Atty. John K. MacDonald

Atty. John K. MacDonald

John K. MacDonald is a lawyer practicing business law, real estate law, corporate law and 4 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 66 yrs experience 66 year
Call (571) 653-2766 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John K. MacDonald at a glance

John K. MacDonald is a probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and tax attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 66+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1960. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1960) and Maryland (1981). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1958) and St. Joseph's University (A.B., 1955). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John K. MacDonald is a lawyer practicing business law, real estate law, corporate law and 4 other areas of law
  • John K. received a A.B. degree from St. Joseph's University in 1955, and has been licensed for 66 years
  • John K. practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

John K. MacDonald's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

John K. MacDonald is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in District of Columbia →

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 K. MacDonald is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in District of Columbia →

Business & Corporate Law

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

John K. MacDonald is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in District of Columbia →

Real Estate Law

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

John K. MacDonald is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in District of Columbia →

Tax Law

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

John K. MacDonald is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in District of Columbia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John K. MacDonald

Where is John K. MacDonald's law office located?
John K. MacDonald's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John K. MacDonald handle?
John K. MacDonald focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has John K. MacDonald practiced law?
John K. MacDonald has 66+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1960.
Where did John K. MacDonald go to law school?
John K. MacDonald earned their education at (J.D., 1958); (A.B., 1955).
How can I contact John K. MacDonald for a consultation?
You can contact John K. MacDonald 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 K. MacDonald received?
John K. MacDonald's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1958
A.B.
St. Joseph's University
- 1955

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1960
Maryland
Admitted: 1981

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