Michael Brendan McCarthy

Michael Brendan McCarthy

5.0
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 19 years

Family Lawyer at Annapolis, MD
Practice Areas: Family, Guardianship, Wills & Living Wills

116 Cathedral Street, Suite E, Annapolis, MD

About Michael

Biography

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 280-280 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 19 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Trainor, Billman, Bennett, Milko & McCabe, LLP

116 Cathedral Street, Suite E, Annapolis, MD, 21401

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Michael Brendan McCarthy's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | November 15, 2016

Informative

The answer given was specific and informative. More so, very appreciated!

Posted by anonymous | September 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Family Lawyer

I hired Mr. McCarthy for my divorce. He is very clear in explaining all legal issues, documents, ramifications, and best practices. He is incredibly personable, but is also fierce in protecting his client's interests. In a very emotional conflict I am glad I hired him, as he guided me to reasonable s...olutions and ultimately my goal. He is very clear in monetary expenses, and has told me when something is just not worth paying him for, when there are no positive outcomes or benefits. He is concise and thorough in documentation, which again saves time and money, and can make a difficult time over much more quickly.

Posted by Dan | September 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Divorce/Family Attorney

I hired Michael as a result of filing for separation and ultimately divorce. Michael was extremely helpful and thorough throughout the process of planning, negotiating and carrying out the terms of the divorce and ensuring my best interests were managed. He was knowledgeable about the processes and c...lear with direction on the proceedings. I have recommended Michael to friends and would continue to do so in the future.

Posted by Judy | September 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Fantastic attorney - I highlyrecommend

I hired Michael to handle my divorce and subsequent child support case. It was a challenging since my ex-husband was an attorney. My ex-husband used every possible technique to drag the divorce out, not to produce documentsand to challenge a separation agreement that he drafted and both of us signed ...and had notarized. Michael persisted and my divorce was granted in less than a year. When it came time for child support my ex-husband insisted he had no paying job and could not pay the amount owed. Mysteriously a check appeared in Michael's office for the full amount due. Throughout this entire ordeal Michael remained focused and would not allow another attorney to bully me. I felt I was well represented and had the appropriate amount of contact with Michael and time spent on my cases. I was very pleased with the outcomes. I would highly recommend Michael to anyone looking for an attorney. He is bright and will get the job done.

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Family lawyer | Mar 26

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"Michael is a highly skilled, diligent and knowledgeable attorney who is well-known in the legal community for his outstanding professionalism. He was able to obtain satisfactory results even for clients whose cases were incredibly difficult by dedicating his time and effort to achieve the best results. I certainly endorse this lawyer and have no doubt he will be of great help to anyone seeking legal advice or representation within his main areas of practice."

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2016

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2015

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2014

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2013

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Associate, Trainor, Billman, Bennett & Milko, LLP

2006 - 2007

Law Clerk, Circuit Court For Anne Arundel County

Associations

Anne Arundel County Bar Association

Member

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

Education

2006

University of Maryland School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

Suffolk University

MA - Masters

2000

Boston College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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