Mary Jo Kishel, Business Attorney in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania
Over 38 years of legal practice · focused on Business, IP, and M&A · 4.5/5 rating from 11 verified client reviews
CounselatRosenn, Jenkins & Greenwald, LLP
Wilkes Barre, PA
Practicing business in Wilkes Barre since 1988.
- 38+
- Years practicing
- 4.5 ★
- 11 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Mary Jo Kishel is a counsel based in Wilkes-Barre, PA. The practice focuses on Business, IP, and M&A. Mary has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Rosenn, Jenkins & Greenwald, LLP. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 11 client reviews.
- Based in
- Wilkes-Barre, PA
- Experience
- over 38 years
- Known for
- Business · IP · M&A
- Handles Business, IP, and M&A matters from Wilkes-Barre, PA.
- Over 38 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Mary Jo Kishel: Mary Jo Kishel is a counsel based in Wilkes-Barre, PA. The practice focuses on Business, IP, and M&A. Mary has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Rosenn, Jenkins & Greenwald, LLP. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 11 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Mary's practice areas in Wilkes Barre
Mary concentrates on business, ip, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mary handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania
Mary takes business matters in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mary agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania
Mary takes ip matters in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mary agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania
Mary takes m&a matters in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mary agrees to represent you.
Biography
Mary Jo Kishel, business attorney serving Wilkes Barre
Mary Jo Kishel is a counsel based in Wilkes-Barre, PA. The practice focuses on Business, IP, and M&A. Mary has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Rosenn, Jenkins & Greenwald, LLP. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 11 client reviews. Mary works from Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania and takes on business matters across the region.
Over the past 10 years, Attorney Kishel was a former Partner and Consultant to the Firm while she and her husband raised 2 children.
Attorney Kishel received her B.A. in Economics from Bucknell University and her J.D. from Villanova University. She was a Quarterfinalist in the Reimel Moot Court Competition.
Attorney Kishel has also earned the distinction of BV(r) Review Rating for Ethical Standards and Legal Ability by Martindale-Hubbell. This rating attests to a lawyer’s legal ability and profession ethics, and reflects the confidential opinions of member of the Bar and Judiciary.
Her legal experience includes, but is not limited to Construction Law, Education Law, Financial Service Law, Franchises & Distributions, Health Care, Hospitality Law, insurance Law, Manufacturing & Industrial Law, Media Law, Non-Profit Organization Law, Retail Law, Software & Information Technology Law and Telecommunication Law. She excels in practicing the law in relation to Commercial Transactions, Corporate Law and Intellectual Property Law. She is an exceptional mentor to the younger attorneys that join the practice.
Her clients include both business, nonprofit, and not-for-profit organizations, for which she provides assistance with formation, governance, compliance, financing, and operational legal matters, including the negotiation and preparation of shareholders’, operating, and partnership agreements. She also assists with intellectual property protection and enforcement matters for all types of organizations.
Attorney Kishel is a member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association and the Luzerne County Bar Association (Wilkes-Barre Law & Library Association.) She was involved in community service with Victim’s Resource Center and The United Way of Wyoming Valley, Allocations Committee.
Attorney Kishel resides in Exeter with her husband, Frank Donvito and their 2 children.
Publications
•“Are You Doing Enough to Protect Your Brand Name? Understanding and Utilizing the Protections Afforded to Names and Trademarks,” as published in the Winter 2020 Newsletter for the Business Law Section of the Pennsylvania Bar Association.
•“Protection of Work Product of Employees and Contractors,” published in the 2020 Times Leader Attorneys’ Guide.
Presentations
•Protecting Trademarks and Service Marks presentation for Wilkes Small Business Center
•Trademarks and Copyrights presentation in November, 2020 through Wilkes University Small Business Development Center
Industry Experience
•Construction
•Education
•Financial Services
•Franchise & Distribution
•Health Care
•Hospitality
•Insurance
•Manufacturing & Industrials
•Media
•Nonprofit Organizations
•Retail
•Software & Information Technology
•Telecommunications
Memberships
Closely-Held Business Committee of the Section on Business Law of the Pennsylvania Bar Association
Honors
CONGRATULATIONS to Mary Jo Kishel for being selected as one of the “Top 25 Women in Business in Northeastern Pennsylvania“! The acknowledgement article can be located in the NEPA Business Journal, March 2015 edition.
Quarterfinalist, Reimel Moot Court Competition
BV Peer Review Rating by Martindale-Hubbell - This rating attests to a lawyer’s legal ability and professional ethics, and reflects the confidential opinions of members of the Bar and Judiciary. The BV rating signifies an “excellent” rating for a lawyer that has been admitted to the Bar.
Working with Mary on a business matter
Mary Jo Kishel, Esquire, has recently been promoted to “Counsel to the Firm” at the law firm of Rosenn Jenkins & Greenwald, LLP, the largest and one of the most well-known law firms in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Over the past 10 years, Attorney Kishel was a former Partner and Consultant to the Firm while she and her husband raised 2 children. Attorney Kishel received her B.A. in Economics from…
Clients Mary works with
Mary reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, ip, and m&a matters in Wilkes Barre and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Mary studied and practices
Villanova University J.D. 1988 Quarterfinalist Villanova University J.D. Reimel Moot Court Competition
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Bucknell University
B.A. Economics · 1985
Jurisdictions
Mary's state bar admissions
Pennsylvania
1988 · ACTIVE
Mary studied at — in Villanova University J.D. 1988 Quarterfinalist Villanova University J.D. Reimel Moot Court Competition and B.A. Economics in Bucknell University.
Law school and academic background
Mary completed — in Villanova University J.D. 1988 Quarterfinalist Villanova University J.D. Reimel Moot Court Competition and B.A. Economics in Bucknell University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mary runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Mary's legal honors and published work
Mary has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Locations
Mary Jo Kishel's office in Wilkes-Barre
Mary's primary office is at Cross Creek Pointe, 1065 Highway 315, Suite 200, Wilkes-Barre, PA, 18711-0075. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Rosenn, Jenkins & Greenwald, LLP
Cross Creek Pointe, 1065 Highway 315, Suite 200
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0075
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Client reviews of Mary Jo Kishel — 4.5/5 rating from 11 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Mary. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Wilkes Barre.
4.5
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How to hire Mary Jo Kishel — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mary usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mary charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mary's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Mary will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Mary
Mary discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Mary confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mary's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mary Jo Kishel
How much does it cost to hire Mary for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mary walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mary offer a free consultation?
Mary charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mary's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Mary's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Mary gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mary take my case if I'm outside Wilkes Barre?
Mary is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Mary will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Mary?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Mary will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mary accepting new business clients right now?
Mary's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
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