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Andre McDonald

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Licensed for 6 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Estate Planning

Language

English Spanish

About

Andre O. McDonald is the founder and principal attorney at McDonald Law Firm, a Columbia law firm serving clients throughout Howard County and the surrounding counties in the areas of estate planning, special needs planning, Medicaid/long-term care planning, and veterans pension planning.Since Mr. McDonald was admitted to the Maryland Bar, in addition to managing a successful law practice, he has served as a volunteer attorney with the Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland and the Bar Association of Baltimore City – Senior Legal Services, where he has helped Maryland low-income seniors with their estate planning needs. Mr. McDonald currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Howard County Estate Planning Council. In 2018, Mr. McDonald, was appointed by Governor Larry Hogan, Jr. to serve on the Virginia I. Jones Alzheimer’s and Related Disorders Council.While in law school, Mr. McDonald served as a student attorney with the Washtenaw County Public Defender Office and the SixtyPlus, Inc., Elderlaw Clinic. At the Public Defender Office, Mr. McDonald advocated on behalf of indigent defendants charged with misdemeanors and felonies. Additionally, Mr. McDonald represented low-income seniors with a wide range of civil matters during his tenure with the SixtyPlus, Inc., Elderlaw Clinic. He also served as the court appointed guardianship reviewer for, the Circuit Court of Michigan for, Ingham County, Clinton County, and Eaton County. Mr. McDonald served as an Ambassador for the law school, mentoring newly-admitted first-year law students.Prior to attending law school, Mr. McDonald served our nation as an Enlisted Officer with the United States Marine Corps. He also served for several years as a Federal Security Officer with the Department of Homeland Security where he trained new officers and mediated and resolved disputes regarding officer disciplinary action or officer-management matters. This breadth of experience helps Mr. McDonald deliver legal services and work with clients in a practical, goal-oriented manner.

Practices Areas

Estate Planning

Probate

Elder Law

Language

English Spanish

Contact

McDonald Law Firm, LLC10500 Little Patuxent ParkwaySuite 420Columbia, MD, 21044

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

anonymous
December 8, 2021

From my initial contact with his law office until I first met with Andre was less than a week. From start to finish the trust was done in 3 weeks. He was very thorough at explaining exactly what the trust contained and answered all my questions. He is very pleasant to work with.

anonymous
November 23, 2021

I highly recommend Andre McDonald, McDonald Law Firm, LLC, and his estate planning expertise. He provided advance information on the laws for estate planning, options and resources to consider based on my personal circumstances, answered my questions fully and patiently, I had a lot of questions. My final Living Trust document was well-organized and easy to navigate.

Gerald
November 15, 2021

Mr. McDonald represented us by drafting our Joint Revocable Living Trust and Ancillary Documents (Powers of Attorney, Healthcare Powers of Attorney, Living Wills, HIPAA Authorizations and other legal documents). During our initial consultation Andre was extremely professional, and provided us with the information we needed to address our situation. We are very satisfied with the service and documents he drafted and provided to us and would highly recommend his services.

Milton
October 31, 2021

Andre helped us create our family trust. He was flexible to prepare the documents based on our situation and needs. We like how Andre took the time to explain all the "ins and outs" of trust creation. He had time to clear up an issue with our financial consultant's understanding of the trust. Most of all, he was available and responsive to our questions. We will continue to utilize his legal advice because we trust his judgement.

Betty
August 15, 2021

Andre was very kind; very approachable and kept in very close contact with us throughout the entire development of our Medicaid Trust. He was always very responsive to each of our requests whether by phone or email. When my husband became seriously ill and all his financial and direct care provision needs became my personal responsibility, our family lawyer from the previous state we lived in recommended Andre to my daughter and myself. Being new to this area, we truly could not have been more fortunate to receive his services. I would highly recommend him to fully assist you in developing your complete Estate Plan and getting all the necessary documents prepared. You will be so glad you did and your family will thank you forever for getting these preparations/affairs in order.

Astrid
July 19, 2021

Andre McDonald was very clear in explaining the details of the various trust and estate documents. The turn around time was fast. He I earned my trust and confidence. I would recommend him highly.

