Neil William Tyra

Neil William Tyra

5.0
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 21 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Rockville, MD
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Family

199 East Montgomery Avenue, Suite 100, Rockville, MD

About Neil

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 75%

Including Wills, Trusts, Power of Appointment, Advanced Health Care Directives

22 years

75%
Family 25%

Including divorce, child custody, child support, visitation and access, prenuptial agreements, and separation agreements.

22 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 225-275 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 20 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2005

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 21 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Tyra Law Firm, LLC

199 East Montgomery Avenue, Suite 100, Rockville, MD, 20850

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Neil William Tyra's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Sarah | December 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Wonderful attorney to help you navigate the complexities of the legal system!

My experience with The Tyra Law Firm, LLC was much easier than I thought it would be. I used their services on three separate occasions. The first time was while I was going through my divorce, the second time I asked for help with a personal injury case and received a wonderful referral to a lawyer... who would specialize on my case, and the third time I turned to The Tyra Law Firm, LLC it was to have Mr. Tyra help me set up a "Special Needs Trust." I have turned to Mr. Tyra time and time and again because I feel as though he will tell me honestly what each legal matter will entail and even refer me to other lawyers if he feels the situation warrants it. Additionally, I feel as though I can ask questions when I've had them and that Mr. Tyra is an approachable lawyer, whereas some of the other lawyers I've meet do not appreciate the complexities that different legal cases may dig up, and are not as patient with their clients while explaining various legal situations. The law is complicated no matter what type of legal situation you may find yourself in, and Mr. Tyra is a lawyer that you know will explain the various legal situations you may face and look out for his clients.

Posted by Lance | November 10, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Top-notch attorney

Neil helped me tremendously with both my nightmare of a divorce as well as my child custody agreement. Which both turned out better than expected. He came highly recommended from another attorney which did not practice law in DC. He very patient in explaining how the laws in DC work as to what I shou...ld and should not expect, he kept me up to date throughout the entire process. Upon the completion of my divorce, I've since used his services to set up my Estate Planning. I will definitely use him again in the future as it is hard to find someone you can trust and who actually has your best interest in mind.

Posted by maria | August 27, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Neil is, above all else, looking out for your best interests

I hired Neil for the first time about 2 years ago to help me through a divorce. He patiently explained to me the process, made sure that I was looking out for the best interests of me and my kids, etc. He made the entire process so much easier to handle and I walked away from it confident that with...out Neil I wouldn't be in as secure a situation. When the time came again, and I needed Neil's advice for my child support case, I was blown away by how helpful, responsive, and honest he was. It honestly felt like he dropped everything to answer my e-mails/calls. he even called me one time while he was on vacation for something that was no more than legal advice! Anecdote aside, Neil is wonderful. I trust him implicitly. I know he's always looking out for me.

Posted by Mark | August 20, 2014 | Personal Injury

Personal Injury Matter - Negotiated Beautifully and Efficiently

Mr. Tyra handled a personal injury claim of mine in which he kept me completely informed about my options, giving me an honest appraisal of the situation at all times. He it tech-saavy and efficient with his communications. Mr. Tyra also gave me the respect I deserved without a hint of condescension ...in our dealings, despite my inexperience within the legal system. He is one of those attorneys that is not out there to make a quick buck, but puts his heart into whatever type of case he picks up - big or small.

Posted by Gabriel | September 23, 2012 | Child Custody

great lawyer but most importantly great human being

Mr Tyra represented me in a very difficult and nasty case other lawyers only cared about money but he was different he was concern more in the best interest of my child and now thanks to him I'm able to enjoy more time with my son. He is an excellent lawyer and a great human being and he proved it w...ith experience and actions not only words.

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Neil William Tyra's Lawyer Endorsements

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Radha Ramanathan

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Neil Tyra is my go-to attorney for Maryland estate planning matters. I have consulted with him on many of my cases that have estate planning and inheritance issues. I have referred many clients, friends and family members to Attorney Tyra because he is knowledgeable and trustworthy. I highly recommend this attorney."

