Atty. William Michael Gatesman

Atty. William Michael Gatesman

Mr. William Michael Gatesman is a lawyer practicing elder and disability rights, estates & trust law, medicaid and 7 other areas of law.

Gaithersburg Gaithersburg 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About William Michael Gatesman at a glance

William Michael Gatesman is a Member based in Gaithersburg, Maryland, practicing at Gatesman Law Office. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1991), U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (1992), District of Columbia (1993), and North Carolina (Inactive) (2000). Educated at Washington College of Law, American University (J.D., 1991) and George Washington University (M. Accountancy, 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Maryland Bar Association District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Gaithersburg, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. William Michael Gatesman is a lawyer practicing elder and disability rights, estates & trust law, medicaid and 7 other areas of law
  • William received a degree from George Washington University in 1985, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • William practices at Gatesman Law Office in Gaithersburg, MD

Practice Areas Explained

William Michael Gatesman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Michael Gatesman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

William Michael Gatesman is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Maryland →

Trusts

William Michael Gatesman is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Maryland →

Probate

William Michael Gatesman is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Maryland →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

William Michael Gatesman is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Maryland →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

William Michael Gatesman is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Maryland →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

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 Gaithersburg 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Michael Gatesman

Where is William Michael Gatesman's law office located?
William Michael Gatesman's law practice is located in Gaithersburg, Maryland. The firm is Gatesman Law Office. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Michael Gatesman handle?
William Michael Gatesman focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has William Michael Gatesman practiced law?
William Michael Gatesman has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did William Michael Gatesman go to law school?
William Michael Gatesman earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (M. Accountancy, 1985).
How can I contact William Michael Gatesman for a consultation?
You can contact William Michael Gatesman directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has William Michael Gatesman received?
William Michael Gatesman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Washington College of Law, American University
- 1991
M. Accountancy
George Washington University
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 1992
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1993
North Carolina (Inactive)
Admitted: 2000

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