Melanie
July 9, 2021

Unfortunately my Mother passed away without having a Will or any of her Estate affairs in order. Prior to my mothers passing I had never handled an Estate before. I contacted a few attorneys but didn't feel they were the right fit for all of the complications pertaining to the Estate. Some attorney's weren't even willing to take it on. A neighbor of mine (who is an attorney) suggested that I contact Mr. Andre McDonald to handle my Mothers Estate. After our initial phone consultation, I knew immediately that he was the the right fit for all that needed to be accomplished. It was around the holidays. Mr. McDonald went above and beyond the typical duties that involve getting an Estate opened. He stayed involved and was on top of every aspect regarding the Estate throughout the entire process. He followed through with getting the Estate closed in a timely fashion. Mr. McDonald was very professional and knew exactly what to do and how to handle the Estate. He was always informative and reliable. Mr. McDonald always personally returned my phone calls and my emails in a timely manner. His staff was very pleasant and a joy to work with during a very hard time in my life. He kept me up to date on anything that needed to be done. He took the time to answer any questions or concerns that I had. Dealing with the loss of a loved one is a challenge within itself but Mr. McDonald put my mind at ease. I felt comfortable and confident knowing that he was the attorney handling my Mothers Estate during a very hard and difficult ordeal. I highly recommend Mr. Andre McDonald for any and all of your Estate needs.

Evay
July 7, 2021

I reached out to Mr. McDonald for information on a living trust. I was planning to interview two other attorneys, but decided not to after having all of my questions answered by Mr. McDonald. He is very knowledgable and has been able to assist me with other matters. I would recommend McDonald Law Firm to anyone that is looking for a great estate planning attorney.

Debra
July 7, 2021

I am at peace and strengthened in the knowledge that all  will be taken care of when the time is right because of how well Andre carried out and cared for my concerns during the estate planning process. I know there will be no need  for doubts, fears, confusion conflicts or family legal attacks at a time of loss because of his excellent work and professionalism.   I highly recommend the Macdonald Law Firm if you want to ensure your matters will be well-taken care of, and be given the outcomes in the way I have described.  Andre is talented, re-assuring, takes the time to explain each, terminology, issue, concept; answers troubling questions and will put everything in order and in place for you.  You can rely on him and the services he provides. I did. Your estate planning wishes will be in very good hands. talented Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device

Guy
June 8, 2021

Mr. McDonald did an outstanding job of drafting my last will and testament and other estate planning documents. He was extremely responsive, knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with.

anonymous
December 8, 2021

From my initial contact with his law office until I first met with Andre was less than a week. From start to finish the trust was done in 3 weeks. He was very thorough at explaining exactly what the trust contained and answered all my questions. He is very pleasant to work with.

anonymous
November 23, 2021

I highly recommend Andre McDonald, McDonald Law Firm, LLC, and his estate planning expertise. He provided advance information on the laws for estate planning, options and resources to consider based on my personal circumstances, answered my questions fully and patiently, I had a lot of questions. My final Living Trust document was well-organized and easy to navigate.

Gerald
November 15, 2021

Mr. McDonald represented us by drafting our Joint Revocable Living Trust and Ancillary Documents (Powers of Attorney, Healthcare Powers of Attorney, Living Wills, HIPAA Authorizations and other legal documents). During our initial consultation Andre was extremely professional, and provided us with the information we needed to address our situation. We are very satisfied with the service and documents he drafted and provided to us and would highly recommend his services.

Milton
October 31, 2021

Andre helped us create our family trust. He was flexible to prepare the documents based on our situation and needs. We like how Andre took the time to explain all the "ins and outs" of trust creation. He had time to clear up an issue with our financial consultant's understanding of the trust. Most of all, he was available and responsive to our questions. We will continue to utilize his legal advice because we trust his judgement.

