Atty. William Peter Johnson

Atty. William Peter Johnson

William Peter Johnson is a lawyer practicing residential real estate, commercial real estate, title insurance and 3 other areas of law. William Peter received a B.A. degree from Canisius College in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Buffalo Buffalo 39 Years Experience 39 year
Call (716) 815-6712

Profile Summary

About William Peter Johnson at a glance

William Peter Johnson is a Member based in Buffalo, New York. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on residential, wills, trusts, real estate, and commercial re. Admitted to practice in New York (1987) and U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Western District of New York (1987). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo (J.D., 1986) and Canisius College (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Erie County. Serves clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Peter Johnson is a lawyer practicing residential real estate, commercial real estate, title insurance and 3 other areas of law
  • William Peter received a B.A. degree from Canisius College in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • William Peter practices in Buffalo, NY

Practice Areas Explained

William Peter Johnson's Areas of Practice

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

Residential Real Estate

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Wills

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Trusts

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Real Estate Law

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

William Peter Johnson is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →

Commercial Real Estate

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Peter Johnson

Where is William Peter Johnson's law office located?
William Peter Johnson's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Peter Johnson handle?
William Peter Johnson focuses on residential, wills, trusts, real estate, commercial re. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has William Peter Johnson practiced law?
William Peter Johnson has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did William Peter Johnson go to law school?
William Peter Johnson earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact William Peter Johnson for a consultation?
You can contact William Peter Johnson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has William Peter Johnson received?
William Peter Johnson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1986
B.A.
Canisius College
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Western District of New York
Admitted: 1987

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