Overall Rating
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4.8 /5.0
11 Client Reviews
$ 250-250 per hour
About James
Biography
James G. Quinn was born and raised just outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Sixth in a line of seven children of Gary and Carol Quinn, I learned the value of speaking my mind and building strong arguments at a young age. As an Eagle Scout, I learned the importance of service to others, which developed into a strong desire to help people whenever possible. I was always on stage growing up. Whether in sports, choir, various bands, or theatre, I have always enjoyed putting on a show, and have always been complimented on the charismatic manner in which I present myself and represent others. These characteristics led me to study counseling at Penn State University.
After earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Rehabilitation Services Education (Counseling) at Penn State (2001), I moved to Maryland where my wife, Rachael, was completing her Master’s Degree and PhD at the University of Maryland. It was then that I began merging my counseling degree and skills with a passion for law, beginning with an internship and then full time employment with the Maryland Department of Juvenile Justice (n/k/a Dept. of Juvenile Services). As a Juvenile Counselor (Probation Officer) I appeared in various Circuit Courts in Maryland before juvenile masters and judges on a regular basis, helping me to develop confidence and presence in the Court Room setting. It was at that time that I enrolled in the Paralegal Studies program at the Anne Arundel Community College, completing a Paralegal Certificate (General Practice) in 2003. Prior to concluding the Certificate, I took a position with the Taylor, Doyle & Silber Partnership and the Law Office of Michael J. Silverman as a paralegal/law clerk/office manager/IT specialist. My experience there provided practical experience to supplement my academic development. Additionally, as a law clerk to Special Master Barry Silber (Howard County), I gained valuable insight and experience with family matters from the Court’s prospective. Master Silber also mentored me in the practice of law, focusing on the integrity and discipline necessary to practice effectively, as well as the importance of building relationships with the Court and in the legal community.
I joined Royston, Mueller, McLean & Reid, LLP as a paralegal/law clerk in late 2004 working primarily with Bradford G.Y. Carney and Laurel P. Reese, two of Maryland’s most impressive family law litigators. Shortly after joining the firm, I enrolled in Widener University School of Law and merged an excellent legal education focusing in litigation with the practical litigation experience that had me attending court proceedings with Mr. Carney and Ms. Reese more often than many associates in most other law firms. In addition to family law matters, I worked with Mr. Carney and other members of the firm in a variety of civil litigation matters, as well as preparing appellate briefs and arguments. After earning my J.D. from Widener in 2009, passing the Maryland State Bar Exam and being admitted to the Maryland Bar in December, 2009, I took a position as an attorney with Royston in 2010 and was immediately handling a large case load and attending court frequently. My time with Royston, and most importantly the mentorship of Mr. Carney and Ms. Reese, helped me become familiar with judges and legal professionals throughout the State of Maryland, as well as develop the organization skills that are imperative in the practice of law, and have become a mainstay in my approach to litigation.
In January, 2011, I joined the Law Offices of John W. Conrad III, LLC and immediately began developing a civil litigation practice within the walls of Mr. Conrad’s massive civil litigation practice, which focused primarily in personal injury litigation. Under Mr. Conrad’s tutelage, I was quickly in court, trying more than 130 cases in two years, winning 2 out of every 3, and obtaining judgments in excess of $600, during that time. I also added jury trials to my skill set while working with Mr. Conrad, and argued before the Maryland Court of Special Appeals. My success was largely a result of Mr. Conrad’s mentorship, developing an aggressive approach to litigation that focused on preparedness as a key to success.
In March 4, 2013, the Law Office of James G. Quinn, LLC opened its doors. The firm’s success was largely a result of my devotion to the central tenets that have been finely tuned throughout my personal and professional life – an organized, aggressive and charismatic approach to the practice of law that is client-centered. After a two-year foray as a partner in the C&Q Law Group, LLC, I have returned to run my own law firm where I handle a variety of cases, including divorce, child custody, visitation, child support, spousal support/alimony, pre- and post-nuptial agreements, marital settlement agreements, property disposition (including high conflict business disposition), medical malpractice, police misconduct, violation of civil rights, contract violations, general civil litigation and legal matters, and appellate proceedings.
As a practitioner, I take the words of Sir. Thomas More to heart in my practice – to practice law ethically “so that today I shall not, in order to win a point, lose my soul.”
