Top Annapolis, Maryland Business Lawyers - Client Reviews & Ratings

Below Average

24,99

Geri Lyons Chase

2007 Tidewater Colony Dr Ste 2 B, Annapolis, MD

Business Real Estate +1

4.2/5

4.2

5 Reviews

12 Jun, 2023 by Heidi tracey

Website phone number links to a different business. Could not reach by phone.

26 Jun, 2021 by Hill hounds

13 Apr, 2021 by Kenny kenmore

Exceptional Service..

Daniel Alan Staeven, experienced Business, Foreclosure attorney in Annapolis, MD with 8 reviews

Below Average

24,19

Daniel Alan Staeven

100 Severn Avenue, Suite 101, Annapolis, MD

Business Foreclosure Real Estate +2

4.0/5

4.0

8 Reviews

13 Jun, 2018 by Erik

I hired Dan to help through a rough time. Even after my case was closed, I called Dan for some additional guidance and he helped me again over the phone. Great guy!

10 Aug, 2017 by Anonymous

I made an appointment with this firm by telephone. The day of my appointment the lawyer called me and was extremely confrontational and rude. Apparently there was a miscommunication with his secretary about our appointment, and instead of calling in a calm manner to discuss the issue he called and yelled and told me he was not able to help us as his time was billed at $375 an hour and we were wasting his time by not calling his secretary back or saying why we were coming in. All this had already happened, and I was completely taken aback. Maybe time for a secretary and lawyer to have a communications class!. I would not recommend this firm, as a business owner myself, the worst customer service ever received and not a way to start a relationship with prospective clients. Quite happy I learned this so early on as I prefer people with a positive and professional outlook.

10 Mar, 2017 by Tommy

I truly believe God led me to Dan. I needed some guidance and direction on bankruptcy and Dan made me feel at ease and comfortable. His reassuring support and compassion was encouraging. Therefore, my wife and I will be securing his councel to guide us back to financial stability. I will be recommending him to my colleagues and Christian friends.

Jonathan Paul Kagan, experienced Business, Litigation attorney in Annapolis, MD with 9 reviews

Below Average

19,90

Jonathan Paul Kagan

238 West Street, Annapolis, MD

Business Litigation +1

3.8/5

3.8

9 Reviews

11 Aug, 2024 by Matthew persons

We worked with Shannon Hayden and I would strongly recommend her to my family and friends. She was attentive to deadlines she provided sage advice to keep our case on track. She delivered a win. I highly recommend this firm and specifically Shannon.

25 Jul, 2023 by Helene emsellem

Jonathan Kagan did an excellent job handling reorganization of our LLC. Everything was explained clearly and completed in a very timely manner. Mr Kagan and his associate, Meagan Bogerson also recently helped me with the set up of a new business entity. They made a complex process easy for me to follow and got it all done accurately and expeditiously. I has been a pleasure to work with them.

29 Mar, 2023 by Paris smith

Unfortunately, I had a horrible experience with Shannon Hayden an associate of this firm, that I will NEVER forget. This attorney was given the opportunity to represent my fathers probated estate in litigation where an unknown heir returned 18 years after his death, notice to unknown heirs, creditors and notice of appointment. During the pre-trial conference Shannon insisted that she contact the opposing party to log into zoom as the Judge grew impatient with their extreme tardiness. (Although she was told by one of the defendants that their intentions was not to show up). The mediator Judge was minutes away from making a decision/ruling. However, Shannon called the defendants and warned them of their time and assisted the defendants to login to the conference. In addition to explaining to the Judge a law pertaining to my case when an "unknown heir" isn't found during the probate process of an Estate. I informed Shannon, of my unhappiness with her representation and received a phone call at 1am leading into the next morning. (I didn't answer) I was then informed the following Monday, the need to withdraw as my counsel and I agreed. During the Estate trial litigation, Shannon request to withdraw from the case and went into a breakout room with a different Judge presiding over the case for at least 15 minutes. (unknown conversation) The trial ended in an unfavorable ruling and my father's estate was fumbled, the appeal was denied and now in the hands of a complete stranger. From my understanding a lawyer is to provide competent representation to their client and provide skillful representation to their CLIENT. Unfortunately, this did not occur. My new counsel tried calling Shannon several times for information on the case. Nonetheless, phone calls were ignored and never returned but Shannon has managed to stay updated with my case (although she withdrew from the case) to the point she emailed me a copy of the "Denied Appeal and Motion", obviously knowing the courts indeed sent a true copy to the home of the appellant. In my opinion to taunt me with the fact that I lost my fathers estate.

