Atty. Thomas Galvin Peter

Atty. Thomas Galvin Peter

Thomas Galvin Peter is a lawyer practicing administrative law, state & local government. Thomas Galvin received a A.B. degree from College of the Holy Cross, and has been licensed for 56 years.

Washington Washington 56 yrs experience 56 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Galvin Peter at a glance

Thomas Galvin Peter is a government attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1970) and District of Columbia (1980). Educated at University of Maryland J.D. (—) and College of the Holy Cross A.B. (—). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Galvin Peter is a lawyer practicing administrative law, state & local government
  • Thomas Galvin received a A.B. degree from College of the Holy Cross, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • Thomas Galvin practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Galvin Peter's Areas of Practice

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

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Thomas Galvin Peter's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Thomas Galvin Peter focuses on government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Thomas Galvin Peter practiced law?
Thomas Galvin Peter has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
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Education

University of Maryland J.D.
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College of the Holy Cross A.B.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1970
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1980

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