Shanta Ramson, Family Law Attorney in Burtonsville, Maryland

Shanta concentrates on family law, immigration, personal injury, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Shanta handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Family Law

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• Immigration

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• Personal Injury

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• Trusts

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Shanta's primary office is at 4705 Sandy Spring Road, Burtonsville, MD, 20866. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Shanta for a family law case?

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

• Does Shanta offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do family law cases in Maryland typically take?

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

• Can Shanta take my case if I'm outside Burtonsville?

  Shanta 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 — Shanta 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 Shanta?

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

• Is Shanta accepting new family law clients right now?

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