Betty
August 15, 2021

Andre was very kind; very approachable and kept in very close contact with us throughout the entire development of our Medicaid Trust. He was always very responsive to each of our requests whether by phone or email. When my husband became seriously ill and all his financial and direct care provision needs became my personal responsibility, our family lawyer from the previous state we lived in recommended Andre to my daughter and myself. Being new to this area, we truly could not have been more fortunate to receive his services. I would highly recommend him to fully assist you in developing your complete Estate Plan and getting all the necessary documents prepared. You will be so glad you did and your family will thank you forever for getting these preparations/affairs in order.

Astrid
July 19, 2021

Andre McDonald was very clear in explaining the details of the various trust and estate documents. The turn around time was fast. He I earned my trust and confidence. I would recommend him highly.

Melanie
July 9, 2021

Unfortunately my Mother passed away without having a Will or any of her Estate affairs in order. Prior to my mothers passing I had never handled an Estate before. I contacted a few attorneys but didn't feel they were the right fit for all of the complications pertaining to the Estate. Some attorney's weren't even willing to take it on. A neighbor of mine (who is an attorney) suggested that I contact Mr. Andre McDonald to handle my Mothers Estate. After our initial phone consultation, I knew immediately that he was the the right fit for all that needed to be accomplished. It was around the holidays. Mr. McDonald went above and beyond the typical duties that involve getting an Estate opened. He stayed involved and was on top of every aspect regarding the Estate throughout the entire process. He followed through with getting the Estate closed in a timely fashion. Mr. McDonald was very professional and knew exactly what to do and how to handle the Estate. He was always informative and reliable. Mr. McDonald always personally returned my phone calls and my emails in a timely manner. His staff was very pleasant and a joy to work with during a very hard time in my life. He kept me up to date on anything that needed to be done. He took the time to answer any questions or concerns that I had. Dealing with the loss of a loved one is a challenge within itself but Mr. McDonald put my mind at ease. I felt comfortable and confident knowing that he was the attorney handling my Mothers Estate during a very hard and difficult ordeal. I highly recommend Mr. Andre McDonald for any and all of your Estate needs.

Evay
July 7, 2021

I reached out to Mr. McDonald for information on a living trust. I was planning to interview two other attorneys, but decided not to after having all of my questions answered by Mr. McDonald. He is very knowledgable and has been able to assist me with other matters. I would recommend McDonald Law Firm to anyone that is looking for a great estate planning attorney.

Debra
July 7, 2021

I am at peace and strengthened in the knowledge that all  will be taken care of when the time is right because of how well Andre carried out and cared for my concerns during the estate planning process. I know there will be no need  for doubts, fears, confusion conflicts or family legal attacks at a time of loss because of his excellent work and professionalism.   I highly recommend the Macdonald Law Firm if you want to ensure your matters will be well-taken care of, and be given the outcomes in the way I have described.  Andre is talented, re-assuring, takes the time to explain each, terminology, issue, concept; answers troubling questions and will put everything in order and in place for you.  You can rely on him and the services he provides. I did. Your estate planning wishes will be in very good hands. talented Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device

Guy
June 8, 2021

Mr. McDonald did an outstanding job of drafting my last will and testament and other estate planning documents. He was extremely responsive, knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with.

anonymous
December 8, 2021

From my initial contact with his law office until I first met with Andre was less than a week. From start to finish the trust was done in 3 weeks. He was very thorough at explaining exactly what the trust contained and answered all my questions. He is very pleasant to work with.

anonymous
November 23, 2021

I highly recommend Andre McDonald, McDonald Law Firm, LLC, and his estate planning expertise. He provided advance information on the laws for estate planning, options and resources to consider based on my personal circumstances, answered my questions fully and patiently, I had a lot of questions. My final Living Trust document was well-organized and easy to navigate.

Gerald
November 15, 2021

Mr. McDonald represented us by drafting our Joint Revocable Living Trust and Ancillary Documents (Powers of Attorney, Healthcare Powers of Attorney, Living Wills, HIPAA Authorizations and other legal documents). During our initial consultation Andre was extremely professional, and provided us with the information we needed to address our situation. We are very satisfied with the service and documents he drafted and provided to us and would highly recommend his services.

