Shawn W. Carter

Shawn W. Carter

5.0
Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 27 years

Real estate Lawyer at Baltimore, MD
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Estate Planning

807 N Calvert St Ste 2, Baltimore, MD

About Shawn

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Real Estate 35%

Broker, purchase, sale, transfer, mortgage and other matters involving real estate.

35%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 25%

Stops debt collection with the benefit the automatic stay, if applicable and, with regular income, allows you to restructure some of your debt payments into an affordable monthly payment over 3-5 years possibly ending in discharge of most debts.

25%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 25%

Stops debt collection with the benefit the automatic stay, if applicable. A trustee is appointed to take control of your non-exempt property to be sold or turned into money to pay your creditors possibly ending in discharge of most debts

25%
Estate Planning 15%

Planning and preparation of documents including deeds, wills, financial and health related powers of attorney and advance directives and estate administration.

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 27 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1998

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Location

Law Office of Shawn W. Carter

807 N Calvert St Ste 2, Baltimore, MD, 21202-3783

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Shawn W. Carter's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

5 star (4)
4 star (0)
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Posted by Tyra | March 4, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

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

Bankruptcy

Very factual information shared during the consultation. Resourceful lawyer and willing to provide timely services.

Posted by Andriea | January 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very Supportive and Understanding

Mr. Carter was excellent from the first phone call of inquiry to the very last email. I recommend him for all of your Bankruptcy needs. He was willing to explain the process in detail. He answered all my questions in a timely manner. Every inquiry was responded to within a 24hr period. The process wa...s very smooth and he was there all the way. I was never treated like a number but more like a cherished client. Mr. Carter is a man of great talent, patience and understanding. He will take care of you better than most lawyers in Baltimore City. I interviewed alot of them before I selected Mr. Carter. They all wanted money and didn't have much time, but Mr. Carter wanted to help me and he understood where I was in my life. You will not be disappointed I promise you that.

Posted by Karen | June 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

EXcellent Attorney

Attorney Carter was presented with a unique case because of my son's medical condition. He was compassionate, patient and understanding; explaining every page and form for my son's Chapter 7 Bankruptcy case. A very knowledgeable attorney. YOU WILL NOT GO WRONG HAVING SHAWN CARTER AS YOU ATTORNEY.

Posted by Towanda | June 4, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The Best Attorney Ever!!!

Shawn Carter assisted me with filing Bankruptcy. This was a very scary, difficult, and emotional time for me. Shawn was very patient, professional and knowledgeable. He educated me on my rights and options. Shawn made me feel as if I was his only client. He answered every call, even if he was in cour...t, to answer my question, and would assure me a call back to follow up. Shawn Carter is the BEST!! He is also very personable. Not only is he my Attorney, he is now also a friend. He will call just to see how me and my family are doing. It gets no better than that. I recommend Shawn to all that I may come in contact with who may benefit from his stellar 5 star services.

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Rue Stewart

Real estate lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Shawn Carter as an excellent attorney without reservation. I have worked with Shawn in the past on many matters and I know he is very meticulous in making sure he gets the best possible outcome for his client. He has many years of experience and shares his knowledge with other attorneys."

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Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Broker, Carter Realty, LLC

1999 - Present

Owner, S.W. Carter, LLC

Associations

1998 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association (Consumer Bankruptcy, Real Property, Estates & Trusts Sections)

Member

Education

1996

University of Maryland School of Law

Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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