Peace of mind through comprehensive estate planning, probate, business, and real estate services.
Peter was born and raised in Ann Arbor and deeply values his ties to the local community. In 2018, Peter merged his Ann Arbor law firm, The Law Offices of Peter C. Clark, PLC, into Ferguson Widmayer & Clark PC where he now operates as a Principal/Shareholder. Peter practices in the areas of estate planning (to include high-value taxable estates), trust and estate administration, business planning, and real estate. Peter also devotes a large amount of time to special needs estate planning, both in the representation of families with members who have special needs and also through educating other professionals involved in special needs services. Peter is a highly skilled and trusted counselor who chose his areas of practice based on his love for building relationships with clients, helping to simplify complicated situations, and providing clients with peace of mind.
Prior to entering private practice in 2015, Peter was a commissioned officer/attorney in the United States Army Judge Advocate General Corps (JAG Corps). As an active duty JAG attorney, Peter served in a multitude of roles to include Chief of Legal Client Services-Fort Bliss, TX, Senior Trial Counsel-Fort Bliss, Military Magistrate- Fort Bliss, Special Assistant United States Attorney- Western District of Texas, El Paso, and the sole active duty JAG attorney for the State of Michigan. Peter has also worked in the Office of General Counsel of the Army- Pentagon, the United States Attorney’s Office- Detroit, and the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office- Detroit. Before becoming an officer in the Army and an attorney, Peter owned a multifaceted music business in downtown Ann Arbor that included a retail store, recording studios, a recording label, and event management.
In addition to practicing law in Ann Arbor, Peter enjoys being involved in numerous local organizations. He serves as Co-Chair of the Washtenaw County Bar Association’s Solo and Small Firm section and is a member of the Estate Planning, Business, and Real Estate sections. Peter is also heavily involved in several local charitable organizations to include serving as a Director for Ann Arbor’s Community Action Network (a large non-profit organization operating multiple community centers in Ann Arbor) and membership in Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation’s Network of Professional Advisors.
Peter lives in Ann Arbor with his wife Leah, a special education teacher, and their two daughters. When not practicing law or spending time with family, Peter indulges in his love for art and music.
“I find great satisfaction in serving people within my community and helping them obtain the peace of mind that a well-designed estate plan provides. I love getting to know my clients and providing them with effective and efficient solutions to their concerns. When difficult times arise, I find it meaningful to be there to help people through what I know can be a very stressful experience. I’m mindful of that and want to help my clients navigate the whatever legal issues they are facing so they can focus on what is most important in life- family and other loved ones.”
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Ferguson Widmayer & Clark PC
538 N. Division St.
Ann Arbor, MI, 48104
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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MI | Active And In Good Standing | 2010 | 06/27/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2019 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2018 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2017 |
Meritorious Service Medal, service as Command Judge Advocate | Major General Gwen Bingham | 2015 |
Meritorious Service Medal, for service as Cheif, Client Services | Major General Stephen M. Twitty, US Army | 2014 |
Excellence in Public Service Award | Federal Executive Association of El Paso, TX | 2013 |
JAG Corps OBC Commandant’s List, | US Army JAG Corps, Legal Center and School | 2011 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Principal | Ferguson Widmayer & Clark PC | 2018 - Present |
Founding Attorney | Law Offices of Peter C. Clark, PLC | 2015 - 2017 |
Command Judge Advocate | US Army JAG Corps, TACOM & Detroit Arsenal | 2014 - 2015 |
Chief of Legal Client Services | US Army JAG Corps, Fort Bliss | 2014 - 2014 |
Military Magistrate | US Army JAG Corps, Fort Bliss | 2014 - 2014 |
Special Assistant US Attorney (Federal Prosecutor) | US Attorney's Office, Western District of Texas | 2013 - 2014 |
Senior Trial Counsel/Trial Counsel (Prosecutor) | US Army JAG Corps, Fort Bliss | 2012 - 2014 |
Legal Assistance Attorney | US Army JAG Corps, Fort Bliss | 2011 - 2012 |
Intern | Wayne County Prosecutor's Office, Detroit, MI | 2009 - 2009 |
Law Clerk | US Attorney's Office, Eastern District of Michigan, Civil Defense Litigation and Civil Rights | 2008 - 2008 |
Law Clerk | US Army Office of General Counsel, Pentagon, Washington DC | 2008 - 2008 |
Judicial Intern | 33rd District Court, Woodhaven, MI | 2006 - 2006 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Washtenaw County Bar Association, Solo/Small Firm Section | Co-chair | 2017 - Present |
