Practice Areas

Family Law

Recognizing both the immensely personal and emotional nature of the issues individuals must confront in family law matters, as well as the often highly charged nature of the relationships involved, the Law Office of Peter G. Anderson [our office] is committed to providing solid legal representation for our clients that is both sensitive to the unique nature of each set of circumstances and responsive to the issues involved.  We represent clients in a wide array of family law matters, including:

  • Contested and uncontested divorce
  • Civil union dissolution
  • Modification of existing court orders for child support, custody or spousal maintenance (alimony)
  • Establishment of parentage (paternity)
  • Establishment and enforcement of child support
  • Establishment and enforcement of parental rights and responsibilities (custody and visitation)
  • Abuse prevention and relief from abuse (restraining orders)
  • Prenuptial agreements
  • Adoption and guardianship

General Civil Litigation

When representing clients in civil litigation, our office provides each client with a clear picture and realistic evaluation of the merits of the legal claims involved, including the risks, the challenges and the expense associated with litigation.  If you have a right you wish to assert or an obligation to enforce, we will provide you with thoughtful and comprehensive guidance in determining whether litigation is the best solution, considering the cost, potential for recovery and the likelihood that your goals will be achieved through litigation. If you are being sued or threatened with a lawsuit, we offer effective negotiation skills and the ability to litigate on your behalf.  Having successfully tried cases to juries and judges in Vermont for over twenty years, we have both the experience and expertise necessary to effectively advocate on behalf of each client.  We will work with you to prepare your case for trial, with services that include the following:

  • Management of Discovery
  • Taking and Defending Depositions
  • Hiring Expert Witnesses
  • Preparation of Witnesses
  • Writing of Motions
  • Trial Preparation
  • Trial Work
  • Appellate Representation

Commercial Law

Peter G. Anderson's Office, Stowe VermontExperienced and knowledgeable, our office represents both businesses and individuals in a wide array of commercial issues, challenges and opportunities.  Whether you are in need of effective counsel in order to protect your rights and interests in the negotiation of an agreement, or to strongly advocate on your behalf regarding an existing agreement, the Law Office of Peter G. Anderson will accurately assess your needs and goals and provide both appropriate and effective legal guidance in a variety of areas, including construction law, employment law and collection matters.