Stephen C Thienel

Stephen C Thienel

also known as Steve Thienel

4.9
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 27 years

Business Lawyer at Columbia, MD
Practice Areas: Business, Estate Planning, Tax

5457 Twin Knolls Road, Suite 300, Columbia, MD

About Stephen

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Business 60%

I have decades of experience dealing with complex business matters and can help you get back to running your business, knowing you are getting the best possible legal advice. My areas of focus include: -Entity Formation -Contract -Exit Strategies

28 years | 400 cases

60%
Estate Planning 20%

I have decades of experience assisting my clients with: Wills and Trusts Probate Guardianships Powers of Attorney

28 years | 200 cases

20%
Tax 20%

Among the few certainties in life are: death and taxes. My practice is focused on helping you avoid overpaying for taxes, both before and after death. I have decades of experience tackling a broad range of tax issues.

28 years | 100 cases

20%

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 10 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2016

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 25 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2000

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 27 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Thienel Law, LLC

5457 Twin Knolls Road, Suite 300, Columbia, MD, 21045

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Stephen C Thienel's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by Carol | November 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Very Pleased

Settling an Estate is complicated under normal conditions, but my mother's Estate was settled under COVID constraints. Steve helped me every step of the way particularly with the IRS. My family is very grateful that the Estate is settled and that is was done at a reasonable price.

Posted by Mark | October 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Professional advice and education

I contacted Steve initially for assistance in preparing a will for my wife and I . Steve explained that we needed more than just a will and why. This led to a full set of needed documents including Health Proxy’s,Power of Attorney and wills for each of us . The service Steve provided was educational ...and a great comfort in knowing our estate was professionally set for our remaining years. When my wife passed away , Steve guided my sons and I in setting up a revocable trust to give me latitude in designating my final wishes upon my passing.I am very pleased with the work Steve has performed for me and the family and his patience in assisting us in arriving at the best solutions for our needs.

Posted by Sally | February 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney

The Best!!!

Steve became my attorney several years ago and every, I mean every experience with him has been outstanding. Steve listens carefully to the issue and always recommends a sound and sensible approach to the situation. Once we agree upon a path forward I never, EVER, worry that Steve will not follow th...rough and complete the job. Steve is always thorough, detail oriented, knowledgeable and provides the best customer service ever. He is always there when I need him. Thanks Steve - you are the best!

Posted by Lester | June 21, 2013 | Wills & Living Wills

Great Attorney

Mr Thienel provided very good guidance for me when doing a fairly complicated will and health care document. He worked quickly and efficiently, was very accurate in his work, and provided extremely helpful guidance. His fees were reasonable and he made himself available when I asked. I highly r...ecommend him.

Posted by Ted | June 06, 2013 | Corporate & Incorporation

President

Steve is very good and attentive. We have worked together on corporate, personal, litigation and other matters. He is good at breaking things down to there essence and simplifying complex issues. He is great to work with and timely responds when needs arise. I would unconditionally recommend him.

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Peter Hatfield

Unknown lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Friend

"Steve is an accomplished attorney in his field. I value his advice professionally and my family has relied on his work. I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer."

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Kirk Halpin

General practice lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have referred business matters where there is a conflict to Stephen and he has done an excellent job of representing my clients with regard to general business matters."

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Honors

2018

Member, Virginia State Bar

2018

Member, U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia

2018

Member, United States Supreme Court Bar

2018

Member, District of Columbia Bar

2018

Member, U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland

2018

Member, Maryland State Bar Association

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Managing Member, Thienel Law, LLC

2016 - 2017

Managing Member, Thienel & Lusk, LLC

1998 - 2015

Managing Partner, Thienel Law Firm, LLC

1992 - 2001

Adjunct Professor, Johns Hopkins University

1979 - 2004

Regional Vice President, CSX Corporation

Associations

2016 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Member

2013 - Present

U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia

Member

2005 - Present

United States Supreme Court Bar

Member

2000 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

1999 - Present

U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland

Member

1998 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

Education

2004

University of Baltimore School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws

1998

University of Maryland School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

MA - Masters

1975

Washington and Lee University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Vistage Conference

Understanding Qualified vs. Non-Qualified Incentive Compensation Plans

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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