Milton
October 31, 2021

Andre helped us create our family trust. He was flexible to prepare the documents based on our situation and needs. We like how Andre took the time to explain all the "ins and outs" of trust creation. He had time to clear up an issue with our financial consultant's understanding of the trust. Most of all, he was available and responsive to our questions. We will continue to utilize his legal advice because we trust his judgement.

Betty
August 15, 2021

Andre was very kind; very approachable and kept in very close contact with us throughout the entire development of our Medicaid Trust. He was always very responsive to each of our requests whether by phone or email. When my husband became seriously ill and all his financial and direct care provision needs became my personal responsibility, our family lawyer from the previous state we lived in recommended Andre to my daughter and myself. Being new to this area, we truly could not have been more fortunate to receive his services. I would highly recommend him to fully assist you in developing your complete Estate Plan and getting all the necessary documents prepared. You will be so glad you did and your family will thank you forever for getting these preparations/affairs in order.

Astrid
July 19, 2021

Andre McDonald was very clear in explaining the details of the various trust and estate documents. The turn around time was fast. He I earned my trust and confidence. I would recommend him highly.

Melanie
July 9, 2021

Unfortunately my Mother passed away without having a Will or any of her Estate affairs in order. Prior to my mothers passing I had never handled an Estate before. I contacted a few attorneys but didn't feel they were the right fit for all of the complications pertaining to the Estate. Some attorney's weren't even willing to take it on. A neighbor of mine (who is an attorney) suggested that I contact Mr. Andre McDonald to handle my Mothers Estate. After our initial phone consultation, I knew immediately that he was the the right fit for all that needed to be accomplished. It was around the holidays. Mr. McDonald went above and beyond the typical duties that involve getting an Estate opened. He stayed involved and was on top of every aspect regarding the Estate throughout the entire process. He followed through with getting the Estate closed in a timely fashion. Mr. McDonald was very professional and knew exactly what to do and how to handle the Estate. He was always informative and reliable. Mr. McDonald always personally returned my phone calls and my emails in a timely manner. His staff was very pleasant and a joy to work with during a very hard time in my life. He kept me up to date on anything that needed to be done. He took the time to answer any questions or concerns that I had. Dealing with the loss of a loved one is a challenge within itself but Mr. McDonald put my mind at ease. I felt comfortable and confident knowing that he was the attorney handling my Mothers Estate during a very hard and difficult ordeal. I highly recommend Mr. Andre McDonald for any and all of your Estate needs.

Evay
July 7, 2021

I reached out to Mr. McDonald for information on a living trust. I was planning to interview two other attorneys, but decided not to after having all of my questions answered by Mr. McDonald. He is very knowledgable and has been able to assist me with other matters. I would recommend McDonald Law Firm to anyone that is looking for a great estate planning attorney.

Debra
July 7, 2021

I am at peace and strengthened in the knowledge that all  will be taken care of when the time is right because of how well Andre carried out and cared for my concerns during the estate planning process. I know there will be no need  for doubts, fears, confusion conflicts or family legal attacks at a time of loss because of his excellent work and professionalism.   I highly recommend the Macdonald Law Firm if you want to ensure your matters will be well-taken care of, and be given the outcomes in the way I have described.  Andre is talented, re-assuring, takes the time to explain each, terminology, issue, concept; answers troubling questions and will put everything in order and in place for you.  You can rely on him and the services he provides. I did. Your estate planning wishes will be in very good hands. talented Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device

Guy
June 8, 2021

Mr. McDonald did an outstanding job of drafting my last will and testament and other estate planning documents. He was extremely responsive, knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with.

anonymous
December 8, 2021

From my initial contact with his law office until I first met with Andre was less than a week. From start to finish the trust was done in 3 weeks. He was very thorough at explaining exactly what the trust contained and answered all my questions. He is very pleasant to work with.

anonymous
November 23, 2021

I highly recommend Andre McDonald, McDonald Law Firm, LLC, and his estate planning expertise. He provided advance information on the laws for estate planning, options and resources to consider based on my personal circumstances, answered my questions fully and patiently, I had a lot of questions. My final Living Trust document was well-organized and easy to navigate.

