Why Choose Us

"One of my biggest concerns when choosing a new lawyer was finding one that was experienced and well-informed regarding working with guardianships.  I also was looking for an attorney that was ethical and honest and would represent my daughter and me and our best interests well.  Maria Shinn sincerely cares and is concerned about our well-being.  She provided great guidance and advice on certain issues and supported my ideas regarding what was best for my daughter and me." 

- Megan M.

"Maria provided me with expert legal help during a very difficult time and was extremely sensitive to my situation. Her fees are reasonable, and I often felt that she was trying to save me money. She explained in simple, easy to understand language the options without pressure to proceed. A sincere person, and a true professional that I will highly recommend to my friends and others."  

- L.Neff

"Maria Shinn thinks clearly and can get to the point quickly.  She respects her clients and anticipates needs.  She has a smooth way of handling tricky interpersonal issues." 

- Karolyn B.

"Maria Shinn handled my sister’s estate and later drew up wills and powers of attorney for my partner and me.  I could not have been in better hands.  Maria’s knowledge, skills and professionalism are of the highest calibre.  She is quiet and courteous, but when a situation requires a tough stance, Maria delivers.  I have the highest regard for Maria as both an attorney and a friend."

- Barbara A. Forsyth-Bowley

"Maria is extremely knowledgeable in the area of legal rights for the LGBT community and has provided my partner and I with a great sense of security that our relationship is protected. She is the only attorney I would trust to do this for my family."   

 - Nicholette Leanza

"Maria Shinn provides solid legal advice and service in a very personable and friendly manner. I would recommend her to anyone who is looking for a trusted attorney to cover all the necessary details for proper legal protection."

- Jeany

"Thanks to Maria Shinn, and her promptness, intuitive nature and intellect, my many experiences have been extremely positive. She covered all of my bases planning for my future, and was there for me to make the appropriate changes when my future needs changed. Maria's kind, gentle nature is just an added bonus.  Thanks Maria, from JL"

- JL

"Maria Shinn—professional, knowledgeable, outstanding with the legality of the law.  Her devout sensitivity to highly confidential and personal matters lets you feel at ease.  I trust no other with my legal affairs—Maria Shinn."

- Alice Baburek

"Maria Shinn was the calm in the biggest storm of my father's life.  My mother passed away and he didn't know where to turn.  A friend of ours recommended we call Maria.  Her patience, intelligence and sensible support was so appreciated by my father and our entire family.  She handled all of my father's concerns with such care and grace.  We were so impressed by her professionalism that we became her clients too!"

- Robert and Nanci DiBianca

"We used Maria for our estate planning documents, and we were very impressed with her work.  She is very detailed, professional and knowledgeable.  We would highly recommend her legal services."   

- Joe and Jeff

"Maria Shinn is professional, thorough, compassionate and trustworthy.  Maria explained all of our legal needs in a way we could understand them.  We are truly grateful to have worked with her."

- Maureen Greeves and Family