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Raymond Kaselonis

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Neil. Neil is a super smart and very engaging attorney. I met Neil at a legal conference and it was clear that his knowledge of the content covered at that conference could have easily qualified him to be one of the presenters. Neil is the type of estate planning and family law attorney you'd like representing you if you want someone who's experienced, knowledgeable, and just plain enjoyable to be around."

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Rebecca Grosser

Unknown lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Other

"Neil is intent on keeping current with legal and business trends. I found him to be focused and enthusiastic about his work. I look forward to working with him in the future."

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Christy Thompson

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Neil is so dedicated to his clients and the practice of law. I had the good fortune of listening to him speak at a legal conference and I was impressed by his passion and determination to make sure his clients are well taken care of. I highly recommend Neil."

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Charles Irvin

Estate planning lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Neil is full of energy and knowledge. He is always on the vanguard, finding new ways to make life easier for his clients. I wholeheartedly recommend Neil."

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Nadia von Magdenko

Estate planning lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Neil Tyra was one of the first Avvo Attorneys. Neil Tyra not only knows the law, but he is always looking forward, staying on top of any changes in the law as they happen. Neil Tyra is also an attorney who is personable and kind. I recommend Neil Tyra."

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Gorham Clark

Elder law lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Neil is a rare breed. Knowledgeable and experienced but he actually listens to his clients. Getting the best result for the client is what drives everything for him. They are people not cases. And he does it with a great sense of humor."

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John O'Brien

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Martha Mothershead

Elder law lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Neil as a qualified attorney capable of providing outstanding service to clients with elder law and estate planning needs."

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Joseph Blaszkow

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I first met Mr. Tyra about three years ago, when we had separate clients involved in the same personal injury matter. In the course of the lawsuit, I had the opportunity to observe Mr. Tyra's unflagging efforts assisting a somewhat difficult client. Eventually, through his perseverance he obtained a great result on that case. Mr. Tyra is also quite up to date on current technology issues as they affect the practice of law. For those reasons, and others, I recommend Mr. Tyra without qualification."

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Heather Sunderman

Family lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Neil is knowledgeable attorney and passionate advocate. He takes his client commitments seriously whether the case is resolved via negotiation or litigation. I would recommend Neil to any friend or family member without reservation."

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Eric Stepanov

Unknown lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I sincerely endorse Attorney Tyra. From his answers and time on Avvo, it is clear he is dedicated to serving those in need and his clients. It's rare that lawyers spend so much valuable time helping the community, for free, and I applaud him for doing it to such a great level."

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Herbert Ellis

Unknown lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Simeone

Identity theft lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked closely with Neil for several years. He is smart, dedicated to his clients, and practices with the highest ethics. He brings broad experience to his work and is willing to go the extra mile for his clients."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Elizabeth Pugliese

Child custody lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Tyra is a wonderful caring lawyer. He is always professional and respectful to opposing counsel while continuing to zealously represent the client. He knows that in family law the attorneys have to get past the emotion so reason can prevail."

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Lesly Vaillancourt

Unknown lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Neil is a great attorney. Not only is he compassionate and understanding with his clients, but he is also very knowledgeable."

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Raymond Kaselonis

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Christy Thompson

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Charles Irvin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Nadia von Magdenko

Personal injury lawyer

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Martha Mothershead

Elder law lawyer

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Joseph Blaszkow

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Roger Gelb

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Top 10 Legal Podcasts, Lawyerist.com

Work Experience

2006 - 2014

Owner, The Tyra Law Firm, LLC

2004 - 2006

Associate, Simeone & Miller

1988 - 1994

Project Manager, Computer Sciences Corporation (Csc)

1980 - 1988

Systems Engineer, ORI, Inc.

Associations

2004 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

Montgomery Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

Education

2004

Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

University of Maryland

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Solo & Small Firm Summit

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2019

MSBA Legal Summit & Annual Meeting

Attorney’s Guide to Digital Marketing

2009

Solo & Small Firm Conference

Surviving & Thriving in a Solo or SmallFirm Environment

2007

Solo & Small Firm Conference

An Apple for the Lawyer

Languages

English

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