Sahmra A. Stevenson

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Sahmra A. Stevenson

also known as Sahmra A. Stevenson

4.2
75 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 14 years

Wills and living wills Lawyer at Columbia, MD
Practice Areas: Wills & Living Wills, Trusts, Child Custody ... +2 more

9520 Berger Rd (Suite 212), Columbia, MD

About Sahmra

Biography

Estate Planning, Business Law and Family Law attorney. Transforming the way you receive the legal services you need.

Are you battling for custody or child support? We can help.

Are you facing a divorce or legal separation? I'm happy to be of service.

Are you contemplating estate planning choices? I can come to you!

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Trusts 25%

25%
Wills and Living Wills 25%

14 years

25%
Child Custody 20%

15 years

20%
Business 15%

12 years

15%
Divorce and Separation 15%

15 years

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 325-450 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2024 2023 2022
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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 14 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Location

S.A. Stevenson Law Offices, LLC

9520 Berger Rd (Suite 212), Columbia, MD, 21046

saslawoffices.com/

Online Presence

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Sahmra A. Stevenson's Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Farrah Barber | February 27, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family

Attorney Stevenson is the best representation I could’ve dreamed of!

I highly recommend Attorney Stevenson and her team! She’s extremely understanding & informative. I was very nervous and apprehensive when it came to court however she made sure I was comfortable & well prepared. Every step of the way she was always just a call away. I can confidently say I am extreme...ly satisfied with my results after being represented by Attorney Stevenson in family court

Posted by Jowarren | January 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Outstanding

Mrs. Stevenson was nothing less than amazing. Not only did she get the victory but her support through the entire process was beyond professional. Custody can be a very emotional and stressful situation to navigate and it really helps to have attorney that can understand that and offer reassurance. S...he was always punctual, And 2 steps ahead in her plan of execution. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is seeking counsel

Posted by Richard | September 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

Highly Professional

We hired Sahmra to review and update our wills, health care proxies and make sure we would be prepared for the inevetable. We have a very moderate estate, two children and four grandchildren and our kids were babies when we last addressed this subject. We were impressed with Sahmra's professionalism ...for the outset. The process began with a comprehensive survey looking at our current situation and goals. Once completed Sahmra followed up with a detailed interview. I was impressed with her listening skills and unquestionalble desire to provide us the results we should have. Her work product was complete, organized and personalized for our specicific needs. It's also important to point out that Sahmra is a delight to work with. She is personable, caring, respects her clients needs, wants and confidentiality. I have a legal background, work with attorney's regularly and grew up in a family of lawyers. Sahmra takes client services one step beyond most attorney's and it would be my pleasure to reccomend her to family, friends and business associates who would have a need for her services. She is dedicated, highly intelliegent; I sing her praises loud and clear.

Posted by Audrey | November 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Business

Wonderful experience. Knowledgeable and Reliable!

“Sahmra A. Stevenson provided so much clarity and relief for me and my startup. I utilized her business law service. She provided counsel on the usage of credit, tracking business expenses, and general LLC considerations. I am grateful. As a new business owner, I walked away with a lot of confidence,... knowing I have her in my corner. She is very calm, empathetic and knowledgeable. I am extremely grateful for her service. And, I highly recommend Ms. Stevenson without reservation.”

Posted by anonymous | January 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Child custody, Child Support

I interviewed three lawyers before contacting Shamra Stevenson, Esq. regarding my child custody case. I was looking for the best attorney at a reasonable price and Ms. Stevenson's law firm fit the bill. At a time when my situation seemed bleak and the likelihood of a satisfactory resolution seemed i...mpossible Ms. Stevenson was able to assure me with her calm and empathetic manner. She gave me the assurance that my needs would be fully addressed. She was articulate and provided me with various perspectives on how best to handle my situation. Ms. Stevenson was helpful and responded to all my questions in a timely manner. She was well informed, knowledgeable and provided excellent services and guidance on my child custody case. As a professional she offered excellent services and responded to all my emails, texts, and telephone calls. As my lawyer she made herself accessible to me at all times and made me feel like an important client. I am extremely grateful for the excellent services Shamra Stevenson, Esq. has provided and would highly recommend her services to other prospective clients.

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Sahmra A. Stevenson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Vanessa Dozier

Child custody lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Prior to working with Ms. Stevenson on a very emotional and draining custody matter, I had already heard great things. I must say she did not disappoint. She is extremely passionate and hardworking for her clients. During settlement attempts she had one thing in mind: putting her client first and getting them the best deal possible. Her positivity and hard work makes her a very valuable asset to our legal community."

