Patrick was exactly who I needed. He was attentive, communicative, and extremely knowledgeable and professional. I felt confident in my representation the entire time and I would recommend him to anyone in need.

Great customer service provided great counseling.

Shawn Gritz is outstanding in every way. He is expert at legal counsel, excellent at explaining processes and options to those without his legal background, and is friendly and engaging to work with. These qualities are invaluable and particularly appreciated at a time when legal issues are causing stress. He is absolutely the best lawyer I have ever worked with.

Great customer services, good lawyers

Very professional! Definitely was a pleasure!

5 Tickets total and got dismissed
I’m a out of state driver who got into an accident in MD. The police officer gave me 5 tickets total which will cause suspending my driver license.
I did some research on AVVO and contacted Mr. Hanifin base on his awesome reviews and his experience with traffic cases. He answered all of my concerns and very responsive, care and professional. He used all different type of resources to help my case. In court he worked hard to have my case dismissed.
He was able to represent me at the court without my appearance which saved me another trip to MD.
I have absolute confidence in suggesting Attorney Hanifin.

Shawn Gritz is absolutely one of the best, if not the best criminal defense attorneys in Maryland. Shawn was very positive and motivating through the whole process. Will push for everything in your favor. He is also very reasonable when it comes to cost and would even give you a deal. I don’t know your legal issues but I do know that if have any, you need Shawn Gritz on your side.

Patrick Hanifin won my case easily for a traffic violation cited against me due to an auto collision. He covered all of possible scenarios in our consultation before court so I felt confident about the options before going. The case ended up being extremely quick. The other driver as a witness couldn't identify me, and I believe felt a little nervous that I had counsel to represent me. The judge dismissed the case after my denial of the events, and I left within 20 mins. It was well worth the money to have Patrick. I didn't have to pay the traffic ticket, but more importantly I didn't have to worry about getting points on my license and my auto insurance rates skyrocketing.

G.H S. is the BEST Criminal Law Firm one can ever find in the DMV area and probably across the nation. They do have the laws of the land on their finger tips, and once they hear the CHARGES leveled against you, they definitely know which point to Aggressively Tackle your case from and stand side by side with you in the court room until the prosecutor/judge has nothing more to say. And you would be Crowned with Victory in the court before the prosecutors and the judges, by winning your case. Regardless of the kind of CRIME you've gotten yourself or someone else has gotten you into.
I'm a great beneficiary and a tremendous recipient of their great jobs being done, so I can therefore stand tall with my chest out and share my experience. The G.H.S. have a Great Track Record and Documented proof of how God Almight used them to set me free and Expunged negative charges from mine records.They can defend the UNDER and the UNDEFENDABLE folks in our communities and the world at large. They are the voice crying in the court at this material time to speak and talk the law into the hearing of prosecutors/judges to their hearing and understanding to drop or dismiss the charges leveled against you in the court of law.
However, if anyone needs a Criminal Lawyer or an Attorney to Defend you in any criminal case that's the Direction you should be looking at and Heading to.

Henry Shih represented me in a car accident. As soon as I talked to Henry my anxiety went away. He was very sharp and professional. Henry projects confidence in his presentation. I was extremely pleased and relieved.

I recently was represented by Henry Shih, he made me feel so secure nothing was going to happen to me especially since I was completely falsely accused. He then told me he could help me get the accusation off of my record, meaning expunged. That is very beneficial to me because I plan on applying for jobs in the biotech industry within the upcoming month and cannot have some false accusation mar my record. Henry Shih promptly got in touch with me after receiving my case and then he made sure to stay in contact. I was very pleased, you can tell when some one cares about other people and when someone doesn't, Henry Shih seems to be one of those people who cares.

Mr. Patrick Hanifin is professional, honest and kind. I hired him because our landlord refused to return the security deposit. Patrick got full security deposit back. I appreciate his timely communication and negotiation. I highly recommend him.

Mister shih was Very professional and compassionate he had a lot to overcome and very little to work with even fighting an extradition charge and winning ! would use again 10/10 CGH

It was my first time to hire a lawyer for traffic ticket. I found him online and read all the reviews associated with him. I decided to trust the reviews and hired him. I did not regret it. Patrick was very knowledgeable and explained to me the possible outcomes of my case. I really appreciate working with him. As of today, i will definitively go back to him if I have any other traffic case.

I have had the pleasure of working with Patrick Hanifin on several landlord tenant matters, such as failure to pay rent, tenant holding over, peace orders, and several DHCA cases. Every occasion I have worked with Mr. Hanifin has been a great experience with favorable outcome. He is very knowledgeable in landlord-tenant matters and is tactical when dealing with complicated disputes such as mine. He is responsive, full of good advice, and fair I would say on pricing. He is always beyond prepared and communicates regularly without ever leaving you wondering or in doubt . He works efficiently and effectively all the while giving you the time, and one on one attention you need to ensure your questions are properly answered, that you receive timely updates and that you have the most effective strategy in order.

