Gordana Schifanelli

Gordana Schifanelli

also known as SCHIFANELLI LAW,LLP

4.9
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 11 years

Family Lawyer at Annapolis, MD
Practice Areas: Family, Education, Securities & Investment Fraud

2450 Riva Road, Annapolis, MD

About Gordana

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 50%

Family law- divorce, property division and custody

50%
Education 30%

General Counsel for Somerset County Board of Education, Maryland

30%
Securities and Investment Fraud 20%

Investment and FINRA related matters

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 11 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 11 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Location

SCHIFANELLI LAW, LLP

2450 Riva Road, Annapolis, MD, 21401

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Gordana Schifanelli's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

60 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 18 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | November 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Education

Best Attorney Ever

Extremely dedicated. We hired Mrs. Schiffanelli as our school board attorney and this was the best decision that we have ever made. She took over a bunch of grievances that was overwhelming in number. We must of had over 20 cases. She handled each one and never lost any of the cases. She got the best... results that could have been expected. She is brilliant, straight forward, and provides perspective most don’t see. Now our school system is running smoothly and it all has to be credited to her.

Gordana Schifanelli

Replied last January 16, 2026

Thank you so much!!

Posted by Darren & Theresa | July 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Education

Excellent Education Attorney

Gordana Shifanelli instantly resolved a matter of public education that went through several prior attorneys and a ton of wasted money. We are grateful of the quality of service and expertise as Mrs. Schifanelli cuts to the chase and gets things done. We highly recommend!

Posted by anonymous | January 02, 2025 | Elder Law

Elder Law expert

My wife and I called Gordana seeking counsel regarding a situation of elder abuse of her elderly mother who is being abused by a family member. Currently the mother was taken out of her home to a safe place out of state by a sibling. Gordana advised contacting an elder care attorney in that state. A...nd sent her a list to see. She informed us of the best option for her and who to contact for the next step. Highly recommend her and trust her judgment and advice. Additionally she has a background in the investment advisory business so she knows what she is talking about when it comes to investing and finances

Posted by Kishea | December 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Phenomenal Representation

When I first spoke with Atty Schifanelli, I knew she was the one to handle my case. She was straightforward no beating around the brush about anything. Her experience and expertise spoke volumes in my case, to let it be known I was not fooling around with a frivolous case brought against me. I can't... thank her enough. She the go to attorney.

Posted by Ashley | September 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Sole Legal and Physical Custody Case

A few months ago I hired Gordana to represent me in a custody case and I could not be more pleased with her, her service, and the outcome of my case. Gordana is incredibly knowledgeable and I felt extremely supported by her throughout the duration of my case. She made it personal and I could tell tha...t she truly cares about my family and me. We had to deal with many twists and turns throughout the case and Gordana not only knew how to handle every situation, but how to explain it to me as well. It seemed like she was better prepared and faster to respond than the opposing counsel and that was very reassuring given the importance of my case. In the end, Gordana helped me legally secure everything I wanted - sole legal and physical custody of my daughter. Even better than the legal outcome, she has given me the much needed peace of mind that the conflict is over. I would recommend Gordana to anyone going through a similar situation, she is truly the best!

Gordana Schifanelli

Replied last September 20, 2024

Thank you so much for taking the time to write this review. I do care about my clients and their families and I am so happy for your outcome.

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Gordana Schifanelli's Lawyer Endorsements

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Iryna Avrine

Immigration lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ross Russell

Unknown lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Schifanelli has demonstrated an impressive breadth and depth of knowledge in a variety of areas of law. She is a true asset to her clients, and is highly respected within the legal community. I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Harris

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Gordona is my go-to estate planning attorney in Maryland."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Other

"Great representation. I endorse this lawyer."

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Nicole Whitaker

Family lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Ms. Schifanelli. She demonstrates an impressive knowledge of the law based on her accurate legal answers on Avvo. She is an asset to the legal field and respected by colleagues."

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Lawrence Behrmann

Child support lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Svetlana Kaff

Immigration lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Gordana Schifanelli for her keen understanding of immigration law."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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John Phillips

Unknown lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"The time a lawyer spends giving back through sites like this show passion for the law and compassion for people. Kudos to you for helping others with sage advice."

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Thomas Mallon

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Mark Oxford

Immigration lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Gordana Schifanelli. She is a bilingual lawyer, which is a great asset to our clients and the legal community."

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Michael Birchmore

Family lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Schifanelli is a thorough and skilled advocate for her clients. I highly recommend her."

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C. Abbott

Immigration lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Schifanelli shows through her advocacy a true desire to assist her clients. Gordana is a true professional."

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Tracy Berry

Family lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer in Immigration, Estate Planning, and Family Law (Divorce/Separation, Custody, Child Support, Alimony, Property division)"

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2008

Top Advisor, Reuters

Work Experience

2011 - Present

CEO/President, All source Wealth Management, LLC

2004 - Present

Managing Partner, SCHIFANELLI & ASSOCIATES, LLC

2009 - 2011

Investment Advisor, Wells Fargo, N.A.

1999 - 2009

Financial Advisor, Merrill Lynch & Co.

Associations

2014 - Present

New Jersey Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Maryland Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2013 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association, Membership Committee

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

SCHIFANELLI v. Wells Fargo Advisors

Settled

SCHIFANELLI v. Merrill Lynch &Co.

Settled

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Education

2013

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

University of Belgrade

MA - Masters

1994

University of Belgrade

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Firefighters Survivors Conference

Managing your Estate

Publications

2024

Numerous natural law issues Schifnet web site blog

Languages

Serbo-Croatian

Russian

Bosnian

English

Activity

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