Meagan O'Brien Cooper, experienced Business, Litigation attorney in Annapolis, MD with 9 reviews

Below Average

19,90

Meagan O'Brien Cooper

238 West Street, Annapolis, MD

Business Litigation +1

3.8/5

3.8

9 Reviews

11 Aug, 2024 by Matthew persons

We worked with Shannon Hayden and I would strongly recommend her to my family and friends. She was attentive to deadlines she provided sage advice to keep our case on track. She delivered a win. I highly recommend this firm and specifically Shannon.

25 Jul, 2023 by Helene emsellem

Jonathan Kagan did an excellent job handling reorganization of our LLC. Everything was explained clearly and completed in a very timely manner. Mr Kagan and his associate, Meagan Bogerson also recently helped me with the set up of a new business entity. They made a complex process easy for me to follow and got it all done accurately and expeditiously. I has been a pleasure to work with them.

29 Mar, 2023 by Paris smith

Unfortunately, I had a horrible experience with Shannon Hayden an associate of this firm, that I will NEVER forget. This attorney was given the opportunity to represent my fathers probated estate in litigation where an unknown heir returned 18 years after his death, notice to unknown heirs, creditors and notice of appointment. During the pre-trial conference Shannon insisted that she contact the opposing party to log into zoom as the Judge grew impatient with their extreme tardiness. (Although she was told by one of the defendants that their intentions was not to show up). The mediator Judge was minutes away from making a decision/ruling. However, Shannon called the defendants and warned them of their time and assisted the defendants to login to the conference. In addition to explaining to the Judge a law pertaining to my case when an "unknown heir" isn't found during the probate process of an Estate. I informed Shannon, of my unhappiness with her representation and received a phone call at 1am leading into the next morning. (I didn't answer) I was then informed the following Monday, the need to withdraw as my counsel and I agreed. During the Estate trial litigation, Shannon request to withdraw from the case and went into a breakout room with a different Judge presiding over the case for at least 15 minutes. (unknown conversation) The trial ended in an unfavorable ruling and my father's estate was fumbled, the appeal was denied and now in the hands of a complete stranger. From my understanding a lawyer is to provide competent representation to their client and provide skillful representation to their CLIENT. Unfortunately, this did not occur. My new counsel tried calling Shannon several times for information on the case. Nonetheless, phone calls were ignored and never returned but Shannon has managed to stay updated with my case (although she withdrew from the case) to the point she emailed me a copy of the "Denied Appeal and Motion", obviously knowing the courts indeed sent a true copy to the home of the appellant. In my opinion to taunt me with the fact that I lost my fathers estate.

Below Average

17,30

Patrick William Daley

238 West St, Annapolis, MD

Business Litigation +1

3.8/5

3.8

9 Reviews

11 Aug, 2024 by Matthew persons

We worked with Shannon Hayden and I would strongly recommend her to my family and friends. She was attentive to deadlines she provided sage advice to keep our case on track. She delivered a win. I highly recommend this firm and specifically Shannon.

25 Jul, 2023 by Helene emsellem

Jonathan Kagan did an excellent job handling reorganization of our LLC. Everything was explained clearly and completed in a very timely manner. Mr Kagan and his associate, Meagan Bogerson also recently helped me with the set up of a new business entity. They made a complex process easy for me to follow and got it all done accurately and expeditiously. I has been a pleasure to work with them.

29 Mar, 2023 by Paris smith

Unfortunately, I had a horrible experience with Shannon Hayden an associate of this firm, that I will NEVER forget. This attorney was given the opportunity to represent my fathers probated estate in litigation where an unknown heir returned 18 years after his death, notice to unknown heirs, creditors and notice of appointment. During the pre-trial conference Shannon insisted that she contact the opposing party to log into zoom as the Judge grew impatient with their extreme tardiness. (Although she was told by one of the defendants that their intentions was not to show up). The mediator Judge was minutes away from making a decision/ruling. However, Shannon called the defendants and warned them of their time and assisted the defendants to login to the conference. In addition to explaining to the Judge a law pertaining to my case when an "unknown heir" isn't found during the probate process of an Estate. I informed Shannon, of my unhappiness with her representation and received a phone call at 1am leading into the next morning. (I didn't answer) I was then informed the following Monday, the need to withdraw as my counsel and I agreed. During the Estate trial litigation, Shannon request to withdraw from the case and went into a breakout room with a different Judge presiding over the case for at least 15 minutes. (unknown conversation) The trial ended in an unfavorable ruling and my father's estate was fumbled, the appeal was denied and now in the hands of a complete stranger. From my understanding a lawyer is to provide competent representation to their client and provide skillful representation to their CLIENT. Unfortunately, this did not occur. My new counsel tried calling Shannon several times for information on the case. Nonetheless, phone calls were ignored and never returned but Shannon has managed to stay updated with my case (although she withdrew from the case) to the point she emailed me a copy of the "Denied Appeal and Motion", obviously knowing the courts indeed sent a true copy to the home of the appellant. In my opinion to taunt me with the fact that I lost my fathers estate.

