Peter H. Tanella is a seasoned business attorney and trusted advisor with extensive experience representing clients across the veterinary industry through every stage of practice ownership, operation, and transition.

As Chair of the firm’s National Veterinary Practice Group, Peter leads a multidisciplinary team that counsels veterinary professionals and organizations nationwide. His national practice encompasses a broad range of transactional and strategic matters, including practice acquisitions and sales, associate buy-ins, start-ups, joint ventures, real estate transactions, management service organizations, rollover equity arrangements, and partnership and employment agreements.

Peter is widely recognized for his practical insight and deep industry knowledge. He is frequently engaged by practice owners, associates, and a wide range of veterinary professionals for his ability to anticipate challenges and deliver thoughtful, business-minded solutions. He and his team also advise on key risk management issues such as employment law, restrictive covenants, severance agreements, tax and regulatory compliance, and practice separations.

In addition to his legal practice, Peter is dedicated to public service and nonprofit leadership. He recently concluded his fifth term as Mayor of his hometown of Cedar Grove, New Jersey, where he has served on the Township Council for nearly two decades. He currently sits on the Board of Directors of NYSAVE, a nonprofit that provides emergency funding for veterinary care of sick or injured companion animals, and he serves as Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges, the largest YMCA association in New Jersey.

Peter lives in Cedar Grove with his wife, Kimlani, their three daughters, and their cockapoo, Kona.