Hiring him was the best decision and peace of mind for me. I have won every single trial in the dispute. If you're looking for an expert in the legal field whom you can trust, I would highly recommend Mr. Hanifin for his services.

Shawn has helped our family with a couple of issues over the years. He listens to what we need and is professional, efficient, confidant and reassuring. He fights each case with tenacity and is well prepared throughout the case. He and his law firm go above and beyond and exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend Shawn Gritz and his firm Gritz, Hanifin & Shih, LLC!!

I hired Patrick Hanifin to represent me in a criminal and civil filing. Patrick was highly ethical, professional, and respectful and made me feel at ease during conversations about my case. I felt throughout the process that he constantly was looking out for my best interest even when discussing fee arrangements. Patrick was an effective communicator in explaining processes to follow in a criminal and civil matter related to a neighborly dispute. He listened closely to my concerns and discussed pros and cons of potential outcomes prior to and during the civil trial. Patrick was quite prepared for trial and has a strong grasp of criminal and civil laws and exhibited a polished presence at my trial. We prevailed in court when Patrick won my civil case. I highly recommend Patrick Hanifin.

My family and I have known Shawn Gritz for approximately 10 years. His legal expertise and his professionalness has been invaluable in guiding our family through the bumps of life. He has always been there for any emergency and has always been just a phone call away.

Honest and very professional, recommend them for all your court needs.

Great service, outcome, and prince !
Patrick Hanifin represented my daughter in her trial at the District Court in Montgomery County Md for a criminal citation. The final court outcome was certainly welcomed and what we had hoped for. We really appreciated how he handled everything, such as his counseling with my daughter, and his timely communications with us. He took his time talking with us throughout the handling of the case, had a very good knowledge of the process, and charged a very reasonable fee. We felt really good having him handling the case and highly recommend him !

Patrick Hanifin was phenomenal to work with. He was logical and kept in mind what would be best for me and my situation. He gave me all of the facts that he could in our limited time so that I could make the most informed decision that I possibly could.

It was just a pleasure to work with Shawn Gritz and his entire law firm. I had an issue resulting from an auto accident. Per Shawn's expert advice, I decided to fight my ticket in court with his representation. The firm handled all of the details. After about ten minutes of Shawn's defense, the judge ruled in my favor!

I would refer Mr. Gritz and his firm to anyone who needs a lawyer in Moco! He made the process easy to understand , not to mention the fact that we had a favorable outcome!

Patrick is first class. Honest, patient, knowledgeable, and professional. I recommend him to anyone. 10 stars!!!

Weather or whether?

A minor matter that didn’t get out of control to become a major headache…. During a major weather event that had power knocked out several times, Mr. Shih was in the local central processing unit dealing with another client, when communication resulted in my ability to contact and ultimately retain him. Not only where the local connections between Mr. Shih and the local legal community present, but an understanding the working of the local legal system and strategies that could be successfully employed were present as well. Complete changes in strategy due to new evidence/understanding resulting in substantial dismissal of matters, a pivot initiated by the observations of Mr. Shih. Representation during trial that resulted in a favorable outcome, without having to testify, based on a reasonable understand of the facts. I would love to think I could have achieved the same outcome, however the reality is without the knowledge of the process, the chances of this are slim, and the reality of the matter to escalating into a major headache was always a concern.

Sean is an amazing guy and out of this world lawyer. He's got your back 110% of the way! If you're in need of help, give my dude Sean a call.

I contacted Gritz, Hanifin, and Shih because I needed guidance. They returned my call immediately and scheduled an appointment to meet with me the following day. They were very polite and professional. I worked directly with Patrick Hanifin. He gave me all my options during our appointments and I never felt rushed when speaking to him. Prior to attending court, Mr. Hanifin shared with me what to expect. He did an amazing job representing me and making me feel comfortable during the entire length of the case. He promised a win and he delivered!

Having worked with the firm on various legal matters, I highly recommend them based on their strong work ethic and exceptional professionalism.

Shawn is very professional, experienced, and personal. He gave me excellent advice and made all details of my case easy to understand. I thank him for all he did to turn my legal woes into a positive outcome.

This is the law firm to contact if you are looking to retain a criminal defense attorney; they did a remarkable job.
Five stars with full confidence!

From the very first moments I walked into Shawn Gritz office I had a good feeling. He was pleasant and had a big smile. We immediately got to work on my case. He listened patiently and asked the right questions. He explained to me how we were going to win this case. He was more than friendly he was competent and professional. And yes we did win! A good lawyer. I recommend him highly.

Shawn Gritz is the best defense attorney ever! He won my case. He really cared and fought hard to win. He walked me through every step.His passion for winning was evident every time we met and he assured me that I was going to me ok. I really trust him. He is very professional and knowledgeable and with so much experience.