Linda Theresa Spradlin, experienced Appeals, Business attorney in Annapolis, MD with 2 reviews

Below Average

16,29

Linda Theresa Spradlin

1910 Towne Centre Blvd., Annapolis, MD

Appeals Business Estate Planning +1 +3

3.0/5

3.0

2 Reviews

12 Jun, 2023 by Trace

No response from online consultation request on her website and no reply to a phone message I left as well after nothing came from the online consultation request.

30 Sep, 2016 by Charles

I felt comfortable and related easily through this entire case. Special considerations were given to rates and conditions. She always went past expectations to help me. I would give her the highest recommendation!

Below Average

14,17

Jenifer Eleni McKinney

147 Old Solomons Island Rd Ste 400, Annapolis, MD

Business Debt Collection Real Estate +2

3.1/5

3.1

100 Reviews

04 Feb, 2025 by Renee coutourier

Unfortunately I have good things to say. My husband had several strokes and wasn't getting paid. At the time I was out of work due to surgery. They were very helpful with making payment arrangements that I could afford at the time,with No extra fees. They were actually more understanding than the community Association! It took some time to pay it off but its done and I thank them highly for their understanding and professionalism! Only thing I would add dont move to a HOA community!

04 Dec, 2024 by Christine west

I found everyone at Johnson's Law to be competent, friendly, well organized, honest, forthcoming and fair-prices. I highly recommend them. Plus, plenty of free parking, which is a big deal in Annapolis!

12 Sep, 2024 by John collins

Personal Understanding and Professional Service.

Lynn Thomas Krause, experienced Business, Litigation attorney in Annapolis, MD with 1 reviews

Below Average

7,17

Lynn Thomas Krause

196 Duke of Gloucester, Annapolis, MD

Business Litigation Real Estate +2

1.0/5

1.0

1 Reviews

05 Feb, 2021 by Anonymous

We hired Lynn Krause to handle the purchase of our home in the Annapolis area. We were from New York. We were told we didn't need an attorney, but decided to hire one anyway. He performed a title search on our behalf and was supposed make sure there was a clean title on the home we were purchasing. NOT UNTIL WE WERE IN KRAUSE'S OFFICE IN ANNAPOLIS AT THE DAY OF THE CLOSING TO PURCHASE THE NEW HOME, DID HE TELL US THAT THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE TITLE. IT REVEALED THAT THE DRIVEWAY WAS ACTUALLY ABOUT 10 FEET ONTO THE NEIGHBORS PROPERTY! Krause never called to inform us of the defective title. After moving out of our apartment, we were in Lynn Krause's office at the closing and had to go through with the purchase since we had nowhere to live. We have since discovered the he was on the Board of Directors of the title company at that time. This seems like a conflict of interest. PS: It's about ten years since the purchase and we have been unable to sell the home because no one wants to buy it with this title issue.

Jasen Dean Adams, experienced Business, Family Law attorney in Annapolis, MD with 1 reviews

