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Peter Christopher Lomtevas

Peter Christopher Lomtevas

Peter Christopher Lomtevas, Attorney at Law

25+ Years

Legal Experience

About Peter Christopher Lomtevas

Peter Lomtevas is a distinguished family law attorney specializing in divorce, child support, and child custody matters. He began his academic journey at The Kew Forest School from 1966 to 1978, followed by Hofstra University from 1978 to 1981. He later earned his law degree from Touro College Law Center between 1993 and 1996. Peter is a proud member of the New York State Bar Association.

Throughout his career, Peter has been recognized with several civilian awards, including the Distinguished Public Service Award in 2006 from the Brooklyn Borough President and the Businessman of the Year award in 2006 from the National Republican Congressional Committee. He was also honored with the Conspicuous Service Medal on November 15, 2007, by Serphin Maltese.

Peter's legal practice is supported by his broad admissions across various courts, including the US Supreme Court, US Court of Claims, and multiple US Courts of Appeals. He is also admitted to the bar in New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, and has an inactive status in Georgia.

In addition to his legal career, Peter has a notable military background. He attended the Airborne School at Fort Benning, Georgia, in 1981, and completed the Infantry Officer Basic Course in 1982. His military service includes time with the US Army Berlin Brigade from July 1982 to May 1985, and he participated in the Infantry Officer Advanced Course at Fort Benning in 1985. Peter also served at Fort Dix from October 2, 1985, to March 23, 1989, and attended the Combined Arms Services Staff School at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, in 1987. He was part of the University of Delaware Army ROTC program from August 14, 1989, to July 1, 1993, and completed the Air Assault School at Fort Belvoir, Maryland, in 1991.

The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.

Practice Areas

Municipal Law
Foreclosure Defense
Divorce
Family Law
Domestic Violence
Appeals & Appellate
Collaborative Law
Contested Divorce
Military Divorce
Property Division
Same Sex Divorce
Spousal Support & Alimony
Uncontested Divorce
Adoption
Child Custody

New York Car Accident Laws

Understanding New York's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:

Statute of Limitations

3 years

Time limit to file a claim

Negligence Rule

pure comparative fault

How fault is determined

Min. Insurance (BI/PD)

$25K/$50K/$10K

Per person/per accident/property

Insurance System

No-Fault

Your own insurance covers injuries

Frequently Asked Questions

What areas of family law does Peter Lomtevas specialize in?

Peter Lomtevas specializes in divorce, child support, and child custody cases.

Where did Peter Lomtevas receive his legal education?

Peter Lomtevas attended Touro College Law Center for his law degree.

What civilian awards has Peter Lomtevas received?

He has received the Distinguished Public Service Award and the Businessman of the Year award, among others.

Is Peter Lomtevas admitted to practice in federal courts?

Yes, he is admitted to several federal courts, including the US Supreme Court and US Court of Claims.

What is Peter Lomtevas's military background?

Peter Lomtevas has a comprehensive military background, including training at Airborne School and service with the US Army Berlin Brigade.

Contact Information

60 Market Street Poughkeepsie NY 12601
Poughkeepsie, NY
7187453600 Visit Website

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After an Accident

  1. 1Seek immediate medical attention
  2. 2Document the scene & gather evidence
  3. 3File a police report
  4. 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
  5. 5Contact Peter for a free case review

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