Helen M. Whelan, Elder Law Attorney in Rockville, Maryland
Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Elder Law, Estate Planning, and POA · 4.7/5 rating from 19 verified client reviews
PartneratLandsman Law Group
Rockville, MD
Practicing elder law in Rockville since 1996.
- 30+
- Years practicing
- 4.7 ★
- 19 client reviews
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Helen M. Whelan is a partner based in Rockville, MD. The practice focuses on Elder Law, Estate Planning, and POA. Helen has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Landsman Law Group. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 19 client reviews.
- Based in
- Rockville, MD
- Experience
- over 30 years
- Known for
- Elder Law · Estate Planning · POA
- Handles Elder Law, Estate Planning, and POA matters from Rockville, MD.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Helen M. Whelan: Helen M. Whelan is a partner based in Rockville, MD. The practice focuses on Elder Law, Estate Planning, and POA. Helen has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Landsman Law Group. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 19 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Helen takes on
Helen concentrates on elder law, estate planning, poa, probate, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Helen 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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Probate
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Tax
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Elder Law cases in Rockville, Maryland
Helen 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 Helen agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Rockville, Maryland
Helen 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 Helen agrees to represent you.
POA cases in Rockville, Maryland
Helen 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 Helen agrees to represent you.
Probate cases in Rockville, Maryland
Helen takes probate 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 Helen agrees to represent you.
Tax cases in Rockville, Maryland
Helen takes tax 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 Helen agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Helen M. Whelan — elder law lawyer in Rockville
Helen M. Whelan is a partner based in Rockville, MD. The practice focuses on Elder Law, Estate Planning, and POA. Helen has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Landsman Law Group. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 19 client reviews.
Helen Whelan joined Miller, Miller & Canby in 2012 as Principal to expand the firm's Elder Law capabilities within the Estates & Trusts Practice Group. With more than a decade of experience advising families and individuals in planning for their futures, Ms. Whelan's desire is to educate her clients so that they understand their estate plan. She works with families to meet their goals for their estate and carefully plans how the estate will be implemented both during their lifetime and after their death. As a Certified Public Accountant with a Masters in Tax, Ms. Whelan is uniquely qualified to assist her clients in accomplishing their goals. Ms. Whelan is sensitive to the needs of a family in crisis and counsels clients about elder law issues, including Medicaid qualification and asset protection. She also administers estates and trusts.
Ms. Whelan received her J.D. from Catholic University, Columbus School of Law and subsequently obtained an LL.M. in Taxation from Georgetown Law with a Certificate in Estate Planning. In addition to being a lawyer, she is also a Certified Public Accountant.
Ms. Whelan is currently in her second term as a Commissioner with the Montgomery County Commission of Common Ownership Communities (CCOC). The CCOC is composed of volunteer members that adjudicate disputes between homeowners and their condominium or homeowners associations. Ms. Whelan was recently appointed to the Board of Directors of Progress Unlimited, which provides services for adults with developmental disabilities, as well as 24-hour residential care and Adult Medical Day Care in its newly-renovated center.
Ms. Whelan co-authored an article entitled "Planning Ideas and Considerations for Unmarried Couples", which was published in the December 2011 edition of the Journal of Financial Planning's Between the Issues.
How Helen handles elder law matters
Helen Whelan joined Miller, Miller & Canby in 2012 as Principal to expand the firm's Elder Law capabilities within the Estates & Trusts Practice Group. With more than a decade of experience advising families and individuals in planning for their futures, Ms. Whelan's desire is to educate her clients so that they understand their estate plan. She works with families to meet their goals for their…
Who Helen represents
Helen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for elder law, estate planning, and poa matters in Rockville and the surrounding Maryland area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
The Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law
J.D. · 1995
University of Maryland, College Park
B.S. · 1987
Jurisdictions
Helen's state bar admissions
West Virginia
2007 · ACTIVE
Maryland
1998 · ACTIVE
District of Columbia
1996 · ACTIVE
Helen studied at J.D. in The Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law and B.S. in University of Maryland, College Park.
Law school and academic background
Helen completed J.D. in The Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law and B.S. in University of Maryland, College Park. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Helen runs in Maryland is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Helen has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Helen M. Whelan's office in Rockville
Helen'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 Helen M. Whelan — 4.7/5 rating from 19 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Helen. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing elder law attorneys in Rockville.
4.7
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How to hire Helen M. Whelan — 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 Helen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Helen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Helen'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; Helen 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 Helen
Helen 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. Helen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Helen'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 Helen M. Whelan
How much does it cost to hire Helen for a elder law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Helen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Helen offer a free consultation?
Helen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Helen's office. Some elder law attorneys offer free consults — check Helen'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. Helen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Helen take my case if I'm outside Rockville?
Helen 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 — Helen 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 Helen?
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. Helen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Helen accepting new elder law clients right now?
Helen'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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