Maryland Lawyers

Sports Law

225 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis, MD 21401

Alan M. Rifkin, Managing Partner of Rifkin Weiner Livingston LLC (RWL), founded RWL in 1989 after serving as Counsel and Chief Legislative Officer to former Governor William Donald Schaefer and after previously serving in the same capacity to the Senate of Maryland. Alan is Chair of the firm’s Sports Law, Franchise, Facilities, Media Rights and Gaming practice and Co-chair of the firm’s Business and Commercial Transactions practice. He is a well-recognized commercial and business attorney who has represented many national and international corporations and institutions for over three decades. His current areas of practice include business and commercial transactions, complex civil and commercial litigation, sports franchise and media rights, class action suits, and false claims act cases.

Environmental Law

3226 Brooklawn Ct, Chevy Chase, MD 20815, USA

Allan Topol is a resident in the firm’s Washington office. While practicing law with Covington, he has written ten novels of international intrigue and numerous articles dealing with foreign policy issues in The Huffington Post, The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Military.com. Allan’s law practice has involved extensive civil and criminal litigation, with an emphasis on water, air and major hazardous waste enforcement cases, as well as international environmental law and toxic torts. He has also advised clients on many of these environmental issues assisting them in dealing with immediate problems as well as developing long term strategies. In addition, Allan has represented clients in IP and commercial litigation, including patent infringement and contract cases. He was admitted to the U.S. Patent Office in 1971.

Family and Divorce Law

145 W. Ostend St., 5th Floor, Baltimore, MD 21230

Andrei Blakely has been an attorney since 2013. He is licensed in Maryland and The District of Columbia. He represents clients in family law a criminal cases. Prior to attending law school he worked as a newspaper reporter for several years. He holds a bachelors degree from Oberlin College, a Masters of Journalism from the University of Maryland College Park, and a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Maryland Baltimore. Andrei Blakely Attorney at Law, treats each of his clients with the respect and individual attention they deserve, and prides himself on providing the highest possible level of legal representation. Andrei always puts his clients first and ensures that you understand all of your legal options.

Real Estate Law

3416 Highview Ct, Silver Spring, MD 20902, USA

Real Estate Law

1101 Mercantile Lane, Suite 240, Largo, MD 20774

Bradley S. Farrar has been practicing law for over 20 years and has been serving the diverse business, corporate and real estate law needs of Shipley & Horne’s clients since 2012. Mr. Farrar holds a Juris Doctorate from The National Law Center at The George Washington University, and is admitted to practice before all Courts in the State of Maryland, as well as before the United States District Court of Maryland. Additionally, he frequently represents clients in proceedings in the United States Bankruptcy Court of Maryland. Mr. Farrar practices in administrative law, creditor’s rights, real estate, and property management law, including landlord-tenant, condominiums, and homeowner associations and housing discrimination. He represents owners and developers of residential and commercial rental units throughout Maryland and is experienced in drafting lease documents, including lease agreements, lease applications, security deposit disposition, and pet addenda. He is also well versed in ejectment proceedings, rent escrow actions, wrongful detainer actions, tenant holding over actions, breach of lease proceedings, collection of delinquent accounts from tenants, and housing discrimination defense work. Utilizing his vast experience in real estate law, Mr. Farrar frequently represents owners who utilize Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) financing, and whose residents qualify for Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV). He has also advised Community Development Organizations (CDOs), Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), and Community Development Entities (CDEs). Mr. Farrar is a nationally recognized expert amongst his peers regarding affordable housing programs and economic and community development and has more than 15 years of government, legal, and business experience. Mr. Farrar previously served as Deputy Director of a quasi-governmental redevelopment agency, where he was responsible for the development and asset management of several mixed-use housing developments totaling over $150 million. He also served as Deputy Director of a municipal government’s Department of Housing and Community Development where he was responsible for Rental Assistance Programs, Low-Income Housing Programs, and Community Development Block Grant Programs. Additionally, he has provided advice to the United States Treasury Community Development Financial Institutions Fund regarding its New Markets Tax Credit Program (NMTC), Financial Assistance Program and Technical Assistance Program (FA/TA). Mr. Farrar has also served as a financial and investment advisor to state government agencies, municipalities and housing authorities in the northwestern United States. An active member of the community, Mr. Farrar serves as a Property Owner’s representative on the City of College Park’s Rent Stabilization Board. He is a member of the Maryland State Bar Association and the J. Franklyn Bourne Bar Association.

