Hon. Peter M. Lauriat (Ret.)

Before entering private practice, this neutral served as a Justice of the Massachusetts Superior Court for 29 years, from 1989 to 2018. During his tenure, he presided over thousands of civil cases, including complex litigation in the Business Litigation Session. His judicial career followed 17 years of private practice as a trial lawyer focusing on complex civil litigation. He has extensive experience handling disputes involving high-stakes commercial matters, employment discrimination, environmental contamination, and professional malpractice.

A highly distinguished retired judge with 29 years of bench experience and a strong background in complex commercial and civil litigation.

One of the longest-serving justices in the history of the Massachusetts Superior Court with nearly three decades on the bench.

He is widely regarded by legal professionals for his deep knowledge of evidence, his calm judicial temperament, and his ability to manage highly complex multi-party litigations effectively.