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Andrew Sachs

Unknown lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the estate planning and family law community who truly cares about her clients."

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Gary Anderson

Child custody lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sahmra April Stevenson-Smith is prompt, thorough, and dedicated to her clients. I would recommend her services to anyone looking for representation in a child custody law matter."

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Kevin McKie

Child custody lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Sahmra April Stevenson-Smith has an exceptional reputation and is a credit to the legal community. If you have a child custody law problem, she is your answer. If her office is anywhere near you, I recommend her to you."

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Gratia Schoemakers

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nicole Newman

Wills and living wills lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Yahima Suarez

Wills and living wills lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alexandra Varela

Wills and living wills lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Marianne Ludlow

Wills and living wills lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brittany Lastition

Wills and living wills lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Varvara Gokea

Wills and living wills lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Benjamin Diederich

Wills and living wills lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Leila Levi

Child custody lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Sahmra is an experienced, compassionate attorney who advocates for her clients zealously."

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Judith del Cuadro-Zimmerman

Child custody lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sahmra is a smart and driven attorney. She strives to help clients in the worst of circumstances."

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Andrea Solan

Child custody lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Cleveland Patterson

Child custody lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Sahmra Stevenson-Smith is a great attorney that definitely has her client's best interests at heart. In working with Sahmra on several projects outside the practice of law, I have come to know her as a hard worker and a goal oriented person. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer that knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of her clients."

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Vanessa Dozier

Family lawyer

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Gary Anderson

Personal injury lawyer

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Marianne Ludlow

Estate planning lawyer

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Yahima Suarez

Unknown lawyer

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Nicole Newman

Unknown lawyer

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Benjamin Diederich

Estate planning lawyer

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Maureen Pritchard

Estate planning lawyer

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Varvara Gokea

Estate planning lawyer

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Alexandra Varela

Estate planning lawyer

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Keisha Garner

Corporate and incorporation lawyer

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Darlene Powell

Family lawyer

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Andrea Solan

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Melody Tagliaferri-Cronin Distinguished Service Award, Maryland State Bar Association

2013

Rising Star Award, Maryland State Bar Association

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Associate Attorney, Robert A. Ades & Associates, PC

2011 - Present

Managing Partner, S.A. Stevenson Law Offices, LLC

2010 - 2011

Judicial Law Clerk, Judge David W. Young, Baltimore City Circuit Court

2009 - 2010

Law Fellow, NAACP Office of the General Counsel

2009 - 2010

Student Attorney, Anne Arundel County State's Attorney's Office

2008 - 2008

Judicial Extern, District of Columbia Superior Court House

2008 - 2009

Judicial Extern, United States District Court for the District of Columbia

2005 - 2007

Litigation Technology Analyst, Wilmerhale

Associations

2017 - Present

American Bar Association, Litigation Section Family Law Committee, Chair Social Media

Fellow

2017 - Present

American Bar Association, Diversity Committee

Fellow

2017 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section, Mentorship Committee

Chair

2014 - Present

Maryland Bar Foundation

Fellow

2014 - Present

American Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

Diversity Fellow

2014 - Present

American Bar Association, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm Division

Young Lawyer Fellow

2014 - Present

American Bar Association General Practice, Solo and Small Firm Young Lawyers Committee

Committee Member

2012 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association, Alternative Dispute Resolution Section

Media & Communications Chair

2011 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section

Technology Chair

2015 - 2017

American Bar Association, Business Law Section

Fellow

2013 - 2014

Maryland State Bar association Leadership Academy

Fellow

2013 - 2014

American Bar Association, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm Division

Fellow

2013 - 2014

American Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

Fellow

Education

2010

American University, Washington College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

Tufts University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Hanging Out A Shingle

How To Get And Retain Clients

Publications

2013

The Affiliate (ABA Young Lawyers Division) Diversity Dialogue: A Focus on Mentoring

2013

The Affiliate (ABA Young Lawyers Division) Taking on Debby: A Quick and Efficient Response from the DLS Team, the Importance of Training,

2012

The Affiliate (ABA Young Lawyers Division) National Outstanding Young Lawyer Award

2012

The Affiliate (ABA Young Lawyers Division) A Lawyer on Every Smartphone

Languages

Spanish

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