peter received a A.B. degree from Harvard University, and has been licensed for 60 years.
Antitrust & Trade Law & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 60+ Years Experience
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About Peter Stuart Britell at a Glance
Peter Stuart Britell is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Venable LLP. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on real estate, tax, and construction. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. Tax Court (1966). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1966) and Harvard University A.B. magna cum laude Harvard University A.B. Phi Beta Kappa (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter Stuart Britell
- Peter Stuart Britell is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, real estate, tax-exempt organizations and 1 other area of law
- Peter received a A.B. degree from Harvard University, and has been licensed for 60 years
- Peter practices at Venable LLP in New York, NY
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Why Clients in New York Choose Peter Stuart Britell
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Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter Stuart Britell brings 60+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering real estate, tax, and construction, Peter Stuart Britell can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
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