May-Lis Manley, Elder Law Attorney in Rockville, Maryland
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Elder Law, Estate Planning, and Health Care · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
CounselatLandsman Law Group
Rockville, MD
Practicing elder law in Rockville since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 4
- Bar admissions
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May-Lis Manley is a counsel based in Rockville, MD. The practice focuses on Elder Law, Estate Planning, and Health Care. May-Lis has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Landsman Law Group. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
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- Rockville, MD
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- Elder Law · Estate Planning · Health Care
- Handles Elder Law, Estate Planning, and Health Care matters from Rockville, MD.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About May-Lis Manley: May-Lis Manley is a counsel based in Rockville, MD. The practice focuses on Elder Law, Estate Planning, and Health Care. May-Lis has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Landsman Law Group. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by May-Lis Manley
May-Lis concentrates on elder law, estate planning, health care, poa, and ssd. Each area below outlines the kind of case May-Lis handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Elder Law
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Estate Planning
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POA
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SSD
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Elder Law cases in Rockville, Maryland
May-Lis takes elder law matters in Rockville, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before May-Lis agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Rockville, Maryland
May-Lis takes estate planning matters in Rockville, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before May-Lis agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Rockville, Maryland
May-Lis takes health care matters in Rockville, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before May-Lis agrees to represent you.
POA cases in Rockville, Maryland
May-Lis takes poa matters in Rockville, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before May-Lis agrees to represent you.
SSD cases in Rockville, Maryland
May-Lis takes ssd matters in Rockville, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before May-Lis agrees to represent you.
Biography
About May-Lis Manley — Over 34 years of Maryland elder law experience
May-Lis Manley is a counsel based in Rockville, MD. The practice focuses on Elder Law, Estate Planning, and Health Care. May-Lis has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Landsman Law Group. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
How May-Lis handles elder law matters
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The kind of cases May-Lis takes
May-Lis reviews new inquiries case-by-case for elder law, estate planning, and health care matters in Rockville and the surrounding Maryland area.
Credentials
May-Lis Manley's legal education and bar admissions
University of Maryland
J.D. · 1992
Boston College
B.A. · 1984
Jurisdictions
May-Lis's state bar admissions
D.C. Court of Appeal
1999 · ACTIVE
District of Columbia
1999 · ACTIVE
Maryland
1992 · ACTIVE
Court of Appeals of
1992 · ACTIVE
May-Lis studied at J.D. in University of Maryland and B.A. in Boston College.
Law school and academic background
May-Lis completed J.D. in University of Maryland and B.A. in Boston College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice May-Lis runs in Maryland is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
May-Lis's professional memberships and bar associations
Montgomery County and Maryland State Bar Associations District of Columbia Bar
membership
Locations
May-Lis Manley's office in Rockville
May-Lis's primary office is at 200-A Monroe Street, Suite 110, Rockville, MD, 20850-4421. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Landsman Law Group
200-A Monroe Street, Suite 110
Rockville, MD 20850-4421
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Client reviews of May-Lis Manley — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of May-Lis. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing elder law attorneys in Rockville.
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How to hire May-Lis Manley — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new elder law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with May-Lis usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
May-Lis charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain May-Lis's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; May-Lis will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a elder law attorney in Rockville, Maryland
A short list to run through before you commit: How many elder law matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for May-Lis
May-Lis 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.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every elder law matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. May-Lis confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
May-Lis's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many elder law practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about May-Lis Manley
How much does it cost to hire May-Lis for a elder law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. May-Lis walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does May-Lis offer a free consultation?
May-Lis charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain May-Lis's office. Some elder law attorneys offer free consults — check May-Lis'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. May-Lis gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can May-Lis take my case if I'm outside Rockville?
May-Lis 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 — May-Lis 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 May-Lis?
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. May-Lis will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is May-Lis accepting new elder law clients right now?
May-Lis's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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