Atty. John H. MacMaster
John H. MacMaster is a lawyer practicing real estate, probate, estate planning.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving Williston, ND · 52+ Years Experience
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About John H. MacMaster at a Glance
John H. MacMaster is a Member based in Williston, North Dakota, practicing at MacMaster Law Firm, Ltd.. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, and real estate. Admitted to practice in North Dakota (1974), U.S. District Court, District of North Dakota (1974), and Montana (1982). Educated at Boston University (LL.M. University, 1975) and University of North Dakota (B.S.B.A., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Upper Missouri and American Bar Associations State Bar Association of North Dakota. Serves clients in Williston, ND and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John H. MacMaster
- John H. MacMaster is a lawyer practicing real estate, probate, estate planning
- John H. received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of North Dakota in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
- John H. practices at MacMaster Law Firm, Ltd. in Williston, ND
Practice Areas Explained
John H. MacMaster's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John H. MacMaster handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Williston.
Probate in Williston
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Estate Planning & Probate in Williston
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
John H. MacMaster is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in North Dakota →
Real Estate Law in Williston
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Williston
Practicing law in North Dakota. Legal matters in North Dakota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Williston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Dakota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Dakota 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 Dakota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Williston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Williston-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Williston Choose John H. MacMaster
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John H. MacMaster's practice in the field of probate, estate planning, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John H. MacMaster brings 52+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in North Dakota, U.S. District Court, District of North Dakota, and Montana, John H. MacMaster can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, estate planning, and real estate, John H. MacMaster can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Williston
A Williston-based practice means John H. MacMaster attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues John H. MacMaster Handles in Williston
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