Atty. John Benjamin Raftery

Atty. John Benjamin Raftery

John Benjamin Raftery is a lawyer practicing business law and transactions, business litigation, community association law and 3 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Long Island University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Baltimore Baltimore 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About John Benjamin Raftery at a glance

John Benjamin Raftery is a Managing Principal based in Baltimore, Maryland, practicing at Offit Kurman. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, litigation, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in New York (1984), Virginia (1984), Maryland (1990), and District of Columbia (1993). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (LL.M. Taxation, 1991) and Long Island University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Baltimore, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Benjamin Raftery is a lawyer practicing business law and transactions, business litigation, community association law and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Long Island University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • John practices at Offit Kurman in Baltimore, MD

Practice Areas Explained

John Benjamin Raftery's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

John Benjamin Raftery is one of 22,365 landlord/tenant attorneys indexed nationally. Browse landlord/tenant attorneys in Maryland →

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 andnue, 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Benjamin Raftery

Where is John Benjamin Raftery's law office located?
John Benjamin Raftery's law practice is located in Baltimore, Maryland. The firm is Offit Kurman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Benjamin Raftery handle?
John Benjamin Raftery focuses on business, real estate, litigation, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has John Benjamin Raftery practiced law?
John Benjamin Raftery has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did John Benjamin Raftery go to law school?
John Benjamin Raftery earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1991); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact John Benjamin Raftery for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Benjamin Raftery received?
John Benjamin Raftery's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1991
B.A.
Long Island University
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1984
Virginia
Admitted: 1984
Maryland
Admitted: 1990
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1993

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