Personal Injury Law

1936 Dual Hwy, Hagerstown, MD 21740, USA

Bradley J. Reed has 25 years of experience fighting for the rights of injured victims throughout Maryland, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and DC. If you have been injured, there is no need to travel a long distance to get the help of a skilled and experienced attorney who cares about your well-being. We can handle your case and get you the compensation you deserve. Don't simply entrust your fate to any lawyer - choose a Hagerstown and Martinsburg injury lawyer with decades of skill, results, and experience to support you as move forward. We can tirelessly fight on your behalf to get the recovery to which you could be entitled.

Medical Malpractice Law

2 Wisconsin Circle, 700, Chevy Chase, MD 20815

Estate Planning Law

658 Kenilworth Dr, Towson, MD 21204, USA

Britt L. Stouffer is a Maryland attorney experienced in Estates, Trusts, and Elder Law. With over 10 years of experience in Estates and Trusts, she has learned to appreciate how unique each client truly is. On a typical day, you will find her working on Wills, Revocable Living Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Advance Medical Directives, Tax Planning cases, Estate Administration filings, Petitions for Guardianships, Special Needs Planning, and Asset Protection. Britt is a member of the American Constitution Society for Law and Policy and an avid supporter of the Royal Historical Society. Her intersecting interests in British Estate Law and the American Constitution have inspired her to devote her career to Wealth Preservation and Inheritance Law. She founded Stouffer Legal in 2012 to provide tailored asset protection and pre-crisis planning services rooted in each client's unique story and objectives. Ms. Stouffer has a Masters in Taxation from the University of Baltimore and always enjoys taking on difficult tax issues. Beyond tax savings, she is committed to designing plans that preserve legacies and support family heritages that are meant for generations to come. Britt has also devoted herself to the legal practice of defending Estates with Firearms to become Maryland's foremost expert in firearm possession and inheritance law.

Personal Injury Law

10211 Wincopin Cir suite 620, Columbia, MD 21044, USA

Bruce Plaxen has been on the Board of Governors for the Maryland Association for Justice (formerly the Maryland Trial Lawyers Association) since 1993 and has chaired almost every committee and held every office, including President of MAJ (2001-2002). He is the former Chairman of the Maryland Association for Justice Political Action Committee (2001-2016 and 2018-2021), and during that time, he worked closely with their lobbyist and legislative committee in Annapolis to ensure that the rights of victims are protected. He is a frequent speaker and lecturer for the Maryland Association for Justice. Bruce Plaxen is the only multiple winner of the President's Award, presented by the Maryland Association for Justice, for exemplary leadership, vision, and unwavering commitment. He was specifically recognized for his actions to strengthen our ability to protect our clients, address civil justice and consumer issues in the legislature, and prevent the erosion of injured people's rights. He received this award in 2007, 2010, and 2024. Bruce Plaxen was honored as the 2009 Maryland Trial Lawyer of the Year by the Maryland Association for Justice. He was presented with the award for years of work on behalf of HMO plan members in Maryland. Mr. Plaxen and his team of lawyers recovered millions of dollars that had been wrongfully taken from their clients by the HMOs and secured two precedent-setting decisions in the process, including a decision from Maryland’s highest court limiting the power of the General Assembly to enact retroactive laws.

