Atty. Richard E. Connell
Richard E. Connell is a lawyer practicing administrative law, commercial, civil practice and 7 other areas of law.
Administrative Law & More Attorney · Serving Harrisburg, PA · 51+ Years Experience
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About Richard E. Connell at a Glance
Richard E. Connell is a Member based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, practicing at Ball, Murren & Connell. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1975), U.S. Court of Military Appeals (1978), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1981). Educated at Villanova University (J.D., 1975) and University of Scranton (B.S., 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Cumberland County, Dauphin County and Pennsylvania (Member, Sections on: Real Property Probate and Trust Law Elder Law) Bar Associations. Serves clients in Harrisburg, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Richard E. Connell
- Richard E. Connell is a lawyer practicing administrative law, commercial, civil practice and 7 other areas of law
- Richard received a B.S. degree from University of Scranton in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
- Richard practices at Ball, Murren & Connell in Harrisburg, PA
Practice Areas Explained
Richard E. Connell's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard E. Connell handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Harrisburg.
Probate in Harrisburg
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Estate Planning & Probate in Harrisburg
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Richard E. Connell is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Business & Corporate Law in Harrisburg
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Richard E. Connell is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Real Estate Law in Harrisburg
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Richard E. Connell is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Land Use & Zoning in Harrisburg
Richard E. Connell is one of 39,875 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Harrisburg
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 Harrisburg 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.
Harrisburg Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Harrisburg-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Harrisburg Choose Richard E. Connell
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Richard E. Connell's practice in the field of probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and zoning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Richard E. Connell brings 51+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Pennsylvania, U.S. Court of Military Appeals, and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania, Richard E. Connell can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, estate planning, and business, Richard E. Connell can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Harrisburg
A Harrisburg-based practice means Richard E. Connell attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Richard E. Connell Handles in Harrisburg
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