Rahul Kishore

Rahul Kishore

also known as Shah &, Kishore

4.8
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 32 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Rockville, MD
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Family ... +2 more

9201 Corporate Blvd., Suite 330, Rockville, MD

About Rahul

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

There are two types of divorce in Maryland: Absolute and Limited. 1. Absolute : An absolute divorce is permanent, allows remarriage, and terminates property claims. 2. Limited: A limited divorce, on the other hand, is more like a legal separation. It does not allow either spouse to remarry nor for a final distribution of marital property.Furthermore, the number of grounds upon which a limited divorce can be obtained are fewer.

30 years

50%
Child Custody 20%

we understand the sensitive nature of Child Custody and Child Support. We work toward reaching the best interest for the Child to ensure Legal Custody, Physical Custody and Child Support reflects the personal self interest for the child in question within the legal boundaries required by law.

30 years

20%
Alimony 10%

Alimony is spousal support for the lower income-earning spouse after the termination of marriage. The primary purpose of alimony is for rehabilitation purposes, i.e., to allow the recipient to become self-supporting. Alimony is income to the recipient and a tax deduction for the spouse paying the alimony. There are three types of Divorce Alimony: 1. Permanent Alimony: 2. Rehabilitative Alimony 3: Alimony pendente lite

30 years

10%
Child Support 10%

we understand the sensitive nature of Child Custody and Child Support. We work toward reaching the best interest for the Child to ensure Legal Custody, Physical Custody and Child Support reflects the personal self interest for the child in question within the legal boundaries required by law.

30 years

10%
Family 10%

Family Law Matters such as Divorce, Family Mediation, Collaborative Divorce Child Custody, Child Support, Alimony, and Division of Marital Property.

30 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 32 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1994

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 32 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Shah & Kishore

9201 Corporate Blvd., Suite 330, Rockville, MD, 20850

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Rahul Kishore's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

85 Client Reviews

Showing 56 - 60 of 85 reviews

Posted by Gorantla S | December 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Very professional - Experienced Attorney - Straight forward

Rahul Kishore provided a level of service that went far beyond what I expected. He kept me well informed and provided me with assurance through every step of the process. His approach is open and empathetic, yet determined at every turn to bring a conclusion to the case. He worked hard and gave 110% ...to my case providing support and answering all of my questions. Having a guide like Rahul Kishore through the legal system isn’t just necessary, it’s critical. He is a man of his word with great ethics and a strong desire to seek justice for his clients. Words cannot express how tremendously grateful I am to Mr. Kishore for his sincere compassion and legal assistance during one of the most challenging times in my life. He guided me through the long and daunting legal process, yet never lost his patience despite my frequent and overwhelming inquiries. He provided a support system and served as a mentor, exceeding the scope of what lawyers today are expected to do. I would recommend Mr. Rahul Kishore to my friends and family with complete confidence. Thank you, Kishore, for the great help & insight!

Posted by OB | November 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Experienced Attorney

Choosing someone with the legal expertise and knowledge of family law was no easy task. But once I came across the reviews and testimonials of previous clients of Shah and Kishore I knew that this was the firm that needed to handle my case. Since I was facing the difficulty of a child custody matter,... Mr Kishore was up front, honest, and very informative. At the initial consultation we discussed the legal process, analyzed our options, and established our case. As my attorney Mr Kishore was always caring, understanding, and sympathetic. With those qualities and his skill and proficiency in family law we were able to get the result that I was hoping for—sole custody of my daughter! I couldn’t have achieved this without Mr Kishore and I am truly grateful that I chose him as my attorney. It was a stressful time but throughout the lengthy process Mr Kishore continued to provide the necessary encouragement and support that I needed. I am truly blessed to have had such wonderful legal counsel. I highly recommend Mr Kishore to handle your family law matters.

Posted by James | July 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Outstanding Professionalism

It was a pleasure having Mr. Kishore as my attorney. I couldn’t have found a better attorney to have represented me. Mr. Kishore really cared about my case. He made sure he helped me with the information I needed and worked overtime with me to prepare for court. I wasn't completely prepared and ...he never once got upset and instead he walked me through everything. He was precise, detail oriented, extremely efficient, and cordial. Mr. Kishore did an excellent job and was always positive. He always made phone calls to keep me informed. He made me have confidence in what was going on with my divorce. I am pleased with the outcome of my case. I would recommend Mr. Kishore to anyone needing counsel and representation in family law. I am thankful for all of his hard work.

Posted by anonymous | April 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Irresponsible Money Men

I hired Mr. Kishore for my custody case. He was all about money! I was stressing-out enough about the case. Instead of handling the case, he stretched out the processes to make things more complicated. He did not even submitted my response to the other attorney's discovery until I forcing him to do s...o. He Claimed the he had to talk to the other attorney about the case, but gave me no detail on what subject he discussed to! He handled my case poorly. As the result, I had no choice to strike him after spending a ton of money on him.

Posted by Eric | February 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Excellent lawyer, strongly recommended

I would absolutely recommend Mr. Kishore to anyone needing counsel and representation in family law. From the very first time I spoke with him about my divorce and throughout a long matter, he was courteous, friendly, sincere, patient, and professional. He took the time to explain processes and opt...ions, made sure my questions were fully answered, and was amazingly responsive to my e-mails and phone calls. In mediation, he was highly effective in advocating for my best interests while also achieving an agreement the other party would accept. His support made a world of difference and I very much appreciate it!

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Rahul Kishore's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robb Longman

Family lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Kishore is an excellent attorney who is very knowledgeable in family law. In addition, he is very attentive to his clients and their needs. I have referred both clients and friends to Mr. Kishore and would not hesitate to do so again in the future."

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Afshin Pishevar

Family lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Kishore is a highly experienced attorney who has proven his competence and professionalism over the many years of his practice of law."

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Lawrence Regan

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Devang Shah

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Kishore is a very knowledgeable person with regard to the Maryland laws in the family law area. He answered Client questions promptly and accurately throughout the process of Client divorce case. Due to his promptness and efficiency I observed that he was able to save Client valuable time for his client which allowed client to save on overall legal fees. He told all of the facts and details upfront with regard to client circumstances, so that I had no surprises throughout the process. I recommend him highly."

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Gary Altman

Family lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. The clients I have referred to Rahul have been extremely pleased"

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2018

America's Most Honored Professionals 2018, American Registry

2017

America's Most Honored Professionals 2017, American Registry

2015

Superb Rated Attorney, AVVO Lawyers 2014 Rating 9.0

2015

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

10 Best Attoneys In Maryland, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2014

Superb Rated Attorney, AVVO Lawyers 2014 Rating 9.0

2013

Superb Rated Attorney, AVVO Lawyers 2013 Rating 9.0

2013

Excellent Rated Attorney, AVVO Lawyers 2011 Rating 8.9

2013

Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2012

Excellent Rated Attorney, AVVO Lawyers 2012 Rating 8.7

2011

Excellent Rated Attorney, AVVO Lawyers 2011 Rating 8

2010

Finest Lawyer, City Paper

Work Experience

1995 - Present

Partner, Shah & Kishore

Associations

Montgomery County Bar Association

Attorney Member

Prince Georges County Bar Association

Member

Indian American Bar Association

Member and Previous Board of Directors

American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)

Member

Maryland-Business Roundtable (MIBRT)

Member

Member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Divorce Case

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Education

1992

George Washington University

MBA - Master of Business Administration

1988

George Washington University National Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

University of Maryland

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Washington DC's

Divorce

Publications

2010

sooperarticles Peaceful Divorce

Languages

English

Activity

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