I had used this law office for different matters in the last year . Mr. Gritz and Henry Shih very professional and punctual lawyer’s hands down they helped me in my traffic Related cases. Patrick is also very knowledgeable and was able to assist me with my eviction case . I recommend this law office and I will definitely be a returning client for any future needs!

Mr. Patrick Hanifin is a fantastic lawyer and he does great work. He contacted and prepared me for everything I would need to know for my court date in advanced. I was very honored to work with. He took ever into is hands and took great care of everything inside the courtroom. I was pleased to leave with the results I was looking for. I would highly recommend Mr. Hanifin and his firm and I will be surely to seek his assistance again if needed in the future.

I had a case that pretty much every lawyer i talked to told me i was going to have to appear in court. Problem with that is i live and work in south Carolina. I was also told i was still going to have to pay some fines even with their legal defense. I hired Patrick for my case, cleared up what i needed to take care of on my end, and he got my entire case dismissed. No appearance or fines. Definetely worth what i paid for their representation.

These attorneys truly care about their clients and their hard work reflects this.

Patrick Hanifin of Gritz, Hanifin, & Shih provided us excellent service, demonstrating professionalism and personal attention to all details related to one of our tenants that had stopped paying their rent. Patrick's attitude to the work he does not only saved us money by dealing with the situation quickly, but it also helped us to avoid other problems a landlord cannot foresee. I would 100% use Patrick and Gritz, Hanifin, & Shih in the future.

When I needed a good defense attorney I started doing some research and was able to disqualify several attorneys just from talking to them on the phone. I met face to face with my top 3 choices and Patrick Hanifin was one of them. I was looking for an attorney that was a good listener, demonstrated a strong understanding of the laws relating to my situation, and had a common-sense approach to help present my case to the courts. Patrick blew away the competition, it wasn't even close! After meeting with him I felt confident I would get a good result. He reduced my anxiety substantially because I was so confident in his ability. Patrick is very easy to talk to and responds promptly to your calls and emails. His fees are very reasonable and he even set me up with a payment plan. I am very satisfied with the outcome in court and I couldn't have done it without Patrick. Patrick is amazing! 5 Star service all the way!

Shawn is fantastic! He is great at listening to issues and providing helpful guidance. He has a lot of experience and truly understands all the implications involved in the law. I highly recommend him!

I consulted Mr. Patrick when I had a criminal citation. I found him professional, patient and very helpful in my trial. His experience and the level of attention to the matter was unmatched. I spoke to 5 different lawyers before I decided to go with Patrick. I felt good having him handling the case and I couldn’t be happier for the outcome which resulted in not only my case being dismissed but expunged from my records. It would not have been possible if it wasn’t for Patrick. His very knowledgeable when it comes to court processes and all aspects of the law, extremely courteous and a very good listener. I am grateful for his help and would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a good attorney.

Please note that I am a writer, though this is being written from a smartphone. Forgive the length of this review, but note that quality demands depth.

My previous representation for a series of charges was the firm of Armstrong, Cheris and Miss Jennifer Page. I complete her name because she was the only one I hired personally, specifically a few years later.

All three of those wonderful professionals have shortcomings and egos that are difficult to manage during times of serious consequence and duress. They did great work for me and I thank them; this is simply here to illustrate that I have had considerable prior representation.

Mr. Henry Shih and Mr. Patrick Hanifin will be my attorneys Hinc In Supremum (latin) since their work has seen me clear of serious charges, thriving, unsupervised probation.

I met Mr. Henry Shih as he volunteered for the Office of the Public Defender; he represented me better than I allowed him to, actually. Mind you we had just met in the underbelly of District Court..

I had already had a job at Clarksburg, so I'd been in at least a month. It was over a mutual protective order violation, technically domestic violence, which means that her and I had protective orders against each other, and police automatically arrest and charge both parties, no discretion allowed.

Mr. Shih straight away recognized that I was the decent party in this situation and insisted that we go to trial, something that no private attorney has offered the willingness to do. My own wariness of further incarceration via Montgomery County insisted we plea as that would take less time, and I accepted responsibility for my end. I was released by Judge William's and was very much impressed by Henry Shih that I hired him for matters yet to occur.

I'm no scumbag, you see. German School in Potomac before graduating from Gonzaga and eventually Maryland in College Park, before my senior year at Gonzaga I tragically lost both parents, and my record reflects that substance abuse has ushered me to Prisons, Institutions, but thankfully not the ultimate just yet.

Henry, and his partner Mr. Patrick Hanifin, are younger men than the established relics that grace the defense stands of Montgomery County for its citizens, however, they are professionals and personable. Sincere and on the level. (The first time I met Mr. Hanifin it was a 90° day and I didnt realize that I had essentially sweat through and onto his blazer which was on my chair.) He undoubtedly must have, but instead he pulled up all case searches and provided solid legal advice. Most importantly, the pair offered pro-bono services for an upcoming DUI case.

