Peter Buckley McGuire

Peter Buckley McGuire

5.0
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 23 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Asheville, NC
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Litigation, Business, Corporate & Incorporation

77 Central Avenue, Suite F, Asheville, NC

About Peter

Biography

Practice Areas

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Estate Planning 50%

Estate Planning is the process of planning how all the things one accumulates during a lifetime are distributed and handled following a person’s death. While there are many factors determining the complexity of the estate planning process, each can be simplified with the guidance of an experienced North Carolina estate planning lawyer. Regardless of age, planning for your family’s future in the event of your death or incompetency should be a stress-free process with professional guidance.

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Litigation 30%

Litigation is the process of resolving a dispute by filing a complaint between individuals or businesses through the court system. Litigation can involve multiple areas of the law and is necessary when an agreement or initial negotiation will not resolve the dispute. I represent both plaintiffs and defendants and will manage the entire litigation process, including investigation, pleadings, discovery, trial, settlement, and appeal.

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Business 10%

Whether you are just starting out or looking for ongoing legal support for your established business, I can help you interact with the public, other companies, and the government through contracts, negotiation, and transactions. From entity formation to selling your business, business law encompasses a variety of legal disciplines to help protect your business every step of the way.

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Corporate and Incorporation 10%

The creation, organization, and dissolution of corporations are governed by the state in which they have been incorporated within, with regulatory laws varying from state to state. Because of this, corporate law is complex and needs to be approached by an experienced corporate lawyer. I am proficient with the creation of joint ventures, licensing arrangements, mergers and acquisitions, and numerous other transactions necessary for the smooth and successful operation of a corporation.

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 23 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2002

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Location

Strauss & Associates

77 Central Avenue, Suite F, Asheville, NC, 28801

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Peter Buckley McGuire's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Amy | October 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Excellent Estate and Trust planning

Very personable and thorough attorney who did a unique will and trust for us. The horses can rest assured that their lifestyle can continue uninterrupted! Extremely detailed and well documented.

Posted by Annette | March 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Estate Planning

After a very difficult year and 5,000 mile relocation to NC with my two small children, I was very nervous about my financial future and protecting my children's future. Peter facilitated this transition and guided me through the estate planning process. It was a relaxing and very professional atmo...sphere. Peter pointed out other aspects of financial planning that I had not even considered and put me in touch with several other professional associates. The process went very quickly. Directions were complete and thorough. I look forward to a long relationship with this firm.

Posted by Annabelle | October 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

estate planning

In the handling of my estate and personal legal concerns Peter McGuire has suggested different courses of action, and explained each in a manner that is understandable. Within the direction I decided upon, my concerns were addressed, the consequences of each course of action explained, and the f...inal documents have been prepared promptly. P ayment was not accepted or asked for until I was satisfied.

Posted by Larry | October 07, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

trust

When I finally found Peter I had met with Three other attorneys and after six weeks had been no further on in setting up two trusts for my wife and I. I was frustrated and could not believe the lack of professional courtesy. The first meeting with Peter was very informative and totally relaxing. I e...xplained what I was trying to achieve and he took the ball and ran with it. By the second meeting (just one week later) with my wife the trust was ready to be finalized. One week later our trusts were complete and Peter throughly reviewed the trusts again with us. I'm extremely impressed with Peter's concern that our trusts were drawn up properly and that they addressed all our concerns and needs.

Posted by Lee Rushlow | May 12, 2015 | Trusts

Responsive and helpful

I met Peter on very short notice; that is, I needed the advice and counsel of a litigator very quickly, and Peter chiseled a hole in his schedule to see me within two days. Within that two day period, he had thoroughly reviewed a good deal of documentation on a complicated Trust matter, and so was p...repared no only to hear me out, which was all that I had expected, but to offer suggestions and advice on the spot. His suggestions were clear, and could be easily implemented. I was required to take action within a matter of days, and Peter reviewed and followed through on the work that had been done, catching things that I had missed after hours of review. I enjoy working with Peter, and hope to do so again.

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Laura Hooks

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Peter is an extremely knowledgeable and experienced attorney, and I endorse this lawyer."

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Brandon Robinson

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney McGuire's thoughtful answers on this site evince a subtle legal mind--attuned to the nuances of the law--as well as a keen, practical sense of how law intersects with citizens' lives. He has amassed a formidable reserve of legal erudition in his many years of serving the people of Western North Carolina. Business owners should consider him when thinking over their estate planning and long-term business needs."

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Channika Desilva

Unknown lawyer | Mar 13

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"The legal guides attorney McGuire wrote on this site, and the answers he posts to questions demonstrate he is knowledgeable and insightful in this area of the law. Having someone like Peter Buckley McGuire who is experienced is critical. I endorse this lawyer."

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George Collins

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. McGuire who is a frequent contributor to Avvo accurate and helpful advice. He is highly regarded by his peers and his clients."

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Gregory Cade

Business lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this attorney. His professionalism, remarkable knowledge and vast experience place Peter among the top notch lawyers in his areas of practice. With utmost dedication and quick critical thinking, he has successfully resolved an impressive number of cases over the course of his career. I highly recommend this lawyer to anyone who needs quality legal representation."

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David Budd

Business lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Mr. McGuire. He has the highest work ethic and professionalism in the legal community. He has assisted me on many occasions with complicated matters. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Peltz

Litigation lawyer | Jan 08

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

2011

Legal Elite, Business North Carolina Magazine

2009

Legal Elite, Business North Carolina Magazine

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney, Strauss & Associates PA

2011 - 2014

Attorney, Asheville Law Group, Wimer & Associates, PC

2008 - 2011

Attorney, Peter B. McGuire, Attorney at Law, PLLC

2002 - 2008

Attorney, Roberts & Stevens, PA

Associations

2011 - Present

Harry C. Martin American Inns of Court

Inaugural Member

2011 - 2013

EnergyXchange

Board of Directors

2009 - 2014

Asheville Brewers Association

Legal Counsel

2003 - 2009

Mission Health Systems Institutional Review Board

Board Member

2003 - 2006

Asheville Affiliates

Member

2003 - 2006

Asheville Downtown Association, Downtown After 5 Series

Board Member

Education

2002

University of Montana School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Davidson College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

The Dirty Dozen: 12 Mistakes in Estate Planning

Estate Planning

2016

Successor Trustee Workshop

Trust Administration

2016

Business Killers Workshop

Business Succession and Exit Planning

2014

The Trials and Tribulations of State and Federal Litigation

Litigating an Unfair and Deceptive Trade Practice Claim

Publications

2016

Asheville Lifestyles Your Business Is Our Business

Languages

English

Mandarin

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