Steven Howard Schiff, Business Attorney in Potomac, Maryland
Over 48 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Criminal Defense, and Personal Injury
MemberatSteven H. Schiff
Potomac, MD
Practicing business in Potomac since 1978.
- 48+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Steven Howard Schiff is a member based in Potomac, MD. The practice focuses on Business, Criminal Defense, and Personal Injury. Steven has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Steven H. Schiff.
- Based in
- Potomac, MD
- Experience
- over 48 years
- Known for
- Business · Criminal Defense · Personal Injury
- Handles Business, Criminal Defense, and Personal Injury matters from Potomac, MD.
- Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Steven Howard Schiff: Steven Howard Schiff is a member based in Potomac, MD. The practice focuses on Business, Criminal Defense, and Personal Injury. Steven has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Steven H. Schiff.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Steven Howard Schiff
Steven concentrates on business, criminal defense, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Steven handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Criminal Defense
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Personal Injury
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Business cases in Potomac, Maryland
Steven 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 Steven agrees to represent you.
Criminal Defense cases in Potomac, Maryland
Steven takes criminal defense 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 Steven agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Potomac, Maryland
Steven takes personal injury 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 Steven agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Steven Howard Schiff — Over 48 years of Maryland business experience
Steven Howard Schiff is a member based in Potomac, MD. The practice focuses on Business, Criminal Defense, and Personal Injury. Steven has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Steven H. Schiff.
Mr. Steven Howard Schiff is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal defense, business law. Steven received a B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years. Steven practices at Steven H. Schiff in Potomac, MD.
Working with Steven on a business matter
Mr. Steven Howard Schiff is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal defense, business law. Steven received a B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years. Steven practices at Steven H. Schiff in Potomac, MD.
Clients Steven works with
Steven reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, criminal defense, and personal injury matters in Potomac and the surrounding Maryland area.
Credentials
Steven Howard Schiff's legal education and bar admissions
University of Oklahoma
J.D. · 1978
Tulane University
B.A. University · 1974
Jurisdictions
Steven's state bar admissions
Maryland
1987 · ACTIVE
District of Columbia
1979 · ACTIVE
Oklahoma
1978 · ACTIVE
Steven studied at J.D. in University of Oklahoma and B.A. University in Tulane University.
Law school and academic background
Steven completed J.D. in University of Oklahoma and B.A. University in Tulane University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Steven runs in Maryland is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Steven Howard Schiff's office in Potomac
Steven's primary office is at 10507 Beechknoll Ln., Potomac, MD, 20854-6405. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Steven Howard Schiff — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Steven usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Steven charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Steven'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; Steven 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 Steven
Steven 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. Steven confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Steven'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 Steven Howard Schiff
How much does it cost to hire Steven for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Steven walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Steven offer a free consultation?
Steven charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Steven's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Steven'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. Steven gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Steven take my case if I'm outside Potomac?
Steven 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 — Steven 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 Steven?
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. Steven will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Steven accepting new business clients right now?
Steven'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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