Atty. John Richard Wise

Atty. John Richard Wise

John Richard Wise is a lawyer practicing banking law, creditor's rights, land development and 4 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Baltimore Baltimore 46 yrs experience 46 year
Call (443) 909-4791 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John Richard Wise at a glance

John Richard Wise is a Secretary and Head of Real Estate Group based in Baltimore, Maryland, practicing at Thomas & Libowitz, P.A.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, zoning, and construction. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1980), U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (1981), and U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia (1988). Educated at University of Maryland, School of Law (J.D., 1980) and University of Maryland (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of The Bar Association of Baltimore City Maryland State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Baltimore, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John Richard Wise is a lawyer practicing banking law, creditor's rights, land development and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • John practices at Thomas & Libowitz, P.A. in Baltimore, MD

Practice Areas Explained

John Richard Wise's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

John Richard Wise is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Maryland →

Real Estate Law

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

John Richard Wise is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Maryland →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

John Richard Wise is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Maryland →

Land Use & Zoning

John Richard Wise is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Maryland →

Construction Law

John Richard Wise is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction 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 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.

Looking for additional Maryland attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Baltimore or all attorneys in Maryland.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Richard Wise

Where is John Richard Wise's law office located?
John Richard Wise's law practice is located in Baltimore, Maryland. The firm is Thomas & Libowitz, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Richard Wise handle?
John Richard Wise focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, zoning, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has John Richard Wise practiced law?
John Richard Wise has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did John Richard Wise go to law school?
John Richard Wise earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact John Richard Wise for a consultation?
You can contact John Richard Wise 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 Richard Wise received?
John Richard Wise's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Maryland, School of Law
- 1980
B.A.
University of Maryland
- 1976

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Admitted: 1988

Reviews

4.4
1 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.