
Morris Lee Garten, Business Attorney in Owings Mills, Maryland
Over 31 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Estate Planning, and Probate · 5.0/5 rating from 19 verified client reviews
MemberatFedder and Garten Professional Association
Owings Mills, MD
Practicing business in Owings Mills since 1995.
- 31+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 19 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Morris Lee Garten is a member based in Owings Mills, MD. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Probate. Morris has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fedder and Garten Professional Association. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 19 client reviews.
- Based in
- Owings Mills, MD
- Experience
- over 31 years
- Known for
- Business · Estate Planning · Probate
- Handles Business, Estate Planning, and Probate matters from Owings Mills, MD.
- Over 31 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Morris Lee Garten: Morris Lee Garten is a member based in Owings Mills, MD. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Probate. Morris has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fedder and Garten Professional Association. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 19 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Morris takes on
Morris concentrates on business, estate planning, probate, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Morris handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Owings Mills, Maryland
Morris takes business matters in Owings Mills, 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 Morris agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Owings Mills, Maryland
Morris takes estate planning matters in Owings Mills, 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 Morris agrees to represent you.
Probate cases in Owings Mills, Maryland
Morris takes probate matters in Owings Mills, 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 Morris agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Owings Mills, Maryland
Morris takes real estate matters in Owings Mills, 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 Morris agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Morris Lee Garten — business lawyer in Owings Mills
Morris Lee Garten is a member based in Owings Mills, MD. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Probate. Morris has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fedder and Garten Professional Association. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 19 client reviews.
Morris Lee Garten is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate administration, real estate and 2 other areas of law. Morris received a B.A. degree from Franklin and Marshall College in 1989, and has been licensed for 31 years. Morris practices at Fedder and Garten Professional Association in Owings Mills, MD.
Working with Morris on a business matter
Morris Lee Garten is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate administration, real estate and 2 other areas of law. Morris received a B.A. degree from Franklin and Marshall College in 1989, and has been licensed for 31 years. Morris practices at Fedder and Garten Professional Association in Owings Mills, MD.
Clients Morris works with
Morris reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, estate planning, and probate matters in Owings Mills and the surrounding Maryland area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Baltimore
J.D. · 1995
Franklin and Marshall College
B.A. · 1989
Jurisdictions
Morris's state bar admissions
District of Columbia
1998 · ACTIVE
Maryland
1995 · ACTIVE
Morris studied at J.D. in University of Baltimore and B.A. in Franklin and Marshall College.
Law school and academic background
Morris completed J.D. in University of Baltimore and B.A. in Franklin and Marshall College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Morris runs in Maryland is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Morris has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Morris's professional memberships and bar associations
Bar Association of Baltimore City Baltimore County, Maryland State and American Bar Associations
membership
Locations
Morris Lee Garten's office in Owings Mills
Morris's primary office is at 10096 Red Run Boulevard, Suite 200, Owings Mills, MD, 21117. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Fedder and Garten Professional Association
10096 Red Run Boulevard, Suite 200
Owings Mills, MD 21117
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Client reviews of Morris Lee Garten — 5.0/5 rating from 19 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Morris. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Owings Mills.
5.0
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How to hire Morris Lee Garten — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Morris usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Morris charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Morris'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; Morris will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Owings Mills, Maryland
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Morris
Morris discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Morris confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Morris's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Morris Lee Garten
How much does it cost to hire Morris for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Morris walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Morris offer a free consultation?
Morris charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Morris's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Morris's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Maryland typically take?
Simple business 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. Morris gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Morris take my case if I'm outside Owings Mills?
Morris 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 — Morris 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 Morris?
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. Morris will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Morris accepting new business clients right now?
Morris's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Owings Mills, Baltimore and Annapolis in Maryland
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