Atty. John Persons Edgar

Atty. John Persons Edgar

John Persons Edgar is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, corporate/business, taxation and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Syracuse University in 1985, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Baltimore Baltimore 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About John Persons Edgar at a glance

John Persons Edgar is a Shareholder based in Baltimore, Maryland, practicing at Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on trusts, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1990) and Pennsylvania (2023). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Syracuse University (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Baltimore, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Persons Edgar is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, corporate/business, taxation and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Syracuse University in 1985, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • John practices at Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC in Baltimore, MD

Practice Areas Explained

John Persons Edgar's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Tax Law

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

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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 Persons Edgar

Where is John Persons Edgar's law office located?
John Persons Edgar's law practice is located in Baltimore, Maryland. The firm is Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Persons Edgar handle?
John Persons Edgar focuses on trusts, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has John Persons Edgar practiced law?
John Persons Edgar has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did John Persons Edgar go to law school?
John Persons Edgar earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact John Persons Edgar for a consultation?
You can contact John Persons Edgar 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 Persons Edgar received?
John Persons Edgar's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1990
B.A.
Syracuse University
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1990
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2023

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