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 6 - 10 of 28 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Tracee | January 24, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family

Mr. Kishore is an exceptional attorney and changed the course my child custody case

My case was headed to court when I contacted Mr. Kishore’s office for the first time. I was distraught, but Mr. Kishore took his time to offer me a solid consultation. I retained his services that day. Mr. Kishore’s low conflict approach made me feel calm and confident about my case. My divorce an...d child custody matters were handled with care and concern. He has represented me in mediations and the results made both parties happy. All in all, I could not ask for a better family law attorney.

Posted by Tejesh | January 23, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Very Fortunate to have found him!

When I found myself in the midst of a divorce, I had approached Mr. Rahul Kishore and retained his counsel. I was very fortunate to have found him. He expertly argued my case in court, dealt with the opposing counsel’s ineptitude, and negotiated a favorable outcome for me. He also demonstrated a ...high level of knowledge and experience in the legal system, evident in the way he navigated the proceedings. Additionally, Mr. Rahul Kishore was a strong negotiator before we even got to court and he worked hard to achieve a resolution that was in my best interest. He was always available to answer my questions and address any concerns I had. Throughout the process, he kept me informed and provided valuable advice and guidance to help me make informed decisions. I can't thank him enough for his support and guidance during one of the most difficult times of my life. I highly recommend Mr. Rahul Kishore to anyone in need of a skilled and experienced divorce attorney.

Posted by anonymous | December 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Mr.Kishore is the best!

I hired Mr. Kishore as my attorney in August’2021 to assist me with my divorce case. He was very professional, responsible, attentive & knowledgeable who has not only explained all the possibilities of my case very clearly but also has educated me as how the law works in relation to my divorce case. ... Due to lot of twists & turns in my case, I was very worried about the outcome of my case in court for a long time. But the way he has prepared me for my trial was just unbelievable which has immensely helped me to gain lot of confidence on the day of trial. I could not be more satisfied with Mr. Kishore’s work on my case. He spent countless hours developing a strong case for my divorce hearing. I felt he truly understood my case, sometimes more than I did, and refined the arguments to get the most favorable outcome I am so glad I hired him because everything in court turned out great as he predicated. I highly recommend him for his experience, care, attentiveness, professionalism, and effectiveness. Regards, PR

Posted by Anil | October 28, 2021 | Divorce & Separation

Thanks Mr. Kishore

" I would like to recommend the legal services of attorney Mr. Kishore for any one looking for an attorney for divorce proceedings. A friend of mine recommended the legal service of attorney Mr.Kishore . while I was contemplating for divorce. After the initial conversation with Mr...Kishore I felt v...ery comfortable and confident about his professional ability to represent me. He explained to me the pros and cons of the matter and assured me the out come. which I was looking for.. He was very professional and avoided all unnecessary conversations and hence saved much time and fees. He has in-depth knowledge about the divorce proceedings. Mr. Kishore taught me some court languages which I was unaware and made me very comfortable for the proceedings. His legal fees were very reasonable and refunded me some fees, which I paid  at front, beyond my expectation  after the conclusion of the  proceedings. He helped me and represented me very well through out the proceedings. I thank him for his legal service. Well done. Great job.".

Posted by Mike | March 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Alimony

Knowledgeable, skilled, patient

Mr. Kishore was the third lawyer I interviewed for my case, an alimony modification. I quickly knew he was right for me because he asked insightful questions, and was open-minded about my admittedly non-clear cut case. Throughout the case, which stretched to more than a year due to covid, Mr. Kishore... was professional, thorough, patient, gracious and calm, even when his client didn’t want to hear it. He gave me solid advice based in case law, and he kept me firmly grounded. And in the end, I came away with more than reasonably expected. I highly recommend Mr. Kishore to anyone needing a seasoned, expert family law advocate.

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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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