About
MaryJo Kishel, Esquire, is Counsel to the Firm Rosenn, Jenkins & Greenwald, LLP and an accomplished business attorney focusing on corporate law, commercial transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and intellectual property matters. She advises business, nonprofit, and not-for-profit organizations on legal issues affecting formation, governance, compliance, financing, and operations. Her practice is grounded in practical problem solving, strategic planning, and clear communication, allowing clients to make informed decisions while navigating complex regulatory and transactional environments.
Ms. Kishel earned her B.A. in Economics from Bucknell University and her J.D. from Villanova University, where she was a Quarterfinalist in the Reimel Moot Court Competition. Her academic training provided a strong foundation in legal analysis, advocacy, and business principles. This background supports her ability to structure transactions, negotiate agreements, and address sophisticated corporate and intellectual property issues with precision.
Over the course of her career, Ms. Kishel has worked across numerous industries, including construction, education, financial services, health care, hospitality, insurance, manufacturing, media, nonprofit organizations, retail, software, information technology, and telecommunications. She assists clients with entity formation, governance matters, regulatory compliance, financing arrangements, and operational legal needs. Her transactional experience includes drafting and negotiating shareholder, operating, and partnership agreements, as well as advising on mergers and acquisitions.
MaryJo Kishel also counsels clients on intellectual property protection and enforcement, helping organizations safeguard valuable assets. She has earned a BV® Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, reflecting high ethical standards and legal ability. Known as a trusted advisor and mentor, she is valued for her insight, professionalism, and commitment to helping organizations achieve sustainable growth and long-term success. Her experience allows her to balance legal risk management with business objectives while delivering thoughtful guidance aligned with organizational priorities and evolving regulatory demands nationwide.
Law Office Affiliations
- Counsel, Rosenn, Jenkins & Greenwald, LLP
- Member, Pennsylvania Bar Association
Licensed State
- Pennsylvania
Education
- Villanova University School of Law
Juris Doctor (J.D.) - Bucknell University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Awards & Badges

- Corporate & Incorporation
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Trade Secrets




