Margot Pyne Kniffin, Appellate Attorney in Rockville, Maryland

Margot concentrates on appellate, civil rights, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Margot handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Appellate

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• Litigation

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Margot's primary office is at 77 S Washington St Ste 309, Rockville, MD, 20850-2335. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Margot usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Margot discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Margot for a appellate case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Margot walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Margot offer a free consultation?

  Margot charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Margot's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Margot's current terms during booking.

• How long do appellate cases in Maryland typically take?

  Simple appellate 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. Margot gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Margot take my case if I'm outside Rockville?

  Margot 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 — Margot 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 Margot?

  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. Margot will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Margot accepting new appellate clients right now?

  Margot's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.