Atty. John Steve Karas

Atty. John Steve Karas

John Steve Karas is a lawyer practicing family/domestic, litigation/plaintiff, trusts/estates/wills and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Bel Air Bel Air 50 yrs experience 50 year
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About John Steve Karas at a glance

John Steve Karas is a Managing Partner based in Bel Air, Maryland, practicing at Karas & Bradford. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on trusts, family law, estate planning, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1976) and U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (1977). Educated at University of Maryland (J.D., 1976) and Johns Hopkins University (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Harford County (Treasurer, 1979-1980 Secretary, 1996-1997) and Maryland State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Bel Air, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Steve Karas is a lawyer practicing family/domestic, litigation/plaintiff, trusts/estates/wills and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • John practices at Karas & Bradford in Bel Air, MD

Practice Areas Explained

John Steve Karas's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

John Steve Karas is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Maryland →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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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 Steve Karas is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Maryland →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Bel Air 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 Steve Karas

Where is John Steve Karas's law office located?
John Steve Karas's law practice is located in Bel Air, Maryland. The firm is Karas & Bradford. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Steve Karas handle?
John Steve Karas focuses on trusts, family law, estate planning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has John Steve Karas practiced law?
John Steve Karas has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did John Steve Karas go to law school?
John Steve Karas earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact John Steve Karas for a consultation?
You can contact John Steve Karas 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 Steve Karas received?
John Steve Karas's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Maryland
- 1976
B.A.
Johns Hopkins University
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 1977

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