Peter G Schmerl

Peter G Schmerl

3.9
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 35 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Tucson, AZ
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Guardianship ... +2 more

14 E 2nd Street, Tucson, AZ

About Peter

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Probate 25%

36 years

25%
Guardianship 10%

36 years

10%
Juvenile Law 10%

24 years

10%
Adoption 5%

24 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 35 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1990

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2017

Location

Peter G. Schmerl, PLLC

14 E 2nd Street, Tucson, AZ, 85705

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Peter G Schmerl's Reviews

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3.9 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Charlotte | August 7, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

6 year CPS case

Peter got involved in my case for the last half of it. He explained what was going on and kept my hopes up. My child was returned Nov 2017 & my case was closed in Feb 2018. Most people lose their kids to corrupt CPS. I do not get why he was reviewed by a board in 2017. He has much integrity and ...believes in looking out for his clients. I'm now realizing that kept him less available in 2017. I did not know why until now.

Posted by Charise | February 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

If you need a lawyer for a will this is the man to do it!

My husband and I needed to find a lawyer that would help us to figure out what to do with our will. It is the second marriage for both of us. My husband has two children from a previous marriage and I have none. My husband was concerned that if something were to happen to him that his children wou...ld come in and take away from me what he and I had worked together to acquire in our marriage. Peter explained what we needed to do in a calming manner and put us to ease. I can't tell you how relieved I am now that the will is done. Peter also took care of end of life wishes that were also part the will. If you need a lawyer for a will, I highly suggest Peter Schmerl for the job! You will not be disappointed!

Posted by Cathy | March 23, 2015

Couldn't be happier

Peter Schmerl was a godsend to me. He was very pleasant to work with, extremely knowledgeable and professional. He took time to explain everything so that it was easily understood, took care of the paperwork and just handled everything for me, which was a huge relief. He is clearly a very caring a...nd compassionate person and very good at what he does. I couldn't have asked for a better attorney and experience and will wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone I know who might be in need of his services.

Posted by William James | March 9, 2015

This attorney charged me for telling me how much his services would cost

This attorney listened to my complaint, and said the first thing we would have to do is settle on his cost's, he emailed me a long list of what all costs would be incurred and a request for $5000 up front. Then 3 weeks later sent me a bill for sending me that letter about how much it would cost.

Peter Schmerl

Replied last March 10, 2015

I don't recognize this person and the facts as described don't sound like my practice. Only in rare cases such as complex estate litigation matters do I request an advance and I would not intentionally send a bill to someone who has not first signed the fee agreement. Perhaps he has me confused with another attorney.

Posted by Catherine | October 24, 2014

A smiling "snowbird"

I needed reliable information about how Arizona law might deal with Ontario power-of-attorney arrangements and US real estate transfers in/outside of a will for a Canadian "snow birding" in Arizona. I cold-emailed Peter after coming across his profile on the web. His assistant responded right away ...and set up a phone meeting. In that brief call Peter listened attentively, confirmed and added to my understanding, and offered creative solutions to challenges. With that start, I will confidently retain him to do the work needed.

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Peter G Schmerl's Lawyer Endorsements

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Melissa Ahlers

Probate lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Peter is incredibly knowledgeable in the probate and estate planning areas. He works passionately for his clients and is attentive to details. I highly recommend him."

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Uri Palmer

Juvenile law lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Peter is dedicated to representing his clients, knowledgable of the law, and a pleasure to work with."

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Ronald Zack

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Peter is an excellent estate planning attorney with years of valuable experience. He is a great resource and always willing to help. I have seen Peter interact with clients and see him as a knowledgeable practitioner and strong advocate."

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2017.

Admonition and Probation issued in AZ, 2017

updated on 05/17/2017

An admonishment means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. While on probation, the State monitors the attorney's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Honors

2014

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Attorney, Peter G. Schmerl, P.C.

2000 - 2002

Associate, Russo, Cox & Russo, P.C.

1996 - 1999

Associate, Timothy A. Olcott, P.C.

Associations

State Bar of Arizona, Probate and Trust Law Section

Education

1990

University of Arizona College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

University of Arizona

BA

Speaking Engagements

2013

Continuing Legal Education

Working Smarter Not Harder: “I am not Spartacus!” or Practical Tips to Make Your Practice Better and More Enjoyable

2012

Continuing Legal Education

Build Your Adoption Practice

2011

Continuing Legal Education

Daah . . . Winning! Lead Generation Strategies in the Face of a Sinking Ship

2009

Continuing Legal Education

Building Your Practice By Giving and Receiving Quality Referrals

Languages

English

Activity

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