Neil W. Tyra

Neil W. Tyra is the founder and attorney of The Tyra Law Firm, LLC in Rockville. His practice focuses on estate planning, probate administration, adult guardianships, and adoption. He works with Maryland families on legal decisions involving legacy planning, estate administration, incapacity, and family relationships. His practice is designed around practical problem solving and clear planning, helping clients organize legal arrangements that protect family interests and provide direction for future events.

Tyra earned a J.D. from The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law. He completed his undergraduate studies in Information Systems Management at the University of Maryland, College Park. Before entering law, he worked in technology and business, including as a systems engineer for NASA and the Department of Defense. This technical and business background supports an organized approach to planning, document review, and the structured administration of legal matters.

Tyra founded his firm in 2007 after earlier legal experience with Simeone & Miller, LLP. He also interned with the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office, where he gained exposure to litigation and trial work. His current estate and family-focused practice applies that broader professional background to planning and administration. He assists clients with wills and related planning, probate responsibilities, adult guardianship concerns, and adoption matters requiring careful procedural guidance.

Neil W. Tyra is admitted in Maryland, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland. He belongs to several national, state, and local bar associations. His practice combines legal planning with prior technology, business, and litigation experience, allowing him to help families address estate, probate, guardianship, and adoption issues through clear documents, organized processes, and practical legal guidance.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, The Tyra Law Firm, LLC
• Member, Maryland State Bar Association
• Member, District of Columbia Bar
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Montgomery County Bar Association

Licensed State

• Maryland
• District of Columbia

Education

• The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Maryland, College Park
  Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems Management

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