Washtenaw County Bar Association, Business Law Section | Member | 2016 - Present |
Washtenaw County Bar Association, Real Estate Section | Member | 2016 - Present |
Washtenaw County Bar Association, Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Law Section | Member | 2014 - Present |
State Bar of Michigan, Probate and Estate Planning Section | Member | 2014 - Present |
Michigan Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Res Ipsa Loquitor (WCBA) | The Forgotten Half of Your Practice | 2017 |
Res Ipsa Loquitor (WCBA) | "Asked and Answered" - Featured Attorney | 2017 |
Detroit Legal News | "Peace of Mind"- Featured Attorney | 2015 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Wayne State University Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 2010 |
University of Michigan | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2007 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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US Army Community Service Event | Keynote Speaker- Estate Planning: Knowing Your Options | 2018 |
Building Bridges Therapy Center | Keynote speaker on estate planning for parents of children with special needs | 2017 |
Washtenaw Intermediate School District, Staff Professional Development Event | Keynote speaker on special needs estate planning and guardianships | 2017 |
Creating Brighter Futures Therapy Center | Keynote speaker on special needs estate planning and guardianships | 2017 |
US Army Community Service Event, Detroit Arsenal | Keynote Speaker on Estate Planning for Veterans | 2017 |
Dexter Public Schools | Keynote speaker on estate planning for parents of children with special needs | 2016 |
Creating Brighter Futures Therapy Center | Keynote speaker on estate planning for parents of children with special needs | 2016 |
Army Community Service Event, Detroit Arsenal | Keynote Speaker on Estate Planning for Veterans | 2016 |
WISD, Chelsea Young Adult Program | Keynote speaker on estate planning for parents of children with special needs | 2016 |
Eastern Michigan Univesity, Autism Collaborative Center | Keynote speaker on estate planning for parents of children with special needs | 2015 |
Building Bridges Therapy Center | Keynote speaker on estate planning for parents of children with special needs | 2015 |
Ann Arbor District Library event entitled "Opportunities for Veterans: A Look at Housing, Emplyement, and Your Rights. | Panel Speaker on Veteran's Issues | 2015 |
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John Wright, Estate planning Attorney on Apr 6, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I know that Peter does excellent work for his clients and I recommend him highly.
Mischa Boardman, Estate planning Attorney on May 18, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
As an attorney in Metro Detroit, I am very familiar with Peter Clark as an esteemed member of the Michigan bar. Also, I am a client of Peter's. My husband and I retained him to plan our estate. I am tough on attorneys and hold them to exacting standards. I was very impressed by Peter's depth of knowledge combined with his ability to explain complicated legal principles to both me and my non-attorney husband. In his practice, Peter's patience and compassion are on full display and he treats his clients like he would his family. I have the greatest amount of trust in his judgment and his legal work. I have referred family, friends and co-workers to him and will continue to do so as every one of my referrals has had a similarly positive experience. I would highly recommend Peter Clark for all your estate planning needs.
John Wright, Estate planning Attorney on Apr 6, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I know that Peter does excellent work for his clients and I recommend him highly.
Mischa Boardman, Estate planning Attorney on May 18, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
As an attorney in Metro Detroit, I am very familiar with Peter Clark as an esteemed member of the Michigan bar. Also, I am a client of Peter's. My husband and I retained him to plan our estate. I am tough on attorneys and hold them to exacting standards. I was very impressed by Peter's depth of knowledge combined with his ability to explain complicated legal principles to both me and my non-attorney husband. In his practice, Peter's patience and compassion are on full display and he treats his clients like he would his family. I have the greatest amount of trust in his judgment and his legal work. I have referred family, friends and co-workers to him and will continue to do so as every one of my referrals has had a similarly positive experience. I would highly recommend Peter Clark for all your estate planning needs.
Jennifer Lawrence, Estate planning Attorney on May 12, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Peter is someone I feel completely confident in referring all types of estate planning matters. Peter has a wealth of knowledge and experience in this field. It has been a pleasure to know Peter for many years. I highly recommend Peter for all estate planning needs.
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