Atty. John Brooke Kelly

Atty. John Brooke Kelly

John Brooke Kelly is a lawyer practicing probate, real estate, estate planning. John Brooke received a A.B. degree from Catholic University of America in 1956, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Annapolis Annapolis 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About John Brooke Kelly at a glance

John Brooke Kelly is a probate, estate planning, and real estate attorney based in Annapolis, Maryland. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1974) and Maryland (1981). Educated at American University (J.D., 1973) and Catholic University of America (A.B., 1956). Serands clients in Annapolis, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Brooke Kelly is a lawyer practicing probate, real estate, estate planning
  • John Brooke received a A.B. degree from Catholic University of America in 1956, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • John Brooke practices in Annapolis, MD

Practice Areas Explained

John Brooke Kelly's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

John Brooke Kelly is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Maryland →

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 Brooke Kelly is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Maryland →

Real Estate Law

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

John Brooke Kelly is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Annapolis 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 Brooke Kelly

Where is John Brooke Kelly's law office located?
John Brooke Kelly's law practice is located in Annapolis, Maryland. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Brooke Kelly handle?
John Brooke Kelly focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has John Brooke Kelly practiced law?
John Brooke Kelly has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did John Brooke Kelly go to law school?
John Brooke Kelly earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (A.B., 1956).
How can I contact John Brooke Kelly for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
American University
- 1973
A.B.
Catholic University of America
- 1956

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1974
Maryland
Admitted: 1981

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