Andre Oliver McDonald, Elder Law Attorney in Columbia, Maryland

Andre concentrates on elder law, estate litigation, estate planning, general, and health care. Each area below outlines the kind of case Andre handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Elder Law

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• Estate Litigation

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• Estate Planning

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• General

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• Health Care

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• POA

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• Probate

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• SSD

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• Trusts

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• Wills

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Andre's primary office is at 10500 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, MD, 21044. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new elder law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Andre usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Andre discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in elder law practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Andre for a elder law case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Andre walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Andre offer a free consultation?

  Andre charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Andre's office. Some elder law attorneys offer free consults — check Andre's current terms during booking.

• How long do elder law cases in Maryland typically take?

  Simple elder law matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Andre gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Andre take my case if I'm outside Columbia?

  Andre is licensed in Maryland. Matters governed by Maryland law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Andre will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Andre?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Andre will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Andre accepting new elder law clients right now?

  Andre's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.