Below Average

7,17

Jasen Dean Adams

1011 Bay Ridge Ave # 290, Annapolis, MD

Business Family Law Real Estate +2

1.0/5

1.0

1 Reviews

27 Oct, 2014 by Be afraid

Do not use Jasen Adams. I cannot stress this enough. Mr. Adams does not practice; he malpractices. The statements and examples shown below are from verifiable events. 1. Mr. Adams does not follow up with clients supposedly because he is busy with cases, but he also misses court deadlines. In my case, he missed two key deadlines. If you cannot read a scheduling order and do not enjoy chasing down your own lawyer, give careful consideration to hiring Mr. Adams. His secretary can easily keep you apprised at no cost to you. 2. Mr. Adams increases his rates exponentially, but he fails to send notices about said increases. I feel he charged me for empty hours he could not fill with legitimate client work, basically because he has few clients. 3. Mr. Adams should send monthly invoices, but he does not do so. Yet the language in his engagement agreement gives the client a one-month window in which to contest the current invoice. In my case, Mr. Adams continually told me that absolutely nothing was going on in my matter, which told me that most of my retainer was intact; no bill=no charges, right? Mr. Adams did fabricate invoices when he was required to produce them, still claiming he had treated his fictional invoices as correct because I did not contest them. I cannot contest invoices I do not receive. Mr. Adams has no problem “fabricating” in general. He is passive-aggressive. 4. Mr. Adams does not keep accurate records of client payments. In my case, Mr. Adams claimed I owed him money, and that I had not paid amounts I knew I had paid him. Again, he also did not send invoices and did very little work. My retainers should have been substantially intact. He was quite comfortable as long as I could not locate statements for a credit card I had not used in years. Mr. Adams may be surprised to know that I finally found the statements in storage, and the statements are incontrovertible evidence that Mr. Adams lied to me and to others; he charged my card thousands of dollars for which he has never given an accounting. He is on record as stating I never paid him these amounts. His are the only transactions on these statements. Mr. Adams stole from me, kept inaccurate records and violated his ethical responsibility to use an escrow account. 5. When Mr. Adams his invoices, he charged me $100-or-more per hour for paralegal duties he claimed his secretary/receptionist had performed. There are no legitimate paralegal tasks on my bill such as legal research, subpoenas, reviewing medical records or preparing legal documents. Xerox copying and hole-punching are not paralegal tasks. If you are desperate enough or naive enough to consider Jasen D. Adams as your advocate, don't. He will look you in the eye, eff up your case and rob you blind all at the same time. Staring at my credit card statements and the lies Mr. Adams had the gall to put in writing, I will be seeking a refund of the money he somehow lost through attorney oversight channels or the court or the Maryland Attorney Grievance Commission. Do not put yourself in my shoes. You will be sorry. The most disturbing aspect of this is that Mr. Adams is the managing partner over a group of attorneys, so he can modify every bill that goes out of his office to his own benefit. Beware.

Daniel Staeven, experienced Bankruptcy, Business attorney in Annapolis, MD with 0 reviews

Below Average

7,00

Daniel Staeven

839 Bestgate Road Suite 400, Annapolis, MD

Bankruptcy Business Real Estate +1 +3

0.0/5

Below Average

6,84

Brenna L. Bush V

Ofc of State's Atty Aa Cnty 251 Rowe Blvd, Annapolis, MD

Business Consumer Protection Litigation +2

1.5/5

1.5

16 Reviews

24 Sep, 2024 by Lorena campos

My husband was the victim of a vicious assault. State Attorney Shane Nolan was on top of my husband’s case and kept us informed throughout the process. Ms.Stephanie in the attorneys office followed up and reached out during this ordeal and at no point did I feel we weren’t a priority for them. While they take on an enormous amount of cases and I did have to follow up on some things, which we should also advocate and stay up to date on things and not let them take it all on , they did an incredible job and justice was served for my husband. I see some reviews that people didn’t get a phone call or an email. We never received anything in writing but again we the victims must advocate and do the work too, case search is free, the dockets are posted the day before and court dates can be found online, we can not expect the States Attorney’s office to be our personal assistant. Also for other victims please know you’re not alone the MD Crime Victims Resource Center was a great help as well in our case. The Anne Arundel County States Attorney’s Office did exceptional and we thank you!

05 Sep, 2024 by Gordon blackstone

I was beat up by my kids mother bleeding from the head and knee when all I was trying to do was pick my kids up witch is court order they officer took pictures and never came court plus the state never even called me about the case they threw her case out bout said they going to go through with the charge she press on me after the state press charges on her glen Jessi rivera-ruz did not do her job at all !!

29 Feb, 2024 by Joseph thumel

Don't get robbed at gun point by a state attorneys father. They'll give you petty sentence instead of an apology. I got robbed of at least 1100.00 in tools, developed ptsd, got a 30 day sentence, one year probation, an appeal bond paid with no release of incarceration and no refund for that bond either. The guy even thanks his daughter (states attorney which I don't have to name), for the verdict in his victim advocate speech. I acquired testimony. It's all there! Sorry for giving one star on the review. This organization deserves less in my opinion.