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J Dirk Schwenk

Also known as Dirk Schwenk
J Dirk Schwenk

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Experience 3.5 star rating
Industry Recognition 2.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Overview

Practice Areas
  • 35% Lawsuits / Disputes
    12 years, 130 cases (1 example)
  • 35% Real Estate
    8 years, 20 cases
  • 15% Admiralty / Maritime
    12 years, 100 cases
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Fees & Payments

Fees

  • Contingent (25%-50%)
  • Free Consultation (60 minutes)
  • Hourly ($250-$450/hour)

Payment types

Credit Card, Cash, Check

Contact Information
  • Address registered with state bar
    30 C West Street
    Annapolis, MD 21401
    Office: 410-263-●●●● - show
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About me: Mr. Schwenk graduated with Honors from the University of Maryland School of Law and was the recipient of the William P. Cunningham Award as the student who... more

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5 star rating

“A Lawyer You Can Trust!”

Posted by: Susan, 2009-08-24 3 months ago. Flag as objectionable

Client Review: Dirk Schwenk is an extremely professional and trustworthy attorney. His ability to get to the crux of the matter and handle it with utmost skill is... more

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Randall D. Fisher

I highly endorse Dirk's work. He is a consumate professional in the courtroom and a pleasure to work with.

Endorsement from lawyer: Randall Fisher , Annapolis (MD), 4 months ago

Résumé

Licenses
  • 12 years since J Dirk Schwenk was first licensed to practice law in MD.

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We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience
Position Duration
Member at Lochner and Schwenk, LLC 2001–present
Associate at Ward, Kershaw and Minton 1997–2000

Education
School Major Degree Graduated
University of Maryland School of Law JD, with Honors 1997

Awards
Award Name Granting Organization Date
Outstanding Service Award Marine Trades Association of Maryland 2005
Ward Kershaw and Minton Clinical Advocacy Prize University of Maryland School of Law 1997

Associations
Position Association Name Duration
Member City of Annapolis Building Board of Appeals 2003–2004
Marine Trades Association of Maryland
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Portfolio

Avvo Answers
Avvo Contribution: Contributor Level 3
Question: Is their as claim
J's answer: There are two primary places that I might look to determine whether there might be a claim against... more

Publications
Article Publication Date
Preparation and Trial of Tort Claims Practice Manual for the Maryland Lawyer 2008
Little Island, Big Mess Spinsheet 2008

Cases
Title:
Kushell v Department of Natural Resources
Practice Area:
Tax
Outcome:
Unanimous win in the Court of Appeals
Description:
This case challenged Maryland's right to collect vessel tax on a boat that was not purchased with the intent that it be used in Maryland. In winning...

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Speaking Engagements
Speaking Engagement Name Conference Date
Preparation and Trial of Tort Claims Essentials of Maryland Practice 2008
Marina Liability and Best Practices International Marina Conference 2005