Atty. W Jerome Offutt

Atty. W Jerome Offutt

W Jerome Offutt is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, trusts and 5 other areas of law. W has been licensed for 87 years.

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Profile Summary

About W Jerome Offutt at a glance

W Jerome Offutt is a Member based in Frederick, Maryland, practicing at Offutt, Horman, Burdette & May, PA. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1939), U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (1939), and U.S. Supreme Court (1977). Educated at Columbus Law School of Catholic University of America (LL.B., 1937). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Thomas More Society. Serands clients in Frederick, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • W Jerome Offutt is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, trusts and 5 other areas of law
  • W has been licensed for 87 years
  • W practices at Offutt, Horman, Burdette & May, PA in Frederick, MD

Practice Areas Explained

W Jerome Offutt's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases W Jerome Offutt handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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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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Real Estate Law

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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 Frederick 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 W Jerome Offutt

Where is W Jerome Offutt's law office located?
W Jerome Offutt's law practice is located in Frederick, Maryland. The firm is Offutt, Horman, Burdette & May, PA. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does W Jerome Offutt handle?
W Jerome Offutt focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
Where did W Jerome Offutt go to law school?
W Jerome Offutt earned their education at (LL.B., 1937).
How can I contact W Jerome Offutt for a consultation?
You can contact W Jerome Offutt 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 W Jerome Offutt received?
W Jerome Offutt's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Columbus Law School of Catholic University of America
- 1937

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1939
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 1939
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1977

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