Michael Wilbur Gast

Michael Wilbur Gast

4.7
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 32 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Frederick, MD
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody, Child Support

328-A west patrick street, Frederick, MD

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 20 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Oregon for 32 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 1993

Suspended - Non-Disciplinary

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Michael Gast

328-A west patrick street, Frederick, MD, 21701

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Michael Wilbur Gast's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Jessica | December 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Knowledgeable, Affordable, and Caring

I have hired Mike as my attorney 3 times. First for a divorce/custody case when I was in my early 20's. Once for a Custody case while in my early 30's. And this last case that just finalized for a divorce from an all but 17 year marriage. The most recent one lasted almost 2 years, because the court s...ystem is still so far behind on cases. My now ex decided to bring his "girlfriend" into our home, with me and our children there. Mike was very professional, empathetic, and aggressive when needed. Each time I hired him, he explained everything, all of the possibilities of outcomes, what I should do to keep my kids and myself safe and protected. I am disabled and currently fighting for disability, my ex was claiming that I wasn't disabled because he didn't want to pay me alimony. Mike got me in contact with James Sullivan, a Vocational expert to speak with my Doctors and be a expert witness. Doing that got me alimony, and saved me thousands of dollars because I didn't have to hire one of my doctors as a expert witness which is crazy expensive. Without Mike and his Knowledge of the laws, I don't know what I would of done. I highly recommend Mike Gast to anyone looking for a great, affordable, easy to work with attorney.

Posted by Shatisha | November 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Smooth Divorce

A year and some change ago, I came across the profile of Mr. Gast doing a search on trying to get a divorce in the state of Maryland. I didn’t know what I was doing, I didn’t know why this was happening in my life but I knew that I needed to move forward with my life without my husband and I knew tha...t I needed someone to help me navigate this process. My now ex-husband while not a bad guy just a very entitled guy thought that he could intimidate me in to giving him everything he wanted because we were married after he was the one having an affair for almost a year and the woman he was having it with tried to literally take my life. When I arrived at Mr. Gast office, with a walker after being injured, lonely, and so unsure of my fate I didn’t know then what I know now and that was he was going to take care of me and be my voice. After hearing what I believe was a familiar story to him but was a first for me he treated me with respect and humility. He asked the right questions, in the right way, he gave clear directions and instructions of what he needed from me and what I needed to do, he explained every possible outcome and gave me suggestions for each one and then advised how I should proceed. I left his office informed and confident that I was making the right decision putting my divorce in hands. A year and some change later, after what was the worst time in my life it is now the best time in my life. Mr. Gast did everything he said he was going to do, he communicated with me every step of the way up until the very end. I was able to get a divorce without all the ugliness and I know it was only because of the things Mr. Gast advised along the way. I would recommend him to anyone that asked and would share my story as one of a success. Thank you again Mr. Gast for amazing service and giving me peace.

Posted by Brent Bennett | September 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Effective and a great advocate

Michael was an effective attorney who understands the negotiation process and provided great assistance to me in a recent case. Michael speaks in plain language and I see that as a great asset given the complexity of the legal process. I would absolutely hire Michael again if I need legal counsel.

Posted by anonymous | March 18, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

client in process of divorce/ separation

I am in the process of a divorce and have had no problems with Michael. He didn't charge me a lot for my simple divorce. I would recommend Michael he is down to earth and will answer any questions or concerns you may have.

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Steven Campen

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mike Gast and I met on opposite sides of a civil assault case in which Mike represented the Plaintiff and I was on the defense side. It was an interesting, but sad, case in that two soccer coaches got into a fist fight in front of their own kids. Throughout the litigation, and despite the animosity between our clients, Mike maintained the highest standard of professionalism. Combined with tireless dedication to the cause and effective advocacy, Mike prevailed at trial and procured a significant verdict for his client. Mike practices largely in the areas of divorce and domestic law at this time and I have no doubt he is one of the best in that arena, as well."

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Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2005 - 2013

Attorney, Law Office of Stephen A. Glessner

2003 - 2005

Law Clerk, Law Office of Joseph Miklasz

Education

1992

University of Baltimore School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

University of Baltimore

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Russian

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