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Osler Leopold Peterson
also known as Pete Peterson
About Osler
Biography
- Selectman, Medfield, MA, 2000 - present. Chair 2002 - 2003, 2005 - 2006, 2008 - 2009, 2010-2011.
- Medfield Zoning Board of Appeals, Medfield, MA, 1994 - 2000.
- Medfield Foundation, Inc., Medfield, MA, 2001 - present. Cofounder of community foundation that has raised over $1,300,000 for public purposes in Medfield.
- Medfield Day, ran and enlarged the town’s annual street fair four times.
- Medfield Night Fireworks, started and ran since 2001.
- Lasell Village, Inc., Newton, MA. Director 1990 - 2008, Chair 1992 - 2000, clerk 2004 - 2008. - A Continuing Care Retirement Community.
- Lasell College, Newton, MA. Trustee 1982 - 2008. Clerk 1983-91.
- Riverside Community Care, Dedham, MA, a community mental health agency - Director 1977 - 1996, President 1984-89.
- Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham, Director 2001 - 2005.
- Brown University Alumni interviewer, 1997 - 2008.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
40%
49 years
Litigation
30%
49 years
Estate Planning
15%
49 years
Real Estate
15%
49 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
25%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Massachusetts for 49 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1976
No misconduct found
Location
PETERSON | Law
580 Washington Street, Suite B, Newton, MA, 02458
PETERSON | Law
66 North Street, Medfield, MA, 02052
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Osler Leopold Peterson's Reviews
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Posted by SandyLee | November 2, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Don't Hold Your Breath Waiting for him to help!
I had to aquire a new lawyer when this one completely ignored my case telling me he was busy for over a month. The new lawyer got the police report I needed in only 1 HOUR!!!
Posted by Marilyn | August 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney
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Marilyn mygan
Osler was professional prompt courteous and just all in all fantastic. I would recommend him to any one
Posted by Gail | September 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Sale of House
Attorney Peterson was extremely helpful in assessing the value of the property, contacted prospective buyers for input, and protected me from making mistakes. He also stood in for me at the closing and was very prompt in all instances.
Osler Leopold Peterson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Pete is an outstanding lawyer from every vantage point I can think of. He is smart and personable, flexible and creative, diligent and hardworking, and always puts his clients first, evidenced by how much he cares for people. Pete has a great reputation in the community of his peers and among folks who know him as a multi-term selectman who puts the residents first. I am proud to call him a friend and fellow lawyer. He has many fields of expertise including litigation, estates and trusts, business and real estate. Thanks Pete and keep it up."
"I have had the pleasure of knowing Osler "Pete" Peterson for many years both personally and professionally. His outstanding work as a lawyer is surpassed only by the high quality of his character. He is dedicated, thorough, and a zealous advocate for his clients. I give Pete the highest endorsement possible, as he is a credit to the legal profession."
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Experience
Honors
2000
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who
2000
“Pete’s” - Store at Lasell Village, Newton, MA dedicated 2000, Lasell Village at Lasell College
1999
Who's Who in America starting 1999, Marquis Who's Who in America
1999
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who
1998
Who’s Who in the East starting 1998, Marquis Who's Who in the East
1998
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who
1997
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who
1996
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who
1995
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who
1994
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who
1994
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who
1993
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who
1993
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who
1992
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who
1991
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who
1990
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who
1989
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who
1988
Marquis Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who
1988
AV rated by other attys since 1988 - Very High to Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell
1988
Who’s Who of Emerging Leaders in America, Marquis Who’s Who of Emerging Leaders in America
1987
Listed in Who's Who in American Law starting 1987, Marquis Who's Who
Work Experience
1984 - 2006
Partner, Freeto, Peterson & Scoll
Associations
1976 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
1976 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Schultz v. Subaru of America, Inc.
New car returned to manufacturer.
Lanzilla v. Waterville Valley Ski Resort, Inc.
Smith v. Burger King Corp
Verdict for Plaintiff, upheld on appeal.
Lasell College v. Fox
Won for client two trials and two appeals.
Education
1976
Suffolk University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor - cum laude
1969
Brown University
AB
Speaking Engagements
2010
Probate Litigation
Probate Litigation
Publications
2019
Wordpress
Medfield02052
Languages
French
Activity
Legal Answers