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 Antonea | December 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Awesome Attorney!
I was in a car accident and the person that hit my car was giving me the run around. I looked Peter up on the internet and read the good reviews so I thought I would give him a try. This was my first decision about hiring an attorney and he was the best! Not only was Peter helpful but his paralega...
Posted by anonymous | July 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Best of the best!
I was the victim of a sideswipe car accident last year for which the people who hit me in a dump truck fought liability. I reached out to Peter on a recommendation, and he along with his paralegal Jessica provided extremely detailed and quality service. They collected evidence from the insurance c...
Posted by Jose phine | July 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
This is a great law firm
My lawyer took very good care of me. I was very impressed the way he handle my claim. He kept me very informed of each process and always included in the decision making. Very caring about my health and well being. I was very confident that I was in good hands.
Posted by Barbara | September 05, 2014 | Personal Injury
Excellent lawyer!
Peter was a fantastic lawyer. He was honest , he was trustworthy, he was fair, and he was available any time i needed him. He was patient and willing to answer all of my questions, and he worked hard on my case to get the best settlement possible. It is clear to me he cares about his clients and is w...
Posted by Sheila C | June 20, 2014 | Personal Injury
Excellent Attorney
I have nothing but admiration for Peter Hatfield of McGowan & Cecil, LLC . Peter represented me in a personal injury case and did a outstanding job. I found him to be very knowledgeable about the law and adept at navigating the insurance systems at play in my case. Peter was compassionate and helpfu...
"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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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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