Atty. Christopher Edel Rice

Atty. Christopher Edel Rice

Christopher Edel Rice is a lawyer practicing real estate, land use, civil litigation and 8 other areas of law. Christopher received a B.A. degree from Villanova University in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years.

Carlisle Carlisle 23 yrs experience 23 year
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Profile Summary

About Christopher Edel Rice at a glance

Christopher Edel Rice is a Member based in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, practicing at Martson Deardorff Williams Otto Gilroy & Faller A Professional Corporation. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on personal injury, estate planning, business, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (2003) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania (2003). Educated at Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University (J.D., 2003) and Villanova University (B.A., 2000). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of American, Pennsylvania and Cumberland County (Member: Young Lawyer Division) Bar Associations Cumberland County Inns of Court. Serands clients in Carlisle, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Christopher Edel Rice is a lawyer practicing real estate, land use, civil litigation and 8 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from Villanova University in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Christopher practices at Martson Deardorff Williams Otto Gilroy & Faller A Professional Corporation in Carlisle, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Edel Rice's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Edel Rice handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Christopher Edel Rice is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →

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.

Christopher Edel Rice is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Christopher Edel Rice is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Real Estate Law

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

Christopher Edel Rice is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Land Use & Zoning

Christopher Edel Rice is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Carlisle are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Christopher Edel Rice

Where is Christopher Edel Rice's law office located?
Christopher Edel Rice's law practice is located in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. The firm is Martson Deardorff Williams Otto Gilroy & Faller A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Edel Rice handle?
Christopher Edel Rice focuses on personal injury, estate planning, business, real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Christopher Edel Rice practiced law?
Christopher Edel Rice has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Christopher Edel Rice go to law school?
Christopher Edel Rice earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A., 2000).
How can I contact Christopher Edel Rice for a consultation?
You can contact Christopher Edel Rice 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 Christopher Edel Rice received?
Christopher Edel Rice's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University
- 2003
B.A.
Villanova University
- 2000

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2003

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