Atty. Peter T. Gumaer

Atty. Peter T. Gumaer

Mr. Peter T.

Chevy Chase Chevy Chase 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter T. Gumaer at a glance

Peter T. Gumaer is a trusts, estate planning, real estate, bankruptcy, and creditor rights attorney based in Chevy Chase, Maryland. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in New York (1988) and Maine (1991). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 1987) and Colgate University (B.A., 1984). Serands clients in Chevy Chase, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Peter T. Gumaer is a lawyer practicing collections, bankruptcy law, real estate and 2 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from Colgate University in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Peter practices in Chevy Chase, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Peter T. Gumaer's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Peter T. Gumaer is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Maryland →

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.

Peter T. Gumaer is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Maryland →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Peter T. Gumaer is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Maryland →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Peter T. Gumaer is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Maryland →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Peter T. Gumaer is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Maryland →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chevy Chase are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland 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 Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter T. Gumaer

Where is Peter T. Gumaer's law office located?
Peter T. Gumaer's law practice is located in Chevy Chase, Maryland. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter T. Gumaer handle?
Peter T. Gumaer focuses on trusts, estate planning, real estate, bankruptcy, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Peter T. Gumaer practiced law?
Peter T. Gumaer has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Peter T. Gumaer go to law school?
Peter T. Gumaer earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Peter T. Gumaer for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Albany Law School of Union University
- 1987
B.A.
Colgate University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1988
Maine
Admitted: 1991

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