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 - 5 of 9 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by John | March 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A steady hand through a difficult process

Mr Gast stood with me through a particularly tough transition in my personal life. He was responsive with communications and guided me through both civil and criminal proceedings. At a time when everything felt stacked against me Mr Gast was steadfast and reliable. The divorce process lasted a ridic...ulously long time but Mr Gast was there throughout and I am now happily on the other side in large part thanks to his representation.

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 Michael | May 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Custody

I hire Michael gast for my custody battler he was an a amzing lawyer straight forward an to the point and helped me with everything i needed or didnt understand would high recommend him! Very nice guy and was willing to talk at anytime you needed him or needed his help!

Posted by Pollykate | September 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

He fought for me and my family and we won!

Mr. Gast helped me get what I wanted and more in a very difficult divorce. I was very worried and scared going through a divorce trial. However, Mr. Gast excels in the courtroom and I knew he was working hard for me and my family. He prepared me for what would happen in a trial and I felt at compl...ete ease even being cross examined. Mr. Gast knew what evidence he needed from me and used it wisely in the trial. Mr. Gast has been a lawyer for a long time, so I trusted his judgment and everything turned out even better than I expected. He has a lot of experience working with judges and knows how to best present your case. Even with difficult witnesses Mr. Gast was able to get the key issues brought out, and I knew great preparation had gone into being ready for those moments. Throughout the trial I always felt that I had a great warrior on my side. On a lighter note, Mr. Gast is a great storyteller and can help take your mind off the trial. He helps you relax just by telling you stories that put your mind at ease. You can laugh with him and trust his judgment. I highly recommend Mr. Gast representing you if you’re going through a divorce, especially one going to trial.

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.

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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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