Peter John Schuyler

Peter John Schuyler

5.0
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 27 years

Litigation Lawyer at Croton On Hudson, NY
Practice Areas: Litigation, Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense ... +3 more

321 South Riverside Ave, Croton On Hudson, NY

About Peter

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 27 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1999

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Kitson & Schuyler P.C.

321 South Riverside Ave, Croton On Hudson, NY, 10520-2943

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Peter John Schuyler's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 30 reviews

Posted by Yuanyuan | January 23, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Libel & Slander

You are in great hands!

Peter is an outstanding professional who truly has his clients' best interests at heart. He defended my business against a defamation claim and successfully secured a settlement, avoiding the stress and cost of a court trial. Throughout the process, he was a pillar of support, offering strategic sugg...estions and the assurance I needed to stay focused on my business. Peter doesn't just look for the easiest path; he fights for the best possible outcome for your reputation and your bottom line. You are in great hands.

Posted by Will | January 09, 2026 | Business

Effective Practitioneer

I have used them for notary work, and for business counsel. Pete is top notch, practical, experienced, personable and decisive. Recommend without reservation!

Posted by Anil | November 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Focused Attorney !

Peter is a professional attorney who knows his job thoroughly. I availed Peter's services for a Misdemeanor case wherein, during interactions, I found him honest, fair, a good listener, diplomatic, and a man of reason. He made himself available for discussions well after his office hours on more ...than a couple of occasions. In short, I would highly recommend him for any legal matters. Thank you!

Posted by Margaret | July 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Excellent results!

I contacted Kitson and Schuyler and Peter Schuyler after getting a traffic violation and got great results in Croton, where I work. I met with him once and he managed the entire process for me and I couldn't be happier. Definitely contact this firm if you have any reason to need them for any traffi...c related issue! Thank YOU!

Posted by Holly | March 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

A no-nonsense Lawyer!

Shortly after moving into our home my husband was approached by police officers for "trespassing" on a neighbor’s property (which was actually our property) We called Kitson and Schuyler P.C. For this case we had Peter who was very responsive and reassuring to us both. He was very professional and... profoundly serious or direct! A no-nonsense Lawyer! My husband was freed of all charges and the neighbor was told to take their property off our property. In April of 2020 we were devastated by a Garage fire which took all my husband’s tools and a lot of our personal belongings as we do not have an attic or a basement. We were in constant back and forth with the insurance company who was making us jump through a million hoops. After contacting Peter, the hoops went away! We received the compensation we deserved thanks to Peter! After our fire in 2020 we were robbed. Someone stole my husband’s new chainsaw, and we contacted the police. We once again called on Peter wo worked very closely with the police and the DA! He was in constant communication with us every step of the way! The DA also informed me of how excellent our lawyer was! I was pleased to hear this from someone else's point of view, especially a DA! They all worked together and were able to locate and return our Chainsaw! We were blessed! No matter where life takes us when we need a Lawyer Kitson and Schuyler P.C. will always be our 1st choice! When our friends and family need representation Kitson & Schuyler P.C. will always be our recommendation!

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Peter John Schuyler's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Fish

Commercial real estate lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Peter is a zealous advocate for his clients, all while being courteous and cooperative. He is very knowledgeable and looks to "problem solve." I highly recommend him."

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Jason Stern

Litigation lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of knowing Peter for several years as we both practice law in a small town. Peter is an intelligent and zealous advocate for his clients and is also a great guy. For these reasons, I fully endorse and recommend Peter to my friends and fellow community members."

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Glen Malia

Litigation lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Peter is an excellent, knowledgeable, skillful, and meticulous attorney. Not only do I endorse him but I would feel comfortable referring clients, who are involved in civil litigation, to him"

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David Fish

Litigation lawyer

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Steven Smollens

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Angel Falcon

Unknown lawyer

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Jason Stern

Criminal defense lawyer

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Casey Raskob

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Glen Malia

Landlord or tenant lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

2014

Clients' Choice, AVVO

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Partner, Kitson & Schuyler P.C.

2010 - 2010

Partner, Becker & Poliakoff LLP

2009 - 2009

Of Counsel, Nagel Law Office, PLLC

2005 - 2008

Partner, McDermott Will & Emery LLP

2002 - 2005

Attorney, Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP

2001 - 2002

Attorney, Hopgood Calimafde Judlowe & Mondolino LLP

2000 - 2001

Attorney, Patterson, Belknap, Webb & Tyler LLP

1999 - 2000

Attorney, Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP

Associations

2020 - Present

New York State Defenders Association

Member

2019 - Present

New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers

Member

2007 - 2009

New York City Bar Association

Patents Committee

2006 - 2007

New York City Bar Association

Young Lawyer Committee

Sample of Legal Cases

DiBella v. Bd. of Managers of Discovery Cove at Half Moon Bay (Westchester County Supreme Court 2764-2015)

Court order condo to produce records.

In re Zoller's Marine Center, Inc. (Westchester Supreme Court 68257-2014)

Favorable monetary settlement for client.

Garcia v. Dawson Realty LLC (Orange County Supreme Court 1342-2012)

Favorable defense settlement after jury trial.

Rankel v. The Town Of Somers (SDNY 11cv6617)

Favorable monetary settlement for client.

Morrissey v. Magel (Nassau County Supreme Court 14578-2012)

Case dismissed after successful summary judgment motion.

Hicks v. Bridge Auto Parts, Inc. (SDNY 15cv969)

Favorable monetary settlement for client.

SMA NYC, Inc. v. PCS Link, Inc. (SDNY 14cv5227)

Favorable monetary settlement for client.

Dawson Realty LLC v. First American Title Insurance Co. (Orange County Supreme Court 1342-2014)

Favorable monetary settlement for client.

Santiago v. The Therapy Center (SDNY 14cv1546)

Favorable monetary settlement for client.

Zoller v. Zoller (Westchester Supreme Court 50300-2014)

Favorable settlement for client.

Turner v. NYS Home At Montrose (SDNY 11cv6682)

Favorable monetary settlement for client.

Lenox Builders Inc. v. Stark

Case dismissed after successful summary judgment motion.

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Education

1998

Fordham University School of Law

LLP

1987

Polytechnic Institute of New York University

B.S.

1985

SUNY Morrisville

A.S.

Speaking Engagements

2008

McDermott Will & Emery Roundtable at Princeton, NJ

U.S. Patent Case Law: 2007 Year-In-Review

2008

McDermott Will & Emery Roundtable at Princeton, NJ

Accusations of Inequitable Conduct in Patent Prosecution and the Attorney-Client Privilege

2008

McDermott Will & Emery Roundtable at Durham, NC

Deriving Value From Patents in a Changing U.S. and International Landscape

2007

McDermott Will & Emery Roundtable at Princeton, NJ

Pharmaceutical/Chemical Patent Due Diligence and Early Case Assessment

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