Atty. Ann Shaw
Ann Shaw (Of Counsel) practices in the areas of real estate, bankruptcy, and business law. She provides her clients with individual, legal attention for their real estate matters.
Bankruptcy & More Attorney · Serving Salisbury, MD · 45+ Years Experience
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About Ann Shaw at a Glance
Ann Shaw is an Of Counsel based in Salisbury, Maryland, practicing at The Law Firm of Shaw & Crowson, P.A.. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, chapter 13, business, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in California (1981), District of Columbia (1988), Maryland (1988), and United States District Court for the District of Maryland (1990). Educated at Western State University College of Law (J.D., 1981) and California State University, Fullerton (B.A. English, 1971). Serves clients in Salisbury, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Ann Shaw
- Ann Shaw (Of Counsel) practices in the areas of real estate, bankruptcy, and business law
- She provides her clients with individual, legal attention for their real estate matters
- Also, Ann Shaw (Of Counsel) provides inclusive services to Buyers and Sellers in “For Sale By Owner” transactions
- Assisting private lenders and investors is another key part of her real estate practice
- In the area of Bankruptcy law, Ann Shaw (Of Counsel) counsels clients as to their options under both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 (payment plan)
- Since one primary purpose of the Chapter 13 Bankruptcy is to prevent foreclosure of the client’s home, her Firm is able to file a Chapter 13 on an “emergency” basis
- All Bankruptcy clients of the Firm meet directly with Ann Shaw (Of Counsel) to confidentially discuss their situation and all work is closely supervised by her
- Recently, she has presented programs for the spring and fall training seminars of Security Title and has taught courses in “Short Sales” for the Coastal Association of REALTORS, and other community organizations
- She has as taught business law classes for the Maryland Small Business Development Center
- Additionally, attorney Ann Shaw (Of Counsel) has taught real estate courses at WorWic Community College since 1990
- Ann is active in the community
- She presents programs in conjunction with the Women’s Business Center
- Ann donates her time as a member of the Board of Directors for Habitat for Humanity of Wicomico County, Inc. Classes/Seminars - Real Estate Courses, WorWic Community College, 1990 – 2005 and 2015 to present - A Practical Look at the Consumer Provisions of the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act, The Maryland Institute for Continuing Education of Lawyers, Inc. - Continuing Education Courses, Montgomery County Board of Realtors, Inc. - Adjunct Faculty, Western State University College of Law
Practice Areas Explained
Ann Shaw's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ann Shaw handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Salisbury.
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Salisbury
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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in Salisbury
Ann Shaw is one of 6,323 chapter 13 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 13 attorneys in Maryland →
Business & Corporate Law in Salisbury
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Ann Shaw is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Maryland →
Real Estate Law in Salisbury
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Ann Shaw is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Maryland →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Salisbury
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Ann Shaw is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Maryland →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Salisbury
Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Salisbury are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Salisbury Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Salisbury-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Salisbury Choose Ann Shaw
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Ann Shaw's practice in the field of chapter 7, chapter 13, business, real estate, and bankruptcy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Ann Shaw brings 45+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, District of Columbia, and Maryland, Ann Shaw can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering chapter 7, chapter 13, and business, Ann Shaw can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Salisbury
A Salisbury-based practice means Ann Shaw attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Ann Shaw Handles in Salisbury
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