Joel S. "Jody" Kline
About Joel S. Kline
Joel S. Kline is a lawyer based in Rockville, MD and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Joel S. Kline is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Rockville, Maryland
- Land Use and Zoning Law
- Litigation - Land Use and Zoning
Current Firm: Miller, Miller & Canby Chartered
Education: Washington and Lee University, J.D., graduated 1974 and Washington and Lee University, BA, graduated 1968
Location: Rockville, MD
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