Peter Black

Peter Black is a seasoned legal professional with extensive experience in both the public and private sectors. Currently serving as a Partner at McCoy Leavitt Laskey LLC since December 2023, Peter specializes in various areas of law through a distinguished career, including roles like Colonel in the Judge Advocate General Corps of the Army National Guard since August 2010, which involves providing legal support for military operations. Previous positions include Vice President and General Counsel at Dead River Company, Assistant Attorney General at the Attorney General's Office, and Partner at Verrill Dana, LLP, focusing on commercial litigation and intellectual property. Peter's legal journey also includes experience as an Associate at Pierce Atwood LLP and a Law Clerk for United States District Judge Harold L. Murphy, along with a foundational role as a Lieutenant in the United States Navy. Peter holds a JD from the University of Georgia School of Law, with a focus on trial practice and intellectual property.