Fred Allentoff

Fred Allentoff

5.0
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 41 years

Family Lawyer at Owings Mills, MD
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +2 more

90 Painters Mill Road, Suite 230, Owings Mills, MD

About Fred

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 35%

Area includes separation and divorce, property division & distribution, child custody & visitation, child support, post-divorce enforcement, and domestic violence.

41 years

35%
Child Custody 25%

41 years

25%
General Practice 10%

Area includes personal injury, criminal defense, and will preparation.

41 years

10%
Landlord or Tenant 5%

Area includes litigation on behalf of landlords, such as breach of lease, breach of contract, wrongful detainer, and tenant holding over.

29 years

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 41 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1985

Inactive - Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Fred Allentoff

90 Painters Mill Road, Suite 230, Owings Mills, MD, 21117-3611

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Posted by Alex | November 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Best at what he does

I was referred to Mr. Allentoff by a friend of mine and my skepticism was already in place seeing that I had already been to four other lawyers whom had told me that getting an divorce or getting back the home that was mine was out of the question because once I was married it was my spouses home as ...well. After 15 minutes I knew I had to hire this LAWYER. I left his office knowing more about my rights and what the law states and he was willing to stand up to the law and anyone else that would refute the law. He will educate you on what you can do and gives you the tools to make the best decision for your situation. You can't go wrong with this choice.

Posted by Otis | May 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Amended SC Birth Certificate

I would like to extend a grand thank you and applaud the professional manner, expertise, and legal knowledge you employed in helping me to accomplish my objective regarding my amended birth certificate. The manner with which you handled the entire process was exemplary. In lieu of the many hurdles yo...u encountered, you continued with dedication and commitment in handling this case. Once again, thank you much.

Posted by Joanna | March 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Highly Recommend

Fred is an exceptional attorney. I have used Fred twice, for a divorce and for legal paperwork. He is professional with a personal touch that makes you feel protected and guided through difficult times. I have been very pleased with the work Fred has done and the outcomes of my cases.

Posted by John | August 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent job on my behalf

First, I would like to say that I rarely do reviews on social media, but I am motivated in this case. Finding myself facing a divorce, I didn't know who to call. I got a strong recommendation to see Fred. We talked first on the phone and then I came in for an initial consult. I figured if it didn...'t feel right, I could move on to someone else. Fred made me feel comfortable because he gave me his undivided attention during our meeting. He also had lots of questions and took detailed notes. Leaving, I felt I had the right person for the job. That day and all our conversations that followed, he always took time to explain things as clearly as possible. He always told me what I needed to hear, not what I wanted to hear. He also considered my input before moving forward at each step. I also never felt rushed or got the short shrift during any of our phone or in person meetings. Divorce, even in less complicated cases like mine (no kids, etc.), is a multi-step journey. So it is important that you feel that this person is experienced, gives good advice, is attentive to detail, and sees the big picture. Fred was all of that. The other thing is that I never felt that he was running up his billable time. Things take the time they do and he always billed me appropriately. So that also gave me peace of mind. In the end, we got a result that I was happy with and could live with. Fred Allentoff did an excellent job on my behalf! I recommend him without reservation.

Posted by Edward | January 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Energetic, expert, experienced, honest and honorable counsel

I have known Fred Allentoff for more than 10 years and have no hesitation in recommending him for any case he chooses to accept. Fred has represented me and members of my family, successfully and fairly, more than once. In legal situations, having thorough, energetic and expert counsel is the dif...ference between stressful, sleepless nights and calmer preparedness. This is not just a cliche but my first-hand experience. In a real sense, having expert counsel who will explain the law, the risks and the path forward is a service that is beyond mere professional representation. It is more of a partnership, a steady hand and expert guidance in a storm. I would also like to add that Fred has always been fair and honorable in his dealings with me. There has never been an exception to this. If I could reward Fred beyond our agreement and the deep respect I hold for him, I would do so gladly. If you need legal counsel or representation and Fred agrees to represent you, my experience is that you will have the best advocate and peace of mind that your situation will allow. Thank you, Fred.

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Honors

2016

Top Attorneys in Maryland, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2001 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Fred Allentoff

1996 - 2001

Partner, Bierer, Allentoff & Margolis

1987 - 1996

Partner, Bierer, Shar & Allentoff, PA

Associations

2014 - Present

Baltimore County Bar Association, Bench/Bar Committee

At Large Member

2014 - Present

Baltimore County Bar Association, Family Law Committee

Member

2013 - Present

Simon E. Sobeloff Jewish Law Society

Member

2000 - Present

Bar Association of Baltimore County

Member

1990 - Present

Maryland Association for Justice

Contributor

1985 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

1985 - Present

Bar Association of Baltimore City

Member

Education

1984

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD

1977

University of Maryland, College Park

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Trying a Child 'Support Case

Child Support

Languages

English

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