Atty. John Davis Newell

Atty. John Davis Newell

John Davis Newell is a lawyer practicing real property, taxation law, business and 9 other areas of law. John received a M.A. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Annapolis Annapolis 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About John Davis Newell at a glance

John Davis Newell is a Member based in Annapolis, Maryland, practicing at John D. Newell, Attorney at Law. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1973). Educated at University of Maryland (J.D., 1973) and Johns Hopkins University (M.A. Ohio, 1968). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Anne Arundel County and Maryland State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Annapolis, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Davis Newell is a lawyer practicing real property, taxation law, business and 9 other areas of law
  • John received a M.A. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • John practices at John D. Newell, Attorney at Law in Annapolis, MD

Practice Areas Explained

John Davis Newell's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

John Davis Newell is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Maryland →

Trusts

John Davis Newell is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Maryland →

Probate

John Davis Newell 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 Davis Newell is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Maryland →

Business & Corporate Law

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

John Davis Newell is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business 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 Davis Newell

Where is John Davis Newell's law office located?
John Davis Newell's law practice is located in Annapolis, Maryland. The firm is John D. Newell, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Davis Newell handle?
John Davis Newell focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has John Davis Newell practiced law?
John Davis Newell has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did John Davis Newell go to law school?
John Davis Newell earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (M.A. Ohio, 1968).
How can I contact John Davis Newell for a consultation?
You can contact John Davis Newell 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 John Davis Newell received?
John Davis Newell's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Maryland
- 1973
M.A. Ohio
Johns Hopkins University
- 1968

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1973

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