Helen M Whelan

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Helen M Whelan

5.0
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 29 years

Elder law Lawyer at Rockville, MD
Practice Areas: Elder Law, Estate Planning, Trusts ... +4 more

200-B Monroe Street, Rockville, MD

About Helen

Biography

Helen Whelan joined Miller, Miller & Canby in 2012 as Principal to expand the firm's Elder Law capabilities within the Estates & Trusts Practice Group. With more than a decade of experience adv...

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Elder Law 16%

16%
Estate Planning 16%

16%
Guardianship 16%

16%
Probate 16%

16%
Tax 16%

16%
Trusts 16%

16%
Other 4%

4%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 27 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 29 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1996

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in West Virginia for 18 years

State: West Virginia

Acquired: 2007

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Miller, Miller, & Canby, PC

200-B Monroe Street, Rockville, MD, 20850

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Landsman Law Group

200-A Monroe Street, Suite 110, Rockville, MD, 20850-4421

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Helen M Whelan's Reviews

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2 Client Reviews

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Posted by Liz | August 28, 2014

Excellent lawyer

Helen M Whelan is so professional . She spent a lot of time with me doing estate planning for my elderly father . Helen even took the time to meet my father at his apartment because he was not well enough to come to her office . Helen is so kind and patient and most of all so compassionate when wor...king with the elderly Helen is extremely knowledgable about all aspects of estate law , elder law and even accounting . I felt like I really made the right choice using her . She was very timely in everything she did for my father and making sure all the necessary paperwork was done and done right in a timely fashion I would highly recommend Helen .

Posted by Daniel | August 28, 2014

I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HELEN FOR ESTATE AND ELDER LAW PLANNING!

"I worked with Helen Whelan on all of my estate planning needs from updating my will and medical directives to the establishment of my revocable trust. At each step in the process Helen explained to me all of my options and how best to protect myself and my estate. Helen’s attention to detail, profes...sionalism and guidance were greatly appreciated. I will always recommend Helen to my friends and family." Daniel S

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Helen M Whelan's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Lucas

Elder law lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Helen not only has the knowledge and technical expertise in the estate planning and elder law fields, but she also has a commitment to excellent client service that sets her apart. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."

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Babak Bagheri

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I strongly endorse Helen Whelan. I have worked with her on many estate planning issues and she is extremely thorough, prompt and highly knowledgeable in her field of expertise."

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James Shields

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible.I endorse this lawyer.I endorse this lawyer."

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Cheryl Johnson

Elder law lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working with Helen on some estate planning and Elder Law matters. We have referred clients to each other and I have received positive feedback from the clients that I referred to her. In addition, I brought Helen in on a complex Elder Law matter for one of my clients and she provided the highest level of expertise in this area. I am happy to endorse Helen and look forward to collaborating with her in the future."

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Glenn Anderson

Elder law lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Helen Whelan and I have worked together with several estate planning clients. Helen brings a unique elder law perspective to the planning process. In addition to being knowledgeable in her field, she is very personable and clients enjoy working with her."

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Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2014

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

1990

Certified Public Accountant, Board of Accountancy

N/A

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1900 - Present

Partner, Landsman Law Group

2010 - 2012

Partner, Elville & Associates, P.C.

Associations

2012 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

2012 - Present

American Association of Attorney-Certified Public Accountants

2012 - Present

Progress Unlimited

Board Member

Education

2011

Georgetown University Law Center

LL.M - Master of Laws

1995

Catholic University of America, School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

University of Maryland, College Park

BS

Speaking Engagements

2014

Medicaid and Elder Law in Maryland

Special Needs Trusts

Publications

2011

Journal of Financial Planners Between the Issues Planning Ideas and Considerations for Unmarried Couples

Languages

English

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