Gerald
November 15, 2021

Mr. McDonald represented us by drafting our Joint Revocable Living Trust and Ancillary Documents (Powers of Attorney, Healthcare Powers of Attorney, Living Wills, HIPAA Authorizations and other legal documents). During our initial consultation Andre was extremely professional, and provided us with the information we needed to address our situation. We are very satisfied with the service and documents he drafted and provided to us and would highly recommend his services.

Milton
October 31, 2021

Andre helped us create our family trust. He was flexible to prepare the documents based on our situation and needs. We like how Andre took the time to explain all the "ins and outs" of trust creation. He had time to clear up an issue with our financial consultant's understanding of the trust. Most of all, he was available and responsive to our questions. We will continue to utilize his legal advice because we trust his judgement.

Betty
August 15, 2021

Andre was very kind; very approachable and kept in very close contact with us throughout the entire development of our Medicaid Trust. He was always very responsive to each of our requests whether by phone or email. When my husband became seriously ill and all his financial and direct care provision needs became my personal responsibility, our family lawyer from the previous state we lived in recommended Andre to my daughter and myself. Being new to this area, we truly could not have been more fortunate to receive his services. I would highly recommend him to fully assist you in developing your complete Estate Plan and getting all the necessary documents prepared. You will be so glad you did and your family will thank you forever for getting these preparations/affairs in order.

Astrid
July 19, 2021

Andre McDonald was very clear in explaining the details of the various trust and estate documents. The turn around time was fast. He I earned my trust and confidence. I would recommend him highly.

Melanie
July 9, 2021

Unfortunately my Mother passed away without having a Will or any of her Estate affairs in order. Prior to my mothers passing I had never handled an Estate before. I contacted a few attorneys but didn't feel they were the right fit for all of the complications pertaining to the Estate. Some attorney's weren't even willing to take it on. A neighbor of mine (who is an attorney) suggested that I contact Mr. Andre McDonald to handle my Mothers Estate. After our initial phone consultation, I knew immediately that he was the the right fit for all that needed to be accomplished. It was around the holidays. Mr. McDonald went above and beyond the typical duties that involve getting an Estate opened. He stayed involved and was on top of every aspect regarding the Estate throughout the entire process. He followed through with getting the Estate closed in a timely fashion. Mr. McDonald was very professional and knew exactly what to do and how to handle the Estate. He was always informative and reliable. Mr. McDonald always personally returned my phone calls and my emails in a timely manner. His staff was very pleasant and a joy to work with during a very hard time in my life. He kept me up to date on anything that needed to be done. He took the time to answer any questions or concerns that I had. Dealing with the loss of a loved one is a challenge within itself but Mr. McDonald put my mind at ease. I felt comfortable and confident knowing that he was the attorney handling my Mothers Estate during a very hard and difficult ordeal. I highly recommend Mr. Andre McDonald for any and all of your Estate needs.

Evay
July 7, 2021

I reached out to Mr. McDonald for information on a living trust. I was planning to interview two other attorneys, but decided not to after having all of my questions answered by Mr. McDonald. He is very knowledgable and has been able to assist me with other matters. I would recommend McDonald Law Firm to anyone that is looking for a great estate planning attorney.

Debra
July 7, 2021

I am at peace and strengthened in the knowledge that all  will be taken care of when the time is right because of how well Andre carried out and cared for my concerns during the estate planning process. I know there will be no need  for doubts, fears, confusion conflicts or family legal attacks at a time of loss because of his excellent work and professionalism.   I highly recommend the Macdonald Law Firm if you want to ensure your matters will be well-taken care of, and be given the outcomes in the way I have described.  Andre is talented, re-assuring, takes the time to explain each, terminology, issue, concept; answers troubling questions and will put everything in order and in place for you.  You can rely on him and the services he provides. I did. Your estate planning wishes will be in very good hands. talented Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device

Guy
June 8, 2021

Mr. McDonald did an outstanding job of drafting my last will and testament and other estate planning documents. He was extremely responsive, knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with.