Peter is proud to be inducted as a lifetime member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, an honor awarded by the Top Trial Lawyers in America as he has secured multiple seven-figure recoveries. He has been recognized as a 12-time “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers in both Maryland and Washington, D.C., named one of the Top 100 Plaintiff’s Lawyers by The National Trial Lawyers, and previously honored as a “Top 10 Under 40” attorney in Maryland. Peter has recovered tens of millions of dollars on behalf of his clients and has taken more than 150 trials to verdict.
Peter has a strong interest in advocating for clients of all backgrounds including injured children, surgical patients, and individuals with traumatic brain injuries. Peter takes pride in fearlessly—yet with experience and professionalism—standing up to powerful insurance companies. Everyone who becomes a client of the firm deserves to have their story heard. Like many, Peter knows the depth of pain and grief firsthand, having lost his father far too soon after an intense three-month battle with pancreatic cancer. As an attorney representing the wounded, his approach is defined by a blend of compassion and fearlessness—qualities forged through his own personal experience.
Peter can quite literally attest to fighting for the underdog. One especially memorable case involved representing a Siberian Husky who was injured in the line of duty as a service dog. Thanks to dedicated care and advocacy, that “good boy” made a full and inspiring recovery (the client’s name must remain confidential, as required by law).
A Howard County native, Peter graduated from Mount Saint Joseph High School. He lives with his wife, four young children, and a trio of dogs—a German Shepherd, a Newfoundland, and a Golden Retriever—in a lively household. He enjoys spending time with his family and serves as an assistant coach for the Boys Under-10 travel soccer team. A former motorcycle racer who once competed at the CFG Bank Arena (formerly the Baltimore Arena), Peter now supports his children in their athletic pursuits. He is also a member of Baltimore Bicycle Works, a USAC road cycling team based in Baltimore City.
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McGowan & Cecil, LLC 3rd Fl, 319 Main Street, Laurel, MD, 20707
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Posted by Lee | January 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Great Experience
I just met Jennifer for the first time during my accident and she was very pleasant and efficient at getting things done. She will be a wonderful attorney one day. She was very good at communicating and everything worked out fine just like she said it would. She was friendly to my son and the communi...
Posted by Yusuf Mansaray | January 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Great experience
I had a wonderful experience with this lawyer form. Peter and Jennifer were just wonderful people to work with and I will definitely recommend them to anyone
Posted by Lavar Galloway | December 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Jenn
Jenn was very professional and always informative with her client. She was quick to respond to emails and texts. I recommend Jennifer and Peter.
Posted by anonymous | October 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Exceptional service
Handle my case probably answered all my questions extremely well very professional.
Posted by Cora | October 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Highly recommend - Outstanding lawyer and paralegal: Peter Hatfield and Jennifer McCartney
My close friend/sister recommend that I call Peter Hatfield after my automobile accident that caused me serious physical injuries and total loss of my vehicle. I called Peter and spoke to his paralegal, Jennifer McCartney. She was so patient with me and calmed my nerves throughout the entire process....
"I've known Peter for a long time. He has always been a hardworking student, and now a diligent attorney, striving to give his clients the best legal representation. Peter is very involved in the legal community and I endorse his legal services."
"Pete is an excellent attorney who works hard for his clients and has a good working knowledge of the law, as well as exceptional character."
"I endorse Peter thoroughly. He has excellent courtroom demeanor and is a zealous advocate for his clients. I would not hesitate to refer client's to him."
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2021
Life Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2018
Rising Star Maryland, Super Lawyers Magazine
2018
Rising Star DC, Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
Rising Star Maryland, Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
Rising Star DC, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Top 10 Maryland Personal Injury Attorney Under 40, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys
2012 - Present
Partner, McGowan & Cecil, LLC
2015 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2012 - Present
Maryland Association for JusticeMember
2012 - Present
Howard County Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Maryland Association for Justice, Auto Negligence SectionMember
2010 - Present
Maryland State Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionMember
2010 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Mount Saint Joseph High School Alumni AssociationMember
$600,000.00 Settlement
2012
JD - Juris Doctor
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BS - Bachelor of Science
English
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