Atty. Joan Adele Keston

Atty. Joan Adele Keston

Ms. Joan Adele Keston is a lawyer practicing corporate law, elder law, estate planning and 1 other area of law.

Wilmington Wilmington 48 Years Experience 48 year
Call (472) 212-0133

Profile Summary

About Joan Adele Keston at a glance

Joan Adele Keston is a estate planning, business, real estate, and elder law attorney based in Wilmington, North Carolina. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1978), Florida (Inactive) (1999), and North Carolina (2013). Educated at University of Miami (LL.M. International, 1998) and Bucknell University (B.A., 1975). Serves clients in Wilmington, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Joan Adele Keston is a lawyer practicing corporate law, elder law, estate planning and 1 other area of law
  • Joan received a B.A. degree from Bucknell University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Joan practices in Wilmington, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Joan Adele Keston's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joan Adele Keston handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Joan Adele Keston is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in North Carolina →

Real Estate Law

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

Joan Adele Keston is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in North Carolina →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Joan Adele Keston is one of 47,923 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in North Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joan Adele Keston

Where is Joan Adele Keston's law office located?
Joan Adele Keston's law practice is located in Wilmington, North Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joan Adele Keston handle?
Joan Adele Keston focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Joan Adele Keston practiced law?
Joan Adele Keston has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Joan Adele Keston go to law school?
Joan Adele Keston earned their education at (LL.M. International, 1998); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Joan Adele Keston for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M. International
University of Miami
- 1998
B.A.
Bucknell University
- 1975

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1978
Florida (Inactive)
Admitted: 1999
North Carolina
Admitted: 2013

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