Peter Lewis, Business Attorney in Baltimore, Maryland
Over 54 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Criminal Defense, and DUI/DWI
MemberatPeter Lewis
Baltimore, MD
Practicing business in Baltimore since 1972.
- 54+
- Years practicing
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Peter Lewis is a member based in Baltimore, MD. The practice focuses on Business, Criminal Defense, and DUI/DWI. Peter has over 54 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Peter Lewis.
- Based in
- Baltimore, MD
- Experience
- over 54 years
- Known for
- Business · Criminal Defense · DUI/DWI
- Handles Business, Criminal Defense, and DUI/DWI matters from Baltimore, MD.
- Over 54 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Peter Lewis: Peter Lewis is a member based in Baltimore, MD. The practice focuses on Business, Criminal Defense, and DUI/DWI. Peter has over 54 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Peter Lewis.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Peter takes on
Peter concentrates on business, criminal defense, dui/dwi, family law, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Peter handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Criminal Defense
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DUI/DWI
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Family Law
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General
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Business cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Peter takes business matters in Baltimore, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Peter agrees to represent you.
Criminal Defense cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Peter takes criminal defense matters in Baltimore, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Peter agrees to represent you.
DUI/DWI cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Peter takes dui/dwi matters in Baltimore, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Peter agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Peter takes family law matters in Baltimore, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Peter agrees to represent you.
General cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Peter takes general matters in Baltimore, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Peter agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Peter Lewis — business lawyer in Baltimore
Peter Lewis is a member based in Baltimore, MD. The practice focuses on Business, Criminal Defense, and DUI/DWI. Peter has over 54 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Peter Lewis.
Peter Lewis is a lawyer practicing general civil law, trial practice, criminal law and 6 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1953, and has been licensed for 54 years. Peter practices at Peter Lewis in Baltimore, MD.
How Peter handles business matters
Peter Lewis is a lawyer practicing general civil law, trial practice, criminal law and 6 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1953, and has been licensed for 54 years. Peter practices at Peter Lewis in Baltimore, MD.
The kind of cases Peter takes
Peter reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, criminal defense, and dui/dwi matters in Baltimore and the surrounding Maryland area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Maryland
J.D. · 1971
Columbia University
B.A. Columbia · 1953
Jurisdictions
Peter's state bar admissions
District of Columbia
1979 · ACTIVE
U.S. Supreme Court
1977 · ACTIVE
Maryland
1972 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1972 · ACTIVE
Peter studied at J.D. in University of Maryland and B.A. Columbia in Columbia University.
Law school and academic background
Peter completed J.D. in University of Maryland and B.A. Columbia in Columbia University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Peter runs in Maryland is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Peter's professional memberships and bar associations
The Bar Association of Baltimore City Maryland State Bar Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America American Judicature Society National District Attorneys Association Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys Association
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Locations
Peter Lewis's office in Baltimore
Peter's primary office is at 915 Cathedral St., Baltimore, MD, 21201. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Peter Lewis — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Peter usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Peter charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Peter's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Peter will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Baltimore, Maryland
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Peter
Peter discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Peter confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Peter's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Peter Lewis
How much does it cost to hire Peter for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Peter walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Peter offer a free consultation?
Peter charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Peter's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Peter's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Maryland typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Peter gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Peter take my case if I'm outside Baltimore?
Peter is licensed in Maryland. Matters governed by Maryland law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Peter will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Peter?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Peter will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Peter accepting new business clients right now?
Peter's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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