About Afshin

Afshin Pishevar practices personal injury regulation at Pishevar & Associates, P.C. in Rockville, Maryland. He has been a licensed attorney since 1993 and has built a numerous practice that consists of medical negligence claims, felony regulation, DUI & DWI, family regulation, divorce, insolvency, business law, labor law, immigration law, and civil rights. His company is dedicated to serving clients throughout Maryland and Washington, D.C., offering comprehensive legal advocacy throughout various areas of law. He obtained his Juris Doctor from Cleveland State University Cleveland-Marshall College of Law in 1993, following a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Maryland - College Park in 1989. His legal career began with a summer clerkship in 1992, and he quickly progressed through roles as a law clerk and screener before being admitted to practice law.

Over the years, he has gained experience in more than one legal fields. This lets the lawyer approach instances with a nicely-rounded point of view. Most of his practice focuses on personal injury cases, where he advocates for clients who've suffered harm because of negligence. He also handles complex medical negligence claims claims, making sure that victims receive the compensation they deserve. In addition to private damage, he addresses a number of felony law things, which includes DUI & DWI instances, providing protection for clients dealing with critical charges. His household regulation practice encompasses divorce and custody problems, emphasizing an empathetic approach to sensitive household things.

Before founding Pishevar & Associates in 2017, he served as the Founding Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel for any other company, the place he developed his strategic legal abilities. He also held the position of Chief Strategic Advisor, in addition improving his expertise in legal strategy and operations. His army background as a commissioned officer within the JAG Corps adds a completely unique dimension to his practice. This offers a disciplined strategy to legal challenges. He is an active member of several legal institutions, which includes the District of Columbia Bar, the American Inns of Court, and the Maryland State Bar. His involvement in these organizations supports his staying knowledgeable approximately the latest developments within the area of law.

He is also a member of the American Trial Lawyers Association and the Iranian American Bar Association, amongst others. With a profession spanning over 3 many years, Afshin Pishevar continues to recommend for his clients with commitment and professionalism. His extensive legal knowledge, combined with his numerous areas of practice, positions him as a precious useful resource for individuals seeking legal help in Maryland and Washington, D.C. He remains committed to offering excessive-high quality legal services while handling the necessities of the regulation for his clients.

Education

Cleveland State University Cleveland-Marshall College of Law

J.D. (1993)

University of Maryland - College Park

B.A. (1989)

Languages

English (Spoken)

Experience

CEO & Co-Founder

SIZZLE
2019

Chief Strategic Advisor

McLEAR
2017

Founder

Umojify
2017

Founding Chief Legal Officer & General Counsel

Hyperloop One
2014

Commissioned Officer - CAPTAIN/O-3 - JAG Corps - Reserves

Maryland Defense Force (MDDF)
2013

Lawyer

Alexander, Gephardt, Aponte & Marks
1993

Law Clerk-Screener

State Lawyer s Office for Montgomery County, Md
1993

Summer Law Clerk

United States District Court, Northern District of Ohio, Senior Judge Alvin I. Krenzler & Chief Judge Thomas D. Lambros
1992

Law Clerk

Legal Aid Society, Cleveland & Painseville, OH
1991

Pishevar & Associates, P.C.

Accepted Jurisdictions

Washington, D.C.
Maryland
U.S. Supreme Court
4th Circuit
Federal Circuit

Court Admissions

U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Supreme Court
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit U.S. Circuit Court
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit U.S. Circuit Court
Maryland Circuit Court State Trial Court
District of Columbia Superior Court State Trial Court

Types of Cases Handled

Personal Injury Medical Malpractice Criminal Law DUI & DWI Family Law Divorce Bankruptcy Business Law Employment Law Immigration Law Civil Rights

Legal Services Scope

Initial Filing Discovery Trial Appeals

Professional Associations

District of Columbia Bar

has membership Current

American Inns of Court

has membership Current

Montgomery County Bar Association

has membership Current

American Trial Lawyers Association (ATLA)

has membership Current

Maryland State Bar

has membership Current

District of Columbia Bar Association

has membership Current

Maryland Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

has membership Current

Iranian American Bar Association

has membership Current

American Bar Association

has membership Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 226 N Adams St Rockville MD 20850