Atty. John R. Gibbel

Atty. John R. Gibbel

John R. Gibbel is a lawyer practicing business succession planning, elder law, real estate and 3 other areas of law.

Lancaster Lancaster 61 Years Experience 61 year
Call (866) 475-0807

Profile Summary

About John R. Gibbel at a glance

John R. Gibbel is a Partner based in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, practicing at Gibbel, Kraybill & Hess, LLP. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1965). Educated at University of Pennsylvania (LL.B., 1964) and Juniata College (B.S., 1961). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lancaster County and Pennsylvania Bar Associations. Serves clients in Lancaster, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John R. Gibbel is a lawyer practicing business succession planning, elder law, real estate and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Juniata College in 1961, and has been licensed for 61 years
  • John practices at Gibbel, Kraybill & Hess, LLP in Lancaster, PA

Practice Areas Explained

John R. Gibbel's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

John R. Gibbel is one of 115,645 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

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 R. Gibbel is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Business & Corporate Law

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

John R. Gibbel is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Real Estate Law

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

John R. Gibbel is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

John R. Gibbel is one of 47,923 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John R. Gibbel

Where is John R. Gibbel's law office located?
John R. Gibbel's law practice is located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The firm is Gibbel, Kraybill & Hess, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John R. Gibbel handle?
John R. Gibbel focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has John R. Gibbel practiced law?
John R. Gibbel has 61+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1965.
Where did John R. Gibbel go to law school?
John R. Gibbel earned their education at (LL.B., 1964); (B.S., 1961).
How can I contact John R. Gibbel for a consultation?
You can contact John R. Gibbel 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 R. Gibbel received?
John R. Gibbel's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.B.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1964
B.S.
Juniata College
- 1961

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1965

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