All together, I faced 4 separate charges (4 separate court dates) including felonies, which were reduced to restitution because, you see, it was a three-week binge of a drug I had never imbibed: Phencyclidine. PCP. 4 charges beginning in May, including the DWI which was dropped to the lesser Driving whilst being a moron I believe (ONLY 8 points MVA style)

Mr. Shih represented me exclusively, except for two occasions when Patric Hanifin represented me.
It was a video bond review and if Pat did not argue for me to judge Wulfe (if my memory and spelling serve correct) I would have stayed locked up for 3 more weeks.

These are outstabding attorneys; the main point to me is that they are great and personable men. If this contains grammatical errors it is because I did not review my wor . They would have.

Mr. Hanifin is an excellent lawyer who does great work. He prepared me for everything I would need to know for my court date and was very pleasant to work with. Mr. Hanifin took great care of everything for the trial and was able to get the result I was looking for, as well as assure me that anything to come up after the trial could be taken care of as well. I cannot recommend Mr. Hanifin highly enough, and will be sure to seek his assistance again if need be.

shawn help me out for the traffic stop he is really understanding and also listen to everything you have to say. he helped me to get my case dismissed from speeding ticket,on suspended , he is very helpful guys i would strongly reccomend him for anything needed he is there and very reliable if any questions give him a call he is worth it for it all !!

Got my case sorted in a short period of time. Shawn really helped my first court case and was able to win my case.

Shawn Gritz was referred to me by a friend. He was professional, knowledgeable, and personable. He was attentive to my situation and helped me understand my options and ultimately led me to a successful outcome. I would highly recommend Shawn.

Shawn Gritz is an awesome lawyer. The way he handled my case was superb. I entered his office the same day when I was cited . He listened to me and started working on it even before the case was registered. He kept me informed about the situation, told me a few thing to do which helped my case to get dismissed. He was in the court well ahead of time to talk to me and explain all possible options. At the end, He got my case dismissed and it was a big sigh of relief for me. He is very proactive in his job, always responds on time. He is the best lawyer.

We consulted with Gritz, Hanifin& Shih for a legal question and found them to be extremely knowledgeable and helpful. They were very professional and analyzed our issue and answered all of our questions in a clear and easy to understand way.

Mr. Hanifin got the job done!! He is very professional, knowledgeable and thouroug!! He is who you need in your corner.

Mr. Hanifin took my case and the outcome was terrific. Would 100% hire him again if needed.

These guys go to bat for their clients, every time. Solid group of guys fighting the good fight.

A DUI, DWI and 5 other traffic offenses (totaling 7 in all). I wasn’t guilty, and I knew only a very good lawyer could help me establish the facts, properly. I hired Patrick Hanifin and it was the best decision I made. Hanifin worked wonders and 6 of 7 charges were dropped. I only paid a fine for the far lesser offense and the DUI/DWI were dropped. Believe me when I say he is reliable, consistent, knowledgeable about the law and very professional. To top it all, he walks you through the whole process, lays out the available options and gives sound advice. Hanifin is definitely a keeper. 5 star service all the way!

Very helpful, great advice, honest and really good service. I wanna say thank you to Shawn Gritz

Mr. Patrick Hanifin won my eviction case. It was not a simple situation. I'm very satisfied with the final result. Highly recommend.

Terrific outcome, and the work was done under a soon-upcoming deadline. Very professional and accessible. We are grateful.

Mr. Shih, who handled my case, was nothing short of fantastic. Very competent, Mr. Shih was there for me every step of the way. He kept me well informed on the status of my case and made himself available whenever I had a question. I was very pleased with the effort he put into my case. Thank you.

While I do not typically write reviews, here I think a review is warranted as I am extremely impressed with Attorneys Mr Gritz and Mr Shih. They are highly professional, demonstrate extreme knowledge of the law, and effective negotiators. Throughout the process of addressing our traffic case they made us feel comfortable that we were in good hands. They provided clear explanations as to the various options so that we can make informed decisions. I am very pleased to have selected this law firm. We are very pleased with the outcome.

Professional, effective, and really responsive. Never going anywhere else. These guys are on speed dial for anytime I need their support and advocacy.

Henry went above and beyond what was required. He was instrumental in solving the problems created by the inefficiency of the Keep Sober computer program. I highly recommend this attorney.

Mr Gritz is definitely someone I would recommend honest very straight forward wants results just as fast as I did and he got them for me I very happy with the results.

Great experience. Highly recommend. Very professional and diligent.

Mr. Gritz is very professional and very punctual! I love his service! He works with you every step of the way! The best lawyer I met hands down in my life! If I need anything is my go to guy