Atty. John H. MacMaster

Atty. John H. MacMaster

John H. MacMaster is a lawyer practicing real estate, probate, estate planning.

Williston Williston 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About John H. MacMaster at a glance

John H. MacMaster is a Member based in Williston, North Dakota, practicing at MacMaster Law Firm, Ltd.. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, and real estate. Admitted to practice in North Dakota (1974), U.S. District Court, District of North Dakota (1974), and Montana (1982). Educated at Boston University (LL.M. University, 1975) and University of North Dakota (B.S.B.A., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Upper Missouri and American Bar Associations State Bar Association of North Dakota. Serands clients in Williston, ND and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John H. MacMaster is a lawyer practicing real estate, probate, estate planning
  • John H. received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of North Dakota in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • John H. practices at MacMaster Law Firm, Ltd. in Williston, ND

Practice Areas Explained

John H. MacMaster's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John H. MacMaster handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

John H. MacMaster is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in North Dakota →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

John H. MacMaster is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in North Dakota →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

John H. MacMaster is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in North Dakota →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Dakota

Practicing law in North Dakota. Legal matters in North Dakota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Williston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Dakota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Dakota brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in North Dakota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John H. MacMaster

Where is John H. MacMaster's law office located?
John H. MacMaster's law practice is located in Williston, North Dakota. The firm is MacMaster Law Firm, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John H. MacMaster handle?
John H. MacMaster focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Dakota.
How long has John H. MacMaster practiced law?
John H. MacMaster has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did John H. MacMaster go to law school?
John H. MacMaster earned their education at (LL.M. University, 1975); (B.S.B.A., 1970).
How can I contact John H. MacMaster for a consultation?
You can contact John H. MacMaster directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John H. MacMaster received?
John H. MacMaster's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.M. University
Boston University
- 1975
B.S.B.A.
University of North Dakota
- 1970

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

North Dakota
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, District of North Dakota
Admitted: 1974
Montana
Admitted: 1982

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