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Steven Mark Wishnow, Employment Attorney in Chevy Chase, Maryland

Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Litigation, and Nursing Home

MemberatKanter & Wishnow, Chartered

Chevy Chase, MD

Practicing employment in Chevy Chase since 1976.

50+
Years practicing
3
Bar admissions

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Steven Mark Wishnow is a member based in Chevy Chase, MD. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Nursing Home. Steven has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kanter & Wishnow, Chartered.

Based in
Chevy Chase, MD
Experience
over 50 years
Known for
Employment · Litigation · Nursing Home
  • Handles Employment, Litigation, and Nursing Home matters from Chevy Chase, MD.
  • Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Steven Mark Wishnow: Steven Mark Wishnow is a member based in Chevy Chase, MD. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Nursing Home. Steven has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kanter & Wishnow, Chartered.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Steven takes on

Steven concentrates on employment, litigation, nursing home, personal injury, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Steven handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Chevy Chase, Maryland

Steven takes employment matters in Chevy Chase, 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.

Litigation cases in Chevy Chase, Maryland

Steven takes litigation matters in Chevy Chase, 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.

Nursing Home cases in Chevy Chase, Maryland

Steven takes nursing home matters in Chevy Chase, 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 Chevy Chase, Maryland

Steven takes personal injury matters in Chevy Chase, 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.

Real Estate cases in Chevy Chase, Maryland

Steven takes real estate matters in Chevy Chase, 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

Meet Steven Mark Wishnow — employment lawyer in Chevy Chase

Steven Mark Wishnow is a member based in Chevy Chase, MD. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Nursing Home. Steven has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kanter & Wishnow, Chartered.

Mr. Steven Mark Wishnow is a lawyer practicing litigation, negligence, employment law and 2 other areas of law. Steven received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years. Steven practices at Kanter & Wishnow, Chartered in Chevy Chase, MD.

How Steven handles employment matters

Mr. Steven Mark Wishnow is a lawyer practicing litigation, negligence, employment law and 2 other areas of law. Steven received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years. Steven practices at Kanter & Wishnow, Chartered in Chevy Chase, MD.

The kind of cases Steven takes

Steven reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, litigation, and nursing home matters in Chevy Chase and the surrounding Maryland area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Maryland

    J.D. · 1976

  • University of Maryland

    B.A. · 1973

Jurisdictions

Steven's state bar admissions

  • U.S. District Court

    1979 · ACTIVE

  • District of Columbia

    1977 · ACTIVE

  • Maryland

    1976 · ACTIVE

Steven studied at J.D. in University of Maryland and B.A. in University of Maryland.

Law school and academic background

Steven completed J.D. in University of Maryland and B.A. in University of Maryland. 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.

Affiliations

Steven's professional memberships and bar associations

  • The District of Columbia Bar Maryland State Bar Association

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Locations

Steven Mark Wishnow's office in Chevy Chase

Steven's primary office is at 2 Wisconsin Cir., Ste. 610, Chevy Chase, MD, 20815-7061. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Kanter & Wishnow, Chartered

2 Wisconsin Cir., Ste. 610

Chevy Chase, MD 20815-7061

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Hiring guide

How to hire Steven Mark Wishnow — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new employment 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 employment attorney in Chevy Chase, Maryland

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 employment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment 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 employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Steven Mark Wishnow

  • How much does it cost to hire Steven for a employment 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 employment attorneys offer free consults — check Steven's current terms during booking.

  • How long do employment cases in Maryland typically take?

    Simple employment 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 Chevy Chase?

    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 employment 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

Employment attorneys serving Chevy Chase, Baltimore and Annapolis in Maryland

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