Atty. John A. Cogar

Atty. John A. Cogar

John A. Cogar is a lawyer practicing taxation law, estate & trust law, estate planning.

Baltimore Baltimore 54 Years Experience 54 year
Call (443) 909-4791

Profile Summary

About John A. Cogar at a glance

John A. Cogar is a Sr. V.P. & Mgr., Estate Planning based in Baltimore, Maryland. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1972), US District Court, District of Massachusetts (1973), US Tax Court (1974), and Maryland (1981). Educated at Boston University (J.D. Taxation, 1972) and DePauw University (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Baltimore, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John A. Cogar is a lawyer practicing taxation law, estate & trust law, estate planning
  • John received a B.A. degree from DePauw University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • John practices in Baltimore, MD

Practice Areas Explained

John A. Cogar's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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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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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

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

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Where is John A. Cogar's law office located?
John A. Cogar's law practice is located in Baltimore, Maryland. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John A. Cogar handle?
John A. Cogar focuses on trusts, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has John A. Cogar practiced law?
John A. Cogar has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did John A. Cogar go to law school?
John A. Cogar earned their education at (J.D. Taxation, 1972); (B.A., 1969).
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What awards or recognition has John A. Cogar received?
John A. Cogar's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Taxation
Boston University
- 1972
B.A.
DePauw University
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1972
US District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1973
US Tax Court
Admitted: 1974
Maryland
Admitted: 1981

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