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Nicholas Bernard Proy

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Avvo Rating8.4
  • Finksburg, MD
  • Licensed for 12 years
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About Nicholas

Since 2009, Mr. Proy has been counseling small businesses on day-to-day operations, representing small business owners at various stages of their business from startup to sale, and advising individuals and families on their estate planning.

Mr. Proy has always embraced the ideals of small business owners because both his father and grandfather have owned their own small businesses. As a small business owner himself, Mr. Proy understands the unique intricacies involved with starting, operating and expanding small businesses.

Practice areas

  1. Business: 40%

    Small business, corporate and contract law

    13 years

  2. Estate planning: 40%

    Wills, trusts and estates

    13 years

  3. Probate: 20%

    Estate administration and probate

    13 years

Languages spoken

English

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Proy Law Firm

PO Box 499
Finksburg, MD, 21048

      Resume

      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      PAActive201105/28/2022
      DCResigned201002/09/2021
      MDActive200903/30/2022
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers367
      Legal guides3
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate Granted
      Maryland Green RegistryState of Maryland2019
      Maryland Green RegistryState of Maryland2018
      Maryland Green RegistryState of Maryland2017
      Maryland Green RegistryState of Maryland2016
      Maryland Green RegistryState of Maryland2015
      Maryland Green RegistryState of Maryland2014
      Maryland Green RegistryState of Maryland2013
      Top Contributor - BusinessAvvo2013
      Maryland Green RegistryState of Maryland2012
      Client's Choice - BusinessAvvo2012
      Maryland Green RegistryState of Maryland2011
      work experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      OwnerProy Law Firm2010 - Present
      Law ClerkBaltimore City Law Department2009 - 2010
      associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember2011 - Present
      Maryland State Bar Association, Estate and Trust Law SectionMember2009 - Present
      Maryland State Bar Association, Solo and Small Firm Practice SectionMember2009 - Present
      American Bar AssociationMember2009 - Present
      Maryland State Bar Association, Solo and Small Firm Practice SectionCouncil Member2011 - 2013
      Maryland State Bar Association, Business Law SectionMember2009 - 2020
      American Bar Association, Law Practice Management SectionMember2009 - 2013
      American Bar Association, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm DivisionMember2009 - 2017
      publications
      Publication nameTitleDate
      Maryland Bar JournalBe Your Own IT Gal or Guy2012
      2600 MagazineRegaining Privacy in a Digital World2009
      education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      University of Maryland School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2009
      Mercyhurst CollegeBA - Bachelor of Arts2006
      speaking engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      Small Business Law for Professional OrganizersSmall Business Law2019
      Knights of Columbus Estate Planning SeminarEstate Planning Basics2019
      Maryland State Bar AssociationBeen There, Done That: Tips No One Gives You When You Start a Solo Practice2016
      Knights of Columbus Estate Planning SeminarEstate Planning Basics2014
      Knights of Columbus Estate Planning SeminarEstate Planning Basics2013
      Maryland State Bar AssociationTechnology Every Solo Needs2011
      Maryland State Bar AssociationTools, Tips and Gadgets for Improving Productivity2010
      legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      State of Maryland v. MichauNot guilty
      State of Maryland v. BriscoeNot guilty
      Bruce v. BruceAbsolute divorce granted
      Briscoe v. McCallOut-of-court settlement

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      Lawyer Lindsey Ann Easterling

      Lindsey Easterling, Estate planning Attorney on Jul 20, 2016
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Nicholas is very professional and excellent at providing his clients with great service. He wholeheartedly advocates for his clients and skillfully helps his clients prepare for their future and protect their assets and loved ones. He is extremely personable and easy to work with, as well, and he will make the process as painless as possible.

      Lawyer Andrew Joseph Edelberg

      Andrew Edelberg, General practice Attorney on Nov 1, 2012
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      Lawyer Lindsey Ann Easterling

      Lindsey Easterling, Estate planning Attorney on Jul 20, 2016
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      Nicholas is very professional and excellent at providing his clients with great service. He wholeheartedly advocates for his clients and skillfully helps his clients prepare for their future and protect their assets and loved ones. He is extremely personable and easy to work with, as well, and he will make the process as painless as possible.

      Lawyer Andrew Joseph Edelberg

      Andrew Edelberg, General practice Attorney on Nov 1, 2012
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      Lawyer Bryce A. Fetter

      Bryce Fetter, General practice Attorney on Oct 24, 2012
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      Lawyer Charles Anthony Rick

      Charles Rick, General practice Attorney on Sep 13, 2012
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      Mr. Proy has provides many great and solid responses to questions posted on Avvo. I endorse this attorney.

      Lawyer Brandy Ann Peeples

      Brandy Peeples, Business Attorney on Aug 28, 2012
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      I endorse this lawyer. I've "run into" Nicholas on AVVO and found his legal answers to be "spot on." As a fellow lawyer in Maryland and outside the Baltimore/Washington DC area, it's important to know and maintain a good network of professionals for various legal issues as they arise. For this reason, I wouldn't hesitate to consult Nicholas on cases, and I would feel comfortable in referring cases to him.

      Lawyer Brian S Wayson

      Brian Wayson, General practice Attorney on Jul 22, 2012
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      I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Proy is an exceptional attorney and has a vast knowledge of the law. He spends countless hours sharing his legal expertise with those who really need it. Anybody who needs assistance with a Business law, Estate Planning or Intellectual Property matter would be well served in consulting with Attorney Proy.

      Lawyer Timothy Sansom Faith

      Timothy Faith, Intellectual property Attorney on Jun 4, 2012
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      I've met Nick through the Maryland State Bar Association. Like me, he is a fellow IT professional that went back to become an attorney. I find Nick personable and capable, and a professional that you can easily approach for help.

      Cost

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      • Hourly Rates $250-$300/hour
      PAYMENT METHODS

      Cash, Check