Hans S. Peterson

Hans S. Peterson is a Maine business and real estate attorney with more than 20 years of legal experience. He advises businesses and nonprofit organizations on commercial real estate, corporate law, business planning, and other commercial matters. His practice focuses on helping clients structure transactions, address legal risks, and pursue practical solutions suited to their operational and financial goals.

Peterson earned his J.D. from Northeastern University School of Law in 1998 after receiving a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Brigham Young University in 1994. His education provided a foundation in legal analysis, negotiation, and problem-solving that supports his transactional practice. He is admitted to practice in Maine and before the U.S. District Court for the District of Maine.

Peterson’s experience includes negotiating complex commercial real estate transactions, facilitating commercial finance arrangements, and handling business acquisitions and sales. He serves clients across industries that include aerospace, construction, energy, and healthcare, addressing matters that require an understanding of both legal and business considerations. Through this work, he helps organizations evaluate opportunities, manage risk, and complete important transactions with careful attention to their individual needs.

Hans S. Peterson has been recognized for his work in real estate law by Chambers USA, The Best Lawyers in America, and Super Lawyers. He is a member of the American Bar Association’s Business Law Section and participates in the Bangor Area Chamber of Commerce and the Penobscot County Bar Association. His communication skills, attention to detail, and client-focused approach support personalized guidance for businesses and nonprofit organizations navigating complex commercial matters.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Rudman Winchell
• Member, American Bar Association, Business Law Section

Licensed State

• Maine

Education

• Northeastern University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Brigham Young University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)