Nicholas Carter Minshew

Nicholas Carter Minshew

4.4
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 25 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Rockville, MD
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody, Child Support

One Research Ct, Suite 450, Rockville, MD

About Nicholas

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 25 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2000

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 23 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2002

Administratively Suspended - Non-Payment of Dues

No misconduct found

Location

Minshew and Ahluwalia LLP

One Research Ct, Suite 450, Rockville, MD, 20850

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Nicholas Carter Minshew's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

5 star (12)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
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1 star (2)

Posted by Charles | August 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

An knowledgable and responsive family law attorney

Nick came to me from a friend's referral and it turned out to be the best hire I made for my divorce. Nick was not only very knowledgeable but also very responsive. He is truly an advocate for his client and handled everything himself. Nick is not only a great family law attorney but also a good l...istener and friend. I would highly recommend him.

Posted by Sammy | December 6, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Sammy braiton

Nick is a terrible lawyer. He charged me thousands of dollars for writing emails which did not help my case. When I mentioned this to him, he withdrew from my case a week before my hearing and left me without representation. Now I have to represent myself and am at risk of losing custody of my ch...ildren.

Posted by Igor | November 1, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Superb professional to navigate difficult divorce and custody

I retained Mr. Minshew to handle my divorce and custody case involving minor children. The case had a 2-day trial with all the discovery and preparation work, and multiple rounds of settlement negotiations. Nick really helped me to navigate this difficult process, and looking back I feel that it wo...uld have been impossible to go through it without his counsel. Nick has an immaculate memory, and remembers details that I myself forgot or found inconsequential when he feels they are important. He is good at reminding me about deadlines and keeping paperwork organized and on track. His writing style is clear and well reasoned. He knows many of the judges, lawyers and personalities in Montgomery County Circuit Court, which is helpful when you want to decide how to proceed. I found him to be non-confrontational, in that he seeks out ways to get to an agreement and save the client money. I found his billing to be fair, with every hour accounted for. Finally, I consider Nick an important advisor and maybe even a confidant, who can talk through the options without sugar coating them, and help me to close my case and move on.

Posted by anonymous | May 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceptional

Nick is a superb lawyer and exceptional person. I've retained him twice over the years and each time I simply give him the information and let him do what he needs to do on the legal front. Utilizing his expertise and legal advice has taken a lot of stress off of my plate and gave me confidence that ...whatever the outcome, one of the best lawyers for the job was handling it for me. And in my experience with him, everything worked out perfectly. Being extremely thorough, friendly, technical, open to questions about details and available when needed, I have no doubts on continuing to keep his contact info long into the future. Additionally his form of communication is very streamlined. Emails and calls were always followed up on as soon as possible but usually immediately afterward. It always felt like whenever I needed info he was there to assist. He was also very prompt about communicating with me on court updates and new information. Highly recommended, 5/5 stars. THANK YOU NICK!!!

Posted by anonymous | March 2, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A role model for other lawyers

When choosing a lawyer, you want someone with experience that's going to tell you how a judge is most likely going to rule given the evidence. You don't want someone who just tells you what you want to hear and then soaks you for lots of money while you fight a losing battle. Nick Minshew provides ...realistic advice and guidance. He also looks for a quick and clean way to bring things to conclusion. This is best for everyone. It's highly unusual, but it seems like Nick Minshew is looking out for the well-being of children and society over his own profit. In my search for a lawyer, I found no others like him.

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Nicholas Carter Minshew's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jessica Kern

Unknown lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan Goldberg

Family lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nick is an excellent attorney who advocates zealously on behalf of his clients. He is sensitive to the needs of his clients and achieves excellent results for them."

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Joy Ceesay

Family lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nick Minshew is a dedicated professional with years of experience in family law and as a trial attorney. His knowledge and experience is clearly reflected in his work product and the great results that he gets for his clients. Nick's ability to be compassionate yet objective provides his clients with necessary strategic and effective representation while advocating for their needs."

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Barry Rosenthal

Family lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse Nick as he is an excellent attorney. He is smart, hardworking, energetic and a highly skilled litigator specializing in family matters."

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Jonathan Isaacs

Family lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Nick is astute, efficient, highly fluent in statutes, case law, evidence presentation; he zeroes in on the important issues; strong competitor"

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Christopher Zampogna

Family lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He litigated skillfully and with zeal and attention to detail."

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Vance Redmond

Child custody lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have opposed Nick Minshew on several cases over the years. He is a talented attorney and is very comfortable arguing complex cases to a judge. He is sensitive to client concerns and works to complete projects in a cost-effective fashion. I highly recommend Mr. Minshew."

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Jessica Kern

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Best Child Support Lawyers in Washington DC, Expertise.com

2022

Lead Counsel Verified, LawInfo.com

2022

Top 30 Matrimonial and Family Law, The National Advocates

2022

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2010

Child Counsel Training, Administrative Office of the Courts

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Partner, Law Firm of Minshew & Ahluwalia LLP

2010 - 2012

Owner, Law Office of Nicholas C. Minshew

2007 - 2010

Attorney, Paradiso, Taub, Sinay & Owel, P.C.

2006 - 2007

Attorney, Brodsky, Greenblatt, Renehan & Pearlstein, Chtd.

2005 - 2006

Attorney, Leonard, Street and Deinard, PA

2000 - 2005

Attorney, Morgan Lewis & Bockius, LLP

Associations

2012 - Present

Montgomery County Bar Association Mentor-Mentee Program

Volunteer Attorney

2002 - Present

District of Columbia Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

Montgomery County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2000 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

2012 - 2019

Maryland State Bar Association, Family and Juvenile Law Section

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Feller v. Feller (unreported)

Client's award of sole legal custody, child support and attorney's fees affirmed

Feller v. Feller (unreported)

Client's award of child support and attorney's fees affirmed by the Court of Special Appeals.

Thomas v. Thomas (unreported)

Client's award of alimony, monetary award and attorney's fees affirmed.

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Education

2000

American University, Washington College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

University of Maryland

MA - Masters

1994

Goucher College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2013

Bethesda Magazine 'Ask the Attorney' Profile

2010

Family Law Articles Minshew & Ahluwalia LLP

Languages

English

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