Aggressive And Affordable Advocacy For Family Law And Criminal Defense

The lawyer at the Law Offices of Michael Gast aggressively represents clients in divorce, alimony, child custody, domestic violence, military and high-asset divorce, and criminal defense cases. Attorney Michael Gast has been serving families in Frederick for over 30 years, providing the personalized touch they need when facing life-changing challenges.

Trusted Legal Support For Divorce, Alimony, Child Custody, Domestic Violence, Military And High-Asset Divorce, And Criminal Defense In Frederick

Dedicated Legal Representation When Clients Need It Most

At the Law Offices of Michael Gast, clients find dedicated legal representation in Frederick for both family law and criminal defense matters. Founding attorney Michael Gast handles a wide range of family law issues, including divorce, alimony arrangements, child custody determinations and domestic violence cases. He also provides services for complex situations, such as military divorces as well as high-asset divorces, which require careful financial consideration.

In addition, attorney Gast delivers strong defense for those facing traffic violations and driving while intoxicated (DWI)/driving under the influence (DUI) charges. He helps clients understand their options while working to minimize the charges’ potential impact on their driving privileges and personal records. He understands that legal challenges often arrive during life’s most stressful moments. That is why he provides personalized attention to each case, ensuring that clients receive clear communication throughout the legal process.

Dedicated Legal Representation When Clients Need It Most

At the Law Offices of Michael Gast, clients find dedicated legal representation in Frederick for both family law and criminal defense matters. Founding attorney Michael Gast handles a wide range of family law issues, including divorce, alimony arrangements, child custody determinations and domestic violence cases. He also provides services for complex situations, such as military divorces as well as high-asset divorces, which require careful financial consideration.

In addition, attorney Gast delivers strong defense for those facing traffic violations and driving while intoxicated (DWI)/driving under the influence (DUI) charges. He helps clients understand their options while working to minimize the charges’ potential impact on their driving privileges and personal records. He understands that legal challenges often arrive during life’s most stressful moments. That is why he provides personalized attention to each case, ensuring that clients receive clear communication throughout the legal process.

Strategic Advocacy From Both Sides Of The Courtroom

Attorney Gast brings a distinctive background to his practice of divorce law and criminal defense. Coming from a family of lawyers that has been serving the local community since 1950, he continues this legacy of legal service. His career began as a prosecutor before he served as in-house counsel for an Oregon construction company, handling divorce cases. He returned to Maryland in 2004 and eventually established his own firm. Today, he is licensed in Maryland and Oregon, and he is also a published author.

Attorney Gast’s diverse experiences taught him when to be aggressive and when to defend. Clients benefit from his strategic approach, which combines prosecutorial insight with tenacious advocacy in challenging legal situations. He remains accessible beyond standard office hours, providing clients with his personal cellphone number for direct contact during emergencies.

Attorney Gast’s Practice Areas

Attorney Gast’s
Practice Areas

Divorce

Alimony

Child Custody

Domestic Violence

Military Divorce

Property Division/High-Asset Divorce

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What Clients Are Saying

“Mr. Gast is the BEST lawyer I have ever worked with. By far he met all my expectations may have even exceeded them! If you have needs for seperation/divorce this is your man! Great job, keep it up.” – Claude

Schedule Your Free Consultation Today

To schedule a free initial consultation, fill out the intake form or contact theLaw Offices of Michael Gast at 301-732-6410. The Frederick, Maryland, office is open Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Free parking is available. Evening and weekend hours are also available, by appointment only. In addition, clients can visit the firm’s Hagerstown office by appointment.

The firm offers affordable payment plans to help clients manage legal expenses. Attorney Gast represents individuals and families in Frederick, Washington, Carroll, Allegany and Montgomery counties.

Standing With Frederick Families Through Legal Challenges