About Shawn C. Whittaker

Mr. Whittaker began his legal while in law school working in a small law firm, first as a law clerk and then as an associate attorney. During that time, Mr. Whittaker was often in court litigating cases focusing on collection and contract law. In so doing, Mr. Whittaker handles collections for materials suppliers, which started his interest in construction law.

In 2002, Mr. Whittaker started Whittaker & Associates, PC to focus on construction law while still handling collection and contract matters. Today, Mr. Whittaker’s practice focuses on construction, business, collection, and contract law. However, Mr. Whittaker has provided legal services to clients, large and small, in numerous other areas. Since becoming an attorney in 1999, Mr. Whittaker has provided legal representation to hundreds of people and entities, varying in size from individuals to non-profits to small entities to international corporations, in the consumer, commercial, and government fields. Mr. Whittaker works closely and receives referrals from many lawyers and firms in the metropolitan area as well as the United States.

In construction, Mr. Whittaker represents residential and commercial owners, general contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers throughout the District of Columbia, Maryland, and the District of Columbia.

Whittaker & Associates handles collections for all types of businesses including medical practices, schools, collection agencies, court reporters, lenders, IT companies, government contractors, consultants, landlords, and anyone else owed money.

Raised in Louisiana, Mr. Whittaker attended the Louisiana State University, where he graduated cum laude in 1995. In 1996, Mr. Whittaker moved to the District of Columbia to attend American University.

In 1999, Mr. Whittaker obtained a Juris Doctor and Master of Art's degree from the American University in Washington, DC. Mr. Whittaker practices in all of the federal and state courts of Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia, and has litigated and arbitrated cases in many other jurisdictions.

Mr. Whittaker lives in Flower Valley in Rockville, Maryland with his wife Cynthia, their daughter Savannah and son Landry.

Mr. Whittaker is licensed to practice in the following Courts:

All Maryland State Courts;

All Virginia Commonwealth Courts;

Superior Court for the District of Columbia;

United States District Court for the District of Maryland;

United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia;

United States District Court for the District of Columbia;

United States Bankruptcy Court for Maryland;

United States Bankruptcy Court for Virginia; and

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals.

 

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Business Law
Posted by anonymous
September 24, 2020
Hired Attorney

I am very grateful I met Shawn, he is an outstanding lawyer, a professional and he definitely gets the job done. I will gladly recommend Shawn Whittaker to anyone who is in need of a pragmatic lawyer.

Workers Compensation
Posted by anonymous
October 19, 2012
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Shawn went after my former employer to get my wages for me. We won the case, but the most amazing part is he was able to get the collections! His team worked hard on this an diligently, which was what was needed to get the job done!

Contracts
Posted by anonymous
October 11, 2012
Hired Attorney

Shawn Whittaker has diligently and professionally represented our business for about 4 years now. His collection efforts continually exceed our expectations. His legal knowledge is remarkable. He runs an ethical, efficient and cost effective practice.His practice is very accessible and phone calls are always returned promptly. We have had some very difficult collection & bankruptcy customers where Mr. Whittaker has recovered money for us. Shawn Whittaker is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

 
Business Law
Posted by anonymous
October 11, 2012
Hired Attorney

Mr. Whittaker is very well versed in Business Law, Limited Liability Law and Corporate litigation. It was a blessing for our business to have attorney like Mr. Whittaker.

Debtor and Creditor
Posted by anonymous
October 11, 2012
Hired Attorney

I call Shawn the professor. He does great work and explains, in layman's term, what and why he is doing what he is doing. Also, when you walk in his offices, you are greeted like a person, not like a client. I'm very pleased with what he has done for me. I have also sent a blurb for his website.

Contracts
Posted by anonymous
October 11, 2012
Hired Attorney

Shawn has a great attitude and the drive to get the job done right the first time. Shawn was handling a collection for us one time and and did not agree with the findings of the Judge, so he appealed the case went back to court and came away with a much more favorable decision in our favor. You have got to LOVE that kind of determination. I certainly do!

 
Construction Law
Posted by Benoit
December 20, 2025
Hired Attorney

Shawn believes that filing liens with incorrect information is not material. Basic information such as who the parties are in the contract don't matter. I have a good mind to tell my attorney to file an ethics complaint in DC court.

Business Law
Posted by anonymous
October 10, 2012
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Areas of Law

  • Construction Law 1
    • Construction Defects
  • Business Law
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Debtor and Creditor 1
    • Collections
  • Other 7
    • Construction Liens
    • Contract Dispute
    • Zoning
    • Land Use
    • Business Formations
    • Contract Litigation
    • Commercial Collections

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Fixed hourly rates: $250 - $300/hr
    Fixed fees available
    Contingency Fee: 20% - 33%
    Accepted Credit Cards
    American Express
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    Visa
  • Video Calls
    Offers Video Calls
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    Skype
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Principal
    Firm Name
    Whittaker | Myers, PC
  • Pro Bono Services

    Shawn Whittaker is listed with the Montgomery County Bar Association and the U.S. District Court as a lawyer who will provide pro bono services to those in need. Mr. Whittaker has accepted and provided legal representation in numerous pro bono cases.

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Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1999, Maryland
    1999, Virginia
    2000, District of Columbia
    2021, Pennsylvania
    Memberships
    Montgomery County Bar Association.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    American University
    Class of 1999
    J.D.
    International Affairs
    Other Education
    Louisiana State University
    Class of 1995
    B.A.
    cum laude

    American University
    Class of 2000
    M.A.
    International Affairs
  • Personal Details & History
    Hobbies & Interests
    Cooking, dining out, traveling, music, sports, golf, LSU and New Orleans Saints football.

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Principal at Whittaker | Myers, PC
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1401 Rockville Pike, Suite 510Rockville, MD 20852-1573U.S.A.

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    Shawn C. Whittaker attended American University.
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    Whittaker | Myers, PC was established in 2002.