Practice Areas
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15%
Animal and Dog Bites
5%
Animal Law
5%
Appeals
5%
16 years
Fees and Rates
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Payment Methods
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Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Maryland for 16 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of James G. Quinn, LLC
(410) 558-6788
Fax
P.O. Box 382, Abingdon, MD, 21009
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30 E. Pennsylvania Avenue, Ste. 100, Bel Air, MD, 21014
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James Gary Quinn's Reviews
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Posted by Karin | March 9, 2018 | Hired Attorney
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A Great Lawyer Who Cares
Jim Quinn is an all-around great person and a wonderful attorney. He takes time to answer all of your questions and will fight to ensure you get what you deserve. My divorce case presented some challenges due to a difficult opposing party. Mr. Quinn would not waver from my case goals when the oppo...
Posted by Roberto | August 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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Words just aren't good enough to describe him....
A few years ago I found James online after consulting with numerous military lawyers and civilian lawyers, everyone told me either my case was too complicated or I'd fight a battle I wouldn't win and they wanted no parts of it. After consulting with James he gave me this look and said "I won't give u...
James Quinn
Replied last August 28, 2017Roberto, it was an absolute pleasure working with you. Thank you for your kind words. I am always thrilled to help one of the heroes that protect this great nation.
Posted by Barbara | February 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Dedicated and intuitive
Mr Quinn took the time to personally get to know each and every one of us involved in our very difficult case. He connected with each of us. I felt like we were more than just clients. He went above and beyond to make sure that we all had all the information needed to make very informed decisions ...
Posted by Betty | January 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Caring, compassionate, respectful and fights hard for you!
Ours was a very unique case, and we had a great deal of difficulty even getting a consultation with any other lawyer. Jim personally listened to the circumstances surrounding our case and instead of being skeptical he was intrigued. He immediately gave us an appointment to come in for a consultation,...
James Quinn
Replied last January 23, 2017It was an honor and a pleasure working with you and your family. It was truly a transformative experience in my life that I will NEVER forget. God Bless!
Posted by Yvonne | September 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Jim is awesome!!!
I am so glad that I had Jim as my divorce attorney. I was very blessed that Jim took my case after I had a terrible experience with another attorney. He was very straightforward, he didn't sugarcoat things. He told me what I needed to hear regarding my case not necessarily what I wanted to hear. ...
James Gary Quinn's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have enjoyed working with Mr. Quinn to resolve multiple cases in a businesslike manner to the mutual benefit of our clients."
"One of the brightest and moist organized lawyers in the profession. A fearless advocate."
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Experience
Honors
N/A
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of James G. Quinn, LLC
1900 - Present
Owner/Attorney, The Law Office of James G. Quinn, LLC
2014 - 2016
Managing Member, Craig & Quinn Law Group, LLC
2011 - 2012
Attorney, Law Office of John W. Conrad III, LLC
2010 - 2010
Attorney, Royston, Mueller, McLean & Reid, LLP
2004 - 2009
Paralegal, Royston, Mueller, McLean & Reid, LLP
Associations
2016 - Present
Boy Scouts of AmericaAssistant Pack Master
2015 - Present
Knights of Columbus
2015 - Present
Bel Air Rec CouncilCoach
2011 - Present
St. Thomas More Society
2010 - Present
Maryland State Bar Association
2010 - Present
Baltimore County Bar Association
Education
2009
Widener University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
Anne Arundel Community College
Certificate
2003
Anne Arundel Community College
Paralegal Certificate
2001
Pennsylvania State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
N/A
University of Baltimore
Speaking Engagements
2015
Advanced Family Law
Family Law
2012
Advanced Family Law
Family Law
2010
Creating a Trial Notebook
Litigation
2009
Divorce Litigation from Start to Finish
Family Law
Publications
2015
National Business Institute Seminar
Advanced Family Law: Navigating Complex Asset Cases
2015
National Business Institute Seminar
Advanced Family Law: Violence in the Home
2012
National Business Institute Seminar
Advanced Family Law: Navigating Complex Asset Cases
2011
National Business Institute Seminar
A Countdown to Trial: A Crash Course in Trial Preparation for Paralegals
2010
National Business Institute Seminar
Creating a Trial Notebook
2009
National Business Institute Seminar
Divorce Litigation from Start to Finish
Languages
English
Activity
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