Paul Cipriano Balassa

Paul Cipriano Balassa

5.0
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 17 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Crofton, MD
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Contracts & Agreements, Litigation

2138 Priest Bridge Ct Ste 1, Crofton, MD

About Paul

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 16 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2010

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 17 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of Paul C. Balas

2138 Priest Bridge Ct Ste 1, Crofton, MD, 21114-2463

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Paul Cipriano Balassa's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

5 star (18)
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Posted by anonymous | July 11, 2022 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Excellent Attorney

I highly recommend Paul Balassa for your legal needs. He is highly knowledgeable and takes his time to explore all options to ensure he provides the best solution to your situation. I am very pleased with the services I received from him and intend to be a repeat client. He's is definitely the bes...t of the best.

Posted by anonymous | April 6, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Outstanding Attorney

I was referred to Attorney Balassa by the agency I work at and I am so glad of that. Attorney Balassa provided outstanding service to me in my case. He was very professional, knowledgeable, honest, and always available to assist me with any questions I had at anytime. He put a lot of work in to my c...ase and went the extra mile and was willing to fight for me if need be. When we went to court, he had all documentation and evidence prepared and ready. My case was dismissed. I would definitely recommend him to other individuals and would use him again if I ever need to. Thank you again Attorney Balassa!!!

Posted by Will | March 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Lawyer

I've worked with numerous lawyers, and have been working with Paul Balassa for about two months now. I am thoroughly impressed by his candid sincerity and ability to service his clients. I am grateful to have met him, and look forward to continuing a long term relationship with him.

Posted by Robert | September 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Paul C Balassa

I've had several lawyers to deal with my divorce since 1999,and by far Mr. Balassa has been the most dedicated,caring and trustworthy attorney I've dealt with.He has kept me abreast of all matters that have arisen since he took my case on and has guided me in all aspects of the processes that were fo...rthcoming.He's always available for questions I have,and that includes off hours,weekends and holidays.I'm very pleased with his representation and the results he has produced.I have complete faith and trust in him to the point where I will have him represent me in another matter I need to have addressed.He has gone above and beyond my expectations and I am ultimately pleased with his expertise in his field.I can make these assertions because , as I stated, I've had three other attorneys and can speak on who is and is not qualified to be in that position.I would strongly recommend him in the future to anyone that asks me for a good attorney.It has been a pleasure working with him and I'll continue to use him whenever necessary.He should be very proud of the job he performes and the kind of person he is.There is NO better !

Posted by Steve | March 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Paul Balassa: Excellent attorney, goes the extra mile

I live out of state, and I needed to find and trust an attorney without being able to meet in person. Paul was that lawyer. I am a completely satisfied client. Paul did exactly what he said he would do and on time. He was confident in his abilities to handle my case throughout and was pleasant and... earnest in his efforts. He would respond to my communications quickly, sometimes in the evenings, sometimes within the hour! He took the initiative to do some background research on my case before I had even hired him, and it was very valuable information. That effort showed me his true intentions. He also let me know of potential risks of my case and what to expect from the court. He represented me there exceedingly well, and the judge agreed with his presentation. I have no reservations recommending his services as an attorney.

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Paul Cipriano Balassa's Lawyer Endorsements

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Allan Hillman

Commercial real estate lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer.Paul is an outstanding young man, a careful, intelligent and efficient lawyer, an imaginative advocate,and a pleasure to work with. He is a particularly honorable man and I endorse him unreservedly."

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James Driggs

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Paul and I worked together on a landlord/tenant issue which was heavily dependent on Maryland code interpretation and contract enforcement. Paul was "switched on" from the very beginning. As soon as he agreed to take the case, I received almost daily phone calls, not just emails but actual phone calls, from Paul himself regarding the progress he had made on the case. Never once did I feel in the dark and I was certain that Paul understood the facts at issue, the case law, and the applicable statutes. His preparation paid off in court as he confidently articulated our position and why the court should ultimately side with our purpose. I happily endorse Paul Balassa in any area of law he chooses to practice. From my experience, his clients are lucky to have him on their side."

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Jeffrey Frost

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is smart and handles clients the way every good attorney should. He knows his limitations and does an excellent job writing pleadings and briefs and arguments to the court. He is well respected by hiss peers and his client's return to him for repeat work on different matters. I have been practicing law for 44 years and I wish I handled cases and clients the way Paul does when I was younger. He is a "go-getter" keeps his client informed and knows his stuff and his limitations. If I needed an attorney or co-counsel I would choose Paul without any question or reservations."

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Wes Henderson

Litigation lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Olmsted

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Without reservation, I strongly endorse Paul Balassa as a lawyer. Mr. Balassa provided me with invaluable assistance, insight and detailed knowledge of Maryland law that served as a primary factor in the positive result for our client. When legal issues and matters arise in Maryland, my first call is always to Paul Balassa."

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Janel Southerland

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Paul is an outstanding attorney. Resourceful, thoughtful, and knowledgeable of the law. I highly recommend him to handle your legal matters."

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Amber Litchfield

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Wes Henderson

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2014

2014 Top Contributor, Avvo

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Managing Member, The Law Office of Paul C. Balassa, LLC

2008 - 2009

Special Counsel, ATL International, Inc.

2008 - 2009

Staff Attorney, Tech USA, LLC

2006 - 2008

Rule 16 Student Attorney - Community Development Clinic, Universtiy of Baltimore

2004 - 2008

Law Clerk, Tech Usa, Inc.

Associations

2010 - 2012

National Association of Shrink Wrapping Professionals

Counsel

2009 - 2013

Fishburne Military School Board of Visitors

Founding Member

2008 - 2014

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

2008 - 2014

Bar Association of Baltimore City

Member

2008 - 2014

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Colabucci et al. v. Cassidy et al.

3-day Jury trial - Gave clients their day in court

Dissolution of Business Partnership

Favorable without litigation

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Education

2008

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

Virginia Military Institute

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Nuts and Bolts of Consumer Bankruptcy: Fundamentals of Chapter 7

Participant - Bankruptcy Seminar

2014

Maryland Civics and Law Academy: The Law and You

Law and Justice

2012

Representing Non-Profit Organizations

Participant - Non-Profit Seminar

2008

Cutting Edge Negotiation Strategies for Lawyers

Participant - Negotiation Seminar

Languages

English

Activity

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