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George O. Peterson
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George O. Peterson

4.7
52 reviews

10484 Armstrong Street, Fairfax, VA 22030

Civil Litigation, Business Litigation and Disputes, Fiduciary Litigation and 3 more

About George O. Peterson

George O. Peterson concentrates his practice on litigation related to trusts and estates matters, business litigation and complex civil litigation. Prior to founding Peterson Saylor, PLC, George was a partner in the 8th largest firm in Virginia and developed a reputation as a strong advocate for his clients in court and in negotiations. George began his career specializing in professional malpractice defense and particularly in legal malpractice defense where he gained wide exposure to various aspects of the law.

Through that foundational experience, George developed a specialty practice in representing parties in trusts and estates disputes and business disputes.

 

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Civil Litigation
Posted by Mia
April 01, 2024
Hired Attorney

George Peterson is a super lawyer. He is strategy and thorough preparation. He is a lawyer who accurately leads the case by good communication with his client. George is a passionate, intelligent, instructive and humane lawyer. Being able to work together, I could see the true value of a super lawyer!

Trusts and Estates
Posted by anonymous
August 14, 2012
Hired Attorney

I have been through the worst of nightmares with regards to the Estate of my Mother, I have been to court represented by Mr. Peterson on 4 occasions and prevailed in each suit. It is fair and decent and you can rely on his guidance and trust his judgment. He is an excellent litigator and will tell you straight and truthfully what your position is. I strongly recommend him, he is very experienced and you will be comfortable dealing with him.

 
Guardianship and Conservatorship
Posted by anonymous
May 20, 2024
Hired Attorney

In my opinion, another client from almost one year ago is spot on in their review, "This attorney is extremely irresponsible in how he deals with sensitive matters, and caused a major delay in a sensitive case due to his arrogance, callousness and inability to convey critical information in a timely manner." I believe George Peterson is cocky, dishonest, self described 'mean as sh$$', sloppy, refused to loop me in on my case, sometimes reacted immediately otherwise responded never, quit my case for no provocation except that he fell behind on my case and blamed me including disaparaging me to opposing counsel when I then had to represent myself pro se to work out of a Motion to Compel he had caused 100%. He left me with a tight timeline, precious little preparation despite my doing all the case legwork, and no attorneys willing to step in effectively as co-counsel until a signed Court order that he was off the case.

 
Trusts and Estates
Posted by anonymous
June 01, 2023
Hired Attorney

This attorney is extremely irresponsible in how he deals with sensitive matters, and caused a major delay in a sensitive case due to his arrogance, callousness and inability to convey critical information in a timely manner.

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Areas of Law

  • Litigation 1
    • Civil Litigation
  • Trusts and Estates 1
    • Estate Litigation
  • Other 4
    • Business Litigation and Disputes
    • Fiduciary Litigation
    • Trust Litigation
    • Contested Guardianships and Conservatorships

Practice Details

  • Firm Information
    Position
    Member
    Firm Name
    Law Office of George O. Peterson, PLC
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    Maretta v. Hillman, 283 Va. 34 (2012).
    Transactions
    Judgment for compensatory damages in the amount of $410,000 and punitive damages in the amount of $350,000 against a fiduciary for breaches of fiduciary duty; Successfully defended a claim made against the executor of an estate for breach of fiduciary duty; Secured summary judgment in bankruptcy adversary proceeding on an $8 million fraud claim brought by debtor against creditor; Represented trustee and beneficiary in multi-million dollar dispute with co-trustee related to family dynasty trust and negotiated a favorable resolution; Part of team of attorneys who prevailed in litigation related to the ownership of a significant amount of church property against national hierarchal church; Represented a closely held corporation in setting aside $7,000,000 salary continuation agreement with removed officer and negotiated near seven-figure settlement with former attorney representing corporation for involvement in salary continuation agreement.
  • Additional Links
    http://www.petersonsaylor.com

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1999, Virginia
    2002, District of Columbia
    2005, Maryland
    2012, U.S. Supreme Court
    U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
    U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit
    U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
    U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia
    U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Virginia
    U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
    U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
    Memberships
    Fairfax Bar Association.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of Virginia School of Law
    Class of 1999
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Georgetown University
    Class of 1996
    A.B.
    cum laude

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  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    George O. Peterson was admitted in 1999 to the State of Virginia.
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    Yes, George O. Peterson is admitted to practice in District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia.
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    Yes, George O. Peterson has a 4.8 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Law Office of George O. Peterson, PLC has 2 attorneys at this location.

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