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Alan H. Grant

Alan H. Grant

Grant, Riffkin & Strauss, P.C.
9210 Corporate Boulevard
Suite 390
Rockville, MD 20850
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Phone: (301) 258-1033  |  Fax: (301) 330-4491
http://www.grantlaw.net

http://www.grantlaw.net/practiceareas.html

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Creating Value in Legal Services

Legal Topic

Estate Planning

Preferred New Clients

Clients who desire to plan for the present and future to make sure that they and their loved ones are secure.

Sub-Topics

Asset Protection

Business Succession Planning

Charitable Giving

Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender (LGBT) Rights

Insurance Law

  • Annuities
  • Auto Accident & Property Claims
  • Bad Faith
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Property & Casualty

Living Wills

Power of Attorney

Probate & Estate Administration

Securities & Investments

  • Public Offering
  • Shareholder Disputes

Tax Law

  • Audit Defense
  • Estate Taxes & Gift Taxes
  • Income Taxes
  • IRS Disputes
  • IRS Filing & Compliance
  • Negotiating IRS Payments & Settlements
  • Payroll Taxes
  • Power of Attorney
  • Property Taxes
  • Sales Taxes & Use Taxes
  • Tax Evasion Defense
  • Tax Planning

Trusts

  • Charitable Trusts
  • Living Trusts
  • Revocable Trust & Irrevocable Trusts
  • Special Needs Trusts
  • Supplemental Needs Trusts

Wills

Legal Topic

Real Estate Law

Preferred New Clients

Clients who desire to plan for the present and future to make sure that they and their loved ones are secure.

Sub-Topics

Broker & Transaction Litigation

Building Codes

Buying Property

Condemnation

Condominiums & Cooperatives

Construction Contracts

Construction Defects

Construction Financing

Conveyancing

Eminent Domain

Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender (LGBT) Rights

Homeowners' Associations

Insurance

Land Contracts

Land Use & Zoning

Landlord-Tenant

Mechanics' Liens

Mortgages

Property Taxes

Real Estate Loans

Renting & Leasing

Title Insurance

Title Litigation

Bar Admissions

MD, Dec 1983

DC, Jun 1980
Bar Number: 322594

Other Court Admissions

Maryland State Courts, District of Columbia State Courts, Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit, US District Court, Maryland District, U.S. District Court, District of Columbia District, U.S. Tax Court.

Association Memberships

Maryland Bar Association, Montgomery County, Maryland Bar Association, District of Columbia Bar Association.

Continuing Education

I keep up-to-date on current legal issues and laws through my involvement in the bar association and by reading publications which are relevant to the areas of law in which I practice. Maryland and the District of Columbia do not have a formal continuing legal education requirement.

Example Cases

Throughout my career I have helped numerous clients establish a strong estate plan to accomplish their needs, wishes, hopes, and desires. Additionally, I work with my clients to manage all aspects of their business and real estate related matters.

Education 

School:

The George Washington University College of Law

Degree:

Juris Doctor

City:

Washington

State:

DC

Year:

1979

 

School:

University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of Business

Degree:

Bachelor of Science

City:

Philadelphia

State:

PA

Year:

1976

Honors:

CPA (inactive).

Focus and Accomplishments:

Real Estate (Residential and Commercial) and Small Businesses.

Number of Attorneys

5

State Licensed In

Maryland, District of Columbia, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Florida.

Firm Focus and History

My firm's focus is on estate planning, real estate transactions (commercial and residential), representation of small businesses, and landlord representation in landlord/tenant matters.

I started practice as a solo practitioner in the early 1980s. Since then my firm has grown to its current structure. In January of 2008, my long time associates Michael Riffkin and Rena Strauss and I joined forces to create Grant, Riffkin & Strauss, P.C.

Previous Employment Summary

I have been actively employed as an attorney since graduating from law school.

Activities and Awards

Founder of the Rotary Club of Potomac Maryland.

What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

It is important to stay informed and active in pursuing your intended goal. Although it is helpful if my clients have educated themselves regarding their specific legal issue, I pride myself in being able to explain their situations and options, spending enough time while doing so to ensure that they are fully informed and I have met their needs.

Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?

Although I am willing to review documents prepared by clients, it has been my experience that it is more cost effective for me to create the documents.

Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

If my representation or firm's representation of a client is not cost effective, the best course of action is for the client to represent themselves. If this is the case, I will fully support my client and help them obtain their desired outcome.

Why did you decide to be a lawyer?

I have a business and accounting background which I wanted to put to use in a practical way to support individuals and businesses.

What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?

As both an attorney and a CPA, I am uniquely qualified to provide advice regarding estate planning. I am also able to offer my guidance to my clients about how to structure and run their business to be as successful as possible.

Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?

I enjoy helping people create and ensure their legacy. This, in conjunction with my financial background naturally lends itself to counseling my clients with their estate planning needs, counseling on issues surrounding their businesses, and assisting with the purchase and sale of real estate. As an attorney in a small firm I have the unique opportunity to build long-term client relationships.

What do you like best about your career?

Having the opportunity to meet scores of interesting people and help counsel them with their issues.

Tell us about your law firm:

The strength of my firm is evidenced by the experience and knowledge of my staff. We have an open relationship and dialog which allows us to collaborate and help each other therefore providing our clients with the best possible legal services available.

What are your strengths and style?

I like to lead by example. My theory is that I am not willing to ask someone to do something that I am not willing to do myself. I therefore keep a close eye on all associate and legal assistant work and I am fully aware of all matters taking place in my office.

Personal Interests:

Reading historical fiction, international travel, and theater.

Office Manager/Assistant

Philip S. Raskin, Esq.

Fax

(301) 330-4491

Office Hours

Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Emergency After Hours

Yes

Foreign Languages

Spanish and Hebrew.

Fixed-Price Services and Fees

Members of AARP are eligible for a 20% discount off of normal hourly rates. Estate planning and real estate transactions are normally done on a fixed fee basis depending on the complexity the case.

Hourly Rates

$310 to $135 depending on which attorney handles the case.

Free Initial Consultation?

Yes, for thirty minutes.

Typical Retainer

Retainers are based upon the complexity of the matter.

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