Shahnam Yazdani, Criminal Defense Attorney in Rockville, Maryland

Shahnam concentrates on criminal defense, entertainment, general, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Shahnam handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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• Entertainment

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• General

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• Personal Injury

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Shahnam's primary office is at Yazdani Law Group Ste 360 1201 Seven Locks Rd, Rockville, MD, 20854. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Shahnam for a criminal defense case?

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

• Does Shahnam offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do criminal defense cases in Maryland typically take?

  Simple criminal defense 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. Shahnam gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

  Shahnam 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 — Shahnam 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 Shahnam?

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

• Is Shahnam accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

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