Michael Gordon | Baltimore Estate Lawyer
Michael I Gordon 
Estate, Real Estate, Business, Transactions, Mediation, Litigation, Estate & Trust Creation and Administration (Wills, Powers of Attorney, Advance Medical Directives, Probate, Living Trusts, Irrevocable Trusts)
- Law Office: Wright, Constable & Skeen, L.L.P.
- Baltimore Law Firms
- Law School: University of Baltimore School of Law, J.D. 1959
- Status: In Good Standing
- Licensed: 64 years
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Just this year, I met with a woman who wanted to help animals after her passing but had been told by other attorneys that to do what she wanted would require substantial assets, at least $1M. I showed her a way and we set up a fund through a community foundation that would enable her to leave the legacy she wanted.
How did you build a successful practice?Referrals from happy clients and attorneys in other areas of law.
What should clients look for in a lawyer?Someone who focuses in the area of law in which they need help, experience, accessibility, rapport. (Comfort with the lawyer as a person.)
What information can you provide in a free phone consultation?Information that is accurate, current and useful but not specific to any person's situation. In other words, education but not legal advice. e.g. if someone called and said, "My will has not been updated in 35 years; should I have a review and update?" I would say that this would be prudent as the laws have changed in 30+ years and it is likely their situation has as well. A review and possible update would be a good idea.
What information do you need in a free phone consultation?Clear facts and also who is calling in order to be sure that there is no conflict.
What differentiates you from other lawyers in your community?More experience usually. I have been practicing law, and in the Estates & Trusts area, for over 50 years.
What is the most rewarding aspect of your job?I enjoy personal relationships with people.
What are your other interests in addition to law?Animals, travel, reading.
Experience
| Position | Organization | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Partner | Wright, Constable & Skeen, L.L.P. | Baltimore, MD | Present |
Education
| School | Degree | Major | Graduation |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Baltimore School of Law | J.D. | Law School | 1959 |
| University of Baltimore | Bachelors | Pre Law | 1956 |
Admission
| State / Court | Date |
|---|---|
| Maryland | 1959 |
Associations
- Bar Associations Insurance Trust| Secretary | 1998 - 2017
American Bar Association | Member | 1959 - Present
Baltimore County Bar Association | Member
Maryland State Bar Association | Board of Governors | 2003 - 2004
Bar Association of Baltimore City | Secretary | 2000 - 2001
Honors & Awards
- Super Lawyer Designation - Estates & Trusts | Key Professional Media, Inc. | 2010 - 2018
Presidential Award | Bar Association of Baltimore City | 1995
Paul A. Dorf Memorial ADR Award - 2017
Cases
Representative Matters
· Developed and implemented a plan whereby a Baby Boomer who was heavily in debt but owned a home could continue to live in her home, negotiated pay off all debts and still have assets left to live on. · successfully litigated on behalf of a family in an estate administration dispute against the Personal Representative for alleged mismanagement of funds. · Successfully mediated a dispute as mediator between beneficiaries in an estate and still retained family relationships. · Developed an estate plan which enabled a client of modest means to reach her goal of creating a fund in her will in conjunction with a Community Foundation that would help animals. (She has previously been told by other attorneys that such funds require six figures means. I assisted her in finding a way.) · Successfully represented client as the Personal Representative of parent’s estate in a mediation regarding dispute with sibling contesting the parent’s will based on alleged alienation and mental incapacity of parent.
Publications
- Viewpoints Newsletter | Maryland Authorizes Statutory Pet Trusts | 2009
Michael I. Gordon | Reverse Mortgages - Something to Consider- Carefully | 2009
Viewpoints Newsletter | Caring For Your Pet: An Estate Planner's View | 2008
Office Hours
| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
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| 9:00 am - 5:00 pm | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm |
After Hours & Weekends Available By Appointment With Offices In Both Baltimore & Towson
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MD State Lawyer Additional Information: Section Membership: Section of Estates and Trusts, ADR, Business Law Member Type: Member
Fee: Call today to learn more about my fee structure.
Service Type: Private
Language: English
Update Date: 2014-06-27
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