About Maria

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Practice Areas

Developing estate plans for clients that are creative, comprehensive, and fully carry out the clients' wishes. Discuss legal issues and options with clients, including provate avoidance techniques, designating beneficiaries, gifting options, and titling of assets. Prepare Wills, Living Trusts, General Durable (Financial) Powers of Attorney, Health Care Powers of Attorney, Living Wills, and Appointment of Representative for Funeral and Burial Arrangements forms for clients.

28 years

30%

Probate 30%

Provide personal attention and professional services that guide clients through the probate and estate administration process. Provide the following services: probating the Will, dealing with the deceased's creditors, helping clients navigate the probate court process, preparing and filing probate court documents (including inventories and accounts), making sure that the necessary tax returns are prepared, and making sure the deceased's probate and non-probate assets are distributed properly.

28 years

30%

Adoption 15%

Specializing in adoption, assisted reproductive technology, and shared custody rights for gay and lesbian families; counseling non-traditional couples and LGBTQ individuals and families; creating estate plans that meets each client's needs.

28 years

15%

Trusts 15%

Prepare Living Trusts specific to each client's needs and goals and assist clients with funding their Trusts.

28 years

15%

Elder Law 10%

Help clients identify and address issues facing aging adults, such as: Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Guardianships, Living Wills, asset protection, gifting options, probate and estate administration, access to medical care, and long-term planning issues, including home health care, nursing home care, hospice and respite care. Treat clients with dignity and respect.

28 years

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 28 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1997

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The Shinn Law Firm, LLC

12511 Madison Avenue, Cleveland, OH, 44107-5004

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Maria L. Shinn's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

108 Client Reviews

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Posted by Gay | March 06, 2026 | Hired Attorney

A five star plus attorney

Maria is extremely knowledgeable and was so helpful to me with estate planning. She is so professional , easy to talk to, and made me feel totally comfortable in our meetings. She promptly responded to any questions or issues that I had.

Posted by Pam | July 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Excellent experience

I needed an attorney to draw up various end-of-life documents, and I wanted someone pleasant and competent. I'm so glad I found Maria Shinn! Her office has a relaxed, welcoming vibe and she came to every meeting completely prepared. Her office staff was communicative and the whole process went smoo...thly and pleasantly. She made me aware of documents I didn't know about, and she explained everything as we went along. I'd recommend her without reservation!

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Posted by ROB | July 01, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Great experience!

We had wills and other estate documents drawn up with Maria. She is very knowledgeable was patient ,understanding and put us at ease throughout the process. Maria and her team was responsive in a timely manner with all of our questions or concerns. I would highly recommend the Shinn law firm for est...ate planning.

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Posted by Tim | November 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Wonderful estate planning experience

Maria and her team were incredibly patient and helpful in the process of estate planning. We wanted to be sure our children would be cared for in the event of any catastrophes in our lives. In addition to helping ease these concerns, Maria also helped by entertaining our children and keeping them occ...upied while we went through the process of creating and signing our estate plan. She is the perfect lawyer for a family looking for piece of mind.

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Posted by Kathleen G. | February 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Excellent Attorney, highly recommend

Attorney Shinn and her team did a terrific job handling our wills, POAs, and deed. She managed my father's affairs after he passed and our family was so grateful for her thoroughness, honesty and guidance. We were so impressed that now my mom, sister and brother-in-law are now clients as well. She ha...s given us peace of mind! Highly recommend.

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