Sheereen E. Middleton

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Sheereen E. Middleton

4.8
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 13 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Silver Spring, MD
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

P.O. Box 10490, Silver Spring, MD

Virtual Consultation Available

About Sheereen

Biography

Bankruptcy as a Strategy Not as a Last Resort

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 50%

Let Middleton Legal be the solution for your Bankruptcy needs. By combining a fundamental understanding of the big picture with the complexity of daily interactions and experiences, Sheereen E. Middleton, Esq. provides proactive solutions.

14 years | 100 cases

50%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 25%

25%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 25%

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-525 per hour

Pro bono

25 %

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2021 2020 2019

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 11 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2015

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 13 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 4 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2021

Administratively Suspended - Non-Payment of Dues

No misconduct found

Location

Middleton Legal

P.O. Box 10490, Silver Spring, MD, 20914

middletonbankruptcy.com

Online Presence

Other places you can find Sheereen online.

Sheereen E. Middleton's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

39 Client Reviews


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Reviews frequently praise the lawyer's knowledge, professionalism, and compassionate approach, often highlighting effective results in complex financial and real estate matters. Clients consistently note clear communication and dedicated support. A smaller number of reviews mention issues with communication and case management.

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Posted by Andrea | May 12, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

She Got My Bank Account Unfrozen and My Case Dismissed!

I cannot thank Sheereen McNair enough for what she did for me during one of the most stressful times in my life. My bank account had been frozen and I was facing a case against me that felt overwhelming. She stepped in immediately, took control of the situation, and worked quickly and effectively to ...get my bank account unfrozen and the case dismissed. Throughout the entire process, Sheereen was professional, knowledgeable, and extremely responsive. She explained everything clearly, kept me informed, and fought hard on my behalf. You can tell she genuinely cares about her clients and understands how emotionally and financially difficult these situations can be. Her experience and confidence gave me peace of mind when I needed it most. I highly recommend Sheereen McNair to anyone dealing with bankruptcy or financial legal issues. She truly goes above and beyond for her clients.

Posted by anonymous | May 12, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

She Saved My Home Before Foreclosure

When I contacted Sheereen McNair, I was days away from losing my home to foreclosure. The sale date was approaching fast and I felt completely out of options. She moved incredibly quickly, got my bankruptcy case filed in time to stop the foreclosure sale, and immediately gave me relief and peace of m...ind. What impressed me most was not just her speed, but her strategy. She used the bankruptcy process to help me get my mortgage loan modified, which completely changed my situation and allowed me to keep my home. She explained every step clearly, stayed on top of deadlines, and fought to make sure I had the best possible outcome. Sheereen is knowledgeable, responsive, compassionate, and truly knows how to use bankruptcy law to help people rebuild and protect what matters most. I will always be grateful for her help and highly recommend her to anyone facing foreclosure or financial hardship.

Posted by anonymous | September 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Consummate professional :Even through a personal emergency she was there !

I was highly referred to Ms Middleton. She’s not only professional but caring as well. She helped to save my cousin’s home and restore her family back to financial vitality. And she also helped my associate restore his situation to be able to thrive again in his business. So it was easy for me to mak...e the choice to hire her. In both cases my family and friends let me know how diligent and caring she was. She not only understood how to help us, she showed empathy and compassion for our families and what we were going through. We never been here before and we where afraid of the implications and the journey itself. She guided us and walked us through it. She’s was always responsive even when she was in the hospital she called us later that evening to let us know what was happening. He knowledge transcended beyond the bankruptcy proceedings she gave us guidance on the next steps thereafter. We felt supported, encouraged, guided and respected. And most all of we are anew because of her. We are stronger financially and in a better situation than we were before our troubles. And for that I will always been eternally grateful for Ms Middleton. I feel blessed and fortunate that I had her as counsel. If you want someone that’s has integrity and is diligent, intelligent, savvy, empathetic and an all around great person. Please trust in me when I say hire Sheereen Middleton

Posted by Tiffanie | September 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

A pleasure to work with and knows her stuff!

Middleton Legal was the best attorney’s office that I’ve worked with. From the beginning, they were responsive, respectful and courteous. I felt respected after feeling bombarded by aggressive creditors constantly calling me and emailing me. Sheereen Middleton and her staff filed my case quickly and ...they had the best price out of all the other lawyers I talked to. I’ve already referred my parents to her for the bankruptcy.

Sheereen Middleton

Replied last September 03, 2021

Thank you Tiffanie! We will take great care of your parents!

Posted by Leslie | September 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Great Bankruptcy Attorney!

I not only recommend Ms. Middleton best, but I guarantee once you have used her service you too will look no further. She responds in an extreme timely matter, she is very knowledgeable and trustworthy person. There is no other attorney that will work as hard for you.

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Sheereen E. Middleton's Lawyer Endorsements

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Magda Abdo-Gomez

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I had the pleasure of having Sheereen as my student when she took several of my courses at St. Thomas Law, including bankruptcy. As a student Sheereen was a hard worker. After graduation she has kept in touch and I have had the privilege of watching her career develop. I endorse this lawyer."

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Donald Bell

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. This attorney is knowledgeable, innovative and dedicated to the practice of law. I supervised Sheereen for more than two years and enthusiastically endorse her."

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Donald Bell

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Frank Morris

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Pro Bono Award, Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service

2020

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2020

Top 40 Under 40, The National Black Lawyers Association

2020

COVID-19 Response Award, Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service

2019

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Principal, Middleton Legal

2017 - 2018

Associate Attorney, Blade and Blade, P.A.

2013 - 2020

Volunteer Attorney, Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service

Associations

2013 - Present

National Bar Association

Florida Bar

Maryland State Bar Association

Bankruptcy Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Debtor Discharge Order

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Education

2010

St. Thomas University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

University of Miami

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

Speaking Engagements

2026

Maryland State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section

2026 Quarterly Meetings for Maryland State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section - Attendee

2026

Maryland Bankruptcy Bar Association, Consumer BK Section

2026 Quarterly Maryland Bankruptcy Bar Association, Consumer BK Section - Attendee

2025

Maryland State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section

2025 Quarterly Meetings for Maryland State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section - Attendee

2025

Maryland Bankruptcy Bar Association, Consumer BK Section

2025 Quarterly Maryland Bankruptcy Bar Association, Consumer BK Section - Attendee

2024

Maryland State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section

2024 Quarterly Meetings for Maryland State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section - Attendee

2024

Maryland Bankruptcy Bar Association, Consumer BK Section

2024 Quarterly Maryland Bankruptcy Bar Association, Consumer BK Section - Attendee

2023

Maryland Bankruptcy Bar Association, Consumer BK Section

2023 Quarterly Maryland Bankruptcy Bar Association, Consumer BK Section - Attendee

2018

Sisters Empowering Sisters

Real Estate and Estate Planning

2017

Radio Show

Real Estate Transactions

Publications

2017

Website Blog “What bills do I pay?” Handling Creditors in a Florida Probate Estate

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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