Nancy Finkelstein Summers, Business Attorney in Potomac, Maryland
Over 42 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and IP
Summers Consulting
Potomac, MD
Practicing business in Potomac since 1984.
- 42+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Nancy Finkelstein Summers is a summers consulting based in Potomac, MD. The practice focuses on Business, General, and IP. Nancy has over 42 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Potomac, MD
- Experience
- over 42 years
- Known for
- Business · General · IP
- Handles Business, General, and IP matters from Potomac, MD.
- Over 42 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Nancy Finkelstein Summers: Nancy Finkelstein Summers is a summers consulting based in Potomac, MD. The practice focuses on Business, General, and IP. Nancy has over 42 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Nancy Finkelstein Summers
Nancy concentrates on business, general, and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Nancy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Potomac, Maryland
Nancy takes business matters in Potomac, 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 Nancy agrees to represent you.
General cases in Potomac, Maryland
Nancy takes general matters in Potomac, 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 Nancy agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Potomac, Maryland
Nancy takes ip matters in Potomac, 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 Nancy agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Nancy Finkelstein Summers — Over 42 years of Maryland business experience
Nancy Finkelstein Summers is a summers consulting based in Potomac, MD. The practice focuses on Business, General, and IP. Nancy has over 42 years of legal experience.
Nancy Finkelstein Summers is a lawyer practicing business law, intellectual property, computer law. Nancy received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1977, and has been licensed for 42 years. Nancy practices in Potomac, MD.
Nancy's approach to business cases
Nancy Finkelstein Summers is a lawyer practicing business law, intellectual property, computer law. Nancy received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1977, and has been licensed for 42 years. Nancy practices in Potomac, MD.
Clients Nancy works with
Nancy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and ip matters in Potomac and the surrounding Maryland area.
Credentials
Nancy Finkelstein Summers's legal education and bar admissions
University of Pennsylvania
J.D. · 1984
University of Pennsylvania
B.A. · 1977
Jurisdictions
Nancy's state bar admissions
Michigan
1989 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
1987 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania (Inacti
1984 · ACTIVE
Nancy studied at J.D. in University of Pennsylvania and B.A. in University of Pennsylvania.
Law school and academic background
Nancy completed J.D. in University of Pennsylvania and B.A. in University of Pennsylvania. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Nancy runs in Maryland is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Nancy Finkelstein Summers's office in Potomac
Nancy's primary office is at 10935 Bells Ridge Dr, Potomac, MD, 20854-2789. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Nancy Finkelstein Summers — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Nancy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Nancy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nancy'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; Nancy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Potomac, 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 Nancy
Nancy 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. Nancy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Nancy'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 Nancy Finkelstein Summers
How much does it cost to hire Nancy for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Nancy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Nancy offer a free consultation?
Nancy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nancy's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Nancy'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. Nancy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Nancy take my case if I'm outside Potomac?
Nancy 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 — Nancy 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 Nancy?
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. Nancy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Nancy accepting new business clients right now?
Nancy'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 Potomac, Baltimore and Annapolis in Maryland
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