About Patrick Joseph
Patrick J. Howley is a distinguished shareholder in the Trusts & Estates Department at Shulman Rogers, a prominent law firm located in Potomac, Maryland. With over 30 years of legal experience, he has developed a robust practice focusing on estate planning, probate, and tax law. Admitted to practice in both Maryland and the District of Columbia, Mr. Howley is known for providing comprehensive legal services to his clients. His office is situated at 12505 Park Potomac Avenue, 6th Floor, Potomac, MD 20854. At Shulman Rogers, Mr.
Howley specializes in advising clients on a variety of estate planning instruments. He assists in the preparation of Wills, Revocable Trusts, Financial Powers of Attorney, Health Care Powers of Attorney, and Living Wills. His expertise extends to advanced estate planning techniques aimed at minimizing tax burdens associated with wealth transfer between generations. Notable strategies include the establishment of Irrevocable Life Insurance Trusts, Grantor Retained Annuity Trusts, and Qualified Personal Residence Trusts. Additionally, he advises on Sales to Intentionally Defective Grantor Trusts and the formation of Family Entities, such as LLCs and LPs, as well as Charitable Lead Trusts and Charitable Remainder Trusts. In the realm of estate and trust administration, Mr. Howley provides invaluable guidance to fiduciaries handling the requirements of probate and estate disputes.
His services include the preparation of federal and state estate tax returns, ensuring compliance with all legal requirements. Furthermore, he assists individuals and organizations in forming exempt organizations and offers legal and tax advice to existing entities, thereby enhancing their operational efficiency. Mr. Howley earned his Juris Doctor from the Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law in 1994. Prior to that, he obtained his Bachelor of Arts from Boston College in 1991. His commitment to the legal profession is reflected in his active membership in the Maryland State Bar Association and the Bar Association of Montgomery County. Additionally, he serves on the Board of Directors for his alma mater, Our Lady of Good Counsel High School, contributing to the institution's growth after previously serving on the Board’s Investment Committee.
In 2025, Mr. Howley was recognized in the "Best of Bethesda" by Bethesda Magazine, highlighting his dedication and expertise in the field. Fluent in English, he is well-equipped to communicate effectively with clients. For more information or to schedule a consultation, interested parties can reach him at (301) 231-0944 or via email at phowley@shulmanrogers.com. Please note that the information provided is based on available sources and may not reflect the most current details.
