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Peter Albert Holland
also known as CONSUMER RIGHTS LAWYER, IDENTITY THEFT LAWYER
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Biography
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Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Consumer Protection
30%
26 years
Identity Theft
30%
26 years
Debt Collection
20%
26 years
Credit Card Fraud
10%
26 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Maryland for 33 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
Holland Law Firm, PC
914 Bay Ridge Road, Annapolis, MD, 21403
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Peter Albert Holland's Reviews
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Posted by Rita | January 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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Consumer Debt Collection
The Holland Firm is the absolute BEST!!! They helped me win against a debt collection agency. They are true professionals. They took my case and stuck with me throughout the entire stressful process which was almost 2 years. They kept me informed via phone and email. They are understanding, honest, ...
Posted by Dominic Windley | October 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney
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DCSPO
Thank you so much Peter and Ms Russell for your help you helped me purchase my first home you made those consumer’s pay for violating my rights!
Posted by Mary | March 1, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Consumer Debt Collection
Thank you so much for the excellent negotiations! I am very pleased with the outcome.
Posted by Roody | February 24, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Lawyer
I have known Peter Holland and Emanwel Turnbull of the Holland Law firm, Annapolis, Maryland for almost 5 years. In that time, I have known them to be very, very good at understanding and applying the law in defense of their clients. They are very ethical, sensitive, easy to work with, and excellen...
Posted by James | November 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Highly recommended!
Mr. Holland et al., I am writing to thank you, Mr. Hills, and Ms. Almendra, for brilliantly handling my case. Your firms' professionalism and clear guidance gave me confidence and ease during a stressful time. I greatly appreciate the direct, no-nonsense approach and clear explanation of the entir...
Peter Albert Holland's Lawyer Endorsements
"Best lawyer and best mentor."
"Peter is the consummate professional who is devoted to continuously improve on his excellence. I have known Peter for 23 year, and continue being impressed by his abilities and caring for his clients. On one recent occasion, I sat next to Peter at a gathering of some trial lawyers helping an attorney reach new quantum levels for winning his lawsuit. Throughout, Peter's humanity, skills, and perceptiveness shined, contagiously. I recommend Peter's services."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Peter Holland is a great asset for the consumers of this country. He not only helps his own clients, he also also diligently pushes for the cause of economic fairness on behalf of all of us."
"Peter is one of the best consumer defense attorneys in the country, and is willing to help as co-counsel on matters even outside his own state. His help in our state has been invaluable, for which we are greatly thankful."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Peter is nationally known for his expertise in consumer law and fair debt collection laws. His work has been published in papers and is studied by peers and adversaries alike. I highly recommend this lawyer for any matter dealing with Debt Defense."
"Peter Holland is a nationally respected expert on wrongful debt collection practices, focusing primarily on charged off credit card debt. He has written academically on the subject and been quoted by major national media. He is sought after for consultations by consumer law practitioners nationwide. His integrity is equal to his expertise. I have the highest regard for his skills and expertise. If you have the opportunity to have him represent you, he is a wise choice."
"I endorse this lawyer. Time and again Peter has championed the rights of regular, hardworking folks. I know him to be a person of integrity. Beyond that he is a great lawyer. Call him if you are in need of help."
"I highly recommend Peter. He is highly skilled and extremely knowledgeable. He understands Consumer Law at a level that is far above most attorneys. He is highly capable and an excellent attorney. He is very good - and in the competitive world of trial attorneys, that's a high compliment."
"We refer most of our consumer fraud matters to Mr. Holland's firm because he is very, very good at what he does. He will do a good job."
"Peter Holland is the attorney you want on your side if you have a mortgage fraud or autofraud issue. He is extremely knowledgeable and is one of the first attorneys I refer potential clients to who have mortgage fraud or autofraud matters."
"Peter is an outstanding lawyer. He cares deeply for his clients. Peter has always taken the time to mentor other attorneys and I have benefited from his advice. I recommend him without hesitation."
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Experience
Honors
2012
Arthur W. Machen Award, Maryland Legal Services Corporation
2012
Pro Bono Service Award, Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland
2011
Simon K. Walton Award, Maryland Association for Justice
2011
Champions of Justice and Human Rights Award, Maryland Legal Aid Bureau
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
1996 - Present
Principal, The Holland Law Firm, P.C.
Associations
Maryland State Bar Association, Resolution of Fee Disputes Committee
Member
Civil Justice, Inc.
Member
Maryland Consumer Rights Coalition
Member
National Association of Consumer Advocates
Member
2006 - 2007
Anne Arundel County Bar Association, CLE CommitteeChair
2004 - 2006
Maryland State Bar Association, Pro Bono Legal Service Standing CommitteeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Bradshaw v. Hilco Receivables, LLC, 725 F.Supp. 2d 532 (D. Md. 2011)
Settled
Hauk v. LVNV Funding, LLC , 749 F.Supp.2d 358 (D. Md. 2010)
Settled
Proctor v. Metropolitan Money Store Corp., 645 F.Supp.2d 464 (D. Md. 2009)
Settled
Johnson v. Midland Funding, LLC., 09-2391-ELH (D. Md.)
Settled
Education
N/A
University of Maryland School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Bard College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
N/A
St John's College-Annapolis
MA - Masters
Speaking Engagements
2013
Life of a Debt: Data Integrity in Debt Collection: Life of a Debt
Debt Collection Litigation
2013
Consumer Rights Litigation Conference
Evidentiary Objections to Debt Buyers' Bogus Documents
2013
2nd Annual Pro Bono Connection
Defending Debt Buyer Lawsuits in State Court
2012
The Diane Rehm Show
New Concerns Over Credit Card Debt Collection
2012
National Aging and Law Conference
Attack of the Zombie Debt Collectors
Publications
2014
Federal Reserve Bank of Boston Communities and Banking
Debt-Buyer Lawsuits and Inaccurate Data
2014
Loyola Consumer Law Review, Vol. 26, No. 1, 2014. p. 179
Junk Justice: A Statistical Analysis of 4,400 Lawsuits Filed by Debt Buyers
2013
In the Maryland Court of Appeals
Amicus Brief in Townsend v. Midland Funding, LLC
2012
46 Clearinghouse Review 12
Defending Junk Debt Buyer Lawsuits
2011
6 Journal of Business and Technology Law 101
The One Hundred Billion Dollar Problem in Small Claims Court: Robo-Signing and Lack of Proof in Debt Buyer Cases
2009
Maryland Trial Reporter
Fraud is Fun: or, How a Foreclosure Rescue Scam Changed My Life
Activity
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Q&A
What can I do if a car dealership lied about my car being new?
10 Jul 2019
Q&A
If a debt collector garnishes my wages, mistaking me for my father, can I sue the debt collector or employer for allowing this?
10 Jul 2019
Q&A
Can I file a lawsuit against a repo man/agency for impersonating an officer and threatening me with criminal charges?
24 Jan 2014