Family and Divorce Law

8720 Georgia Avenue, Suite 1000, Silver Spring, MD 20910

An attorney with more than a decade of litigation experience, Ms. Holloway represents clients in family law matters including divorce, separation agreements, child support and custody, child support modification, child custody modification, and paternity. Ms. Holloway has successfully negotiated and settled cases. Yet, in those matters that cannot be settled, she is prepared to aggressively represent clients in all stages of litigation including discovery, motions practice, and trial. During the course of her legal career, Ms. Holloway has tried more than 150 cases in the Courts of Maryland and the District of Columbia. With an understanding and compassion for the delicate issues associated with divorce, child custody disputes, and other family law matters, Ms. Holloway is committed to obtaining positive results for each of her clients. She strives to deliver those results in a cost efficient and practical manner. Ms. Holloway is committed to serving her community and has a special interest in advocating for policies and laws that will improve the lives of women and families. Ms. Holloway currently serves as the President of the Montgomery County Commission for Women. In this role, Ms. Holloway works with14 other Commissioners to identify areas of law and policies that impact women and girls disparately and to advocate for remedies to these inequities.

Civil Litigation

7700 Wisconsin Ave #320, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

Charles S. Fax is the chair of the firm’s Class Action Litigation and False Claims Act Litigation practice groups. His experience includes litigating business and corporate/contractual disputes, including business fraud, government procurements, insurance coverage disputes, False Claims Act cases, business defamation, and executive employment claims. He also represents plaintiffs and defendants in consumer class actions and civil rights litigation. Representative clients include public and closely held corporations, broker-dealers, trustees, law firms, and business executives and employees. Chuck served as an Adjunct Professor of Law at the University of Baltimore School of Law from 2010-2015, and authored a regular column on recent developments in civil procedure for the American Bar Association Section of Litigation magazine “Litigation News” from 2008-2018. He is the co-author, with United States District Judge Paul W. Grimm and Paul Mark Sandler, Esq., of “Litigation Problems and Their Solutions” (ABA Publishing 2020) – a widely cited textbook on civil discovery in federal courts, now in its fourth edition. He, Judge Grimm and Mr. Sandler are also co-authors of “Maryland Litigation Problems and Solutions,” published by the Maryland Bar Association, now in its second edition. From 2017-2019, Chuck served as a member of the Federal Monitorship Team for General Motors Company. From 2019-2024, Chuck served as a senior member of the Federal Monitorship Team for the New York City Housing Authority.

Personal Injury Law

1423 Goose Pond Ct N, Joppa, MD 21085

Area of Practice: Product Liability and Mass Torts Christian Coward helps clients handle commercial litigation and product liability issues. Christian has also assisted attorneys in regulatory compliance matters. As a research assistant at University of Baltimore School of Law, he reviewed and analyzed statutes to investigate necessary updates to Maryland law in preparation for the deployment of connected and automated vehicles. He also researched the financial exclusion of ex-offenders and the current policies in place to facilitate financial inclusion of ex-offenders in the United States.

General Practice Law

7310 Ritchie Hwy #200, Glen Burnie, MD 21061, USA

Claudia Barber has been a member of the Maryland bar for 35 years, and a member of the DC bar since 1994. She practiced law for more than 25 years, and began serving as an Administrative Law Judge with the District of Columbia Office of Administrative Hearings in August 2005. She currently serves as president of the Public Sector Human Resources Association (PSHRA) Patuxent River Basin Chapter. She previously served in 2020-2021 as president of the International Public Management Association (IPMA) Patuxent River Basin Chapter. In 2021, the chapter received the 2021 Chapter Award of Excellence. Claudia previously served as District 4 Director of the National Association of Women Judges (2011-2013), and as president of the DC Association of Administrative Law Judges . Claudia is also the recipient of the 2022 Sojourner Truth Award by Anne Arundel County, Maryland, and the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drum Major for Justice Award.

Labor Law

100 S. Charles Street, 1401, Baltimore, MD 21201

Area of Practice: Labor & Employment Law Craig Ballew heads the firm’s labor and employment practice group. He represents management providing comprehensive services which address the constant changes in labor/employment law. He has extensive experience as a lead negotiator for management in collective bargaining, as well as the defense of employment claims, and risk management.

Constitutional Law

Emmitsburg, MD 21727, USA

With nearly two decades of experience in constitutional law, civil litigation, and family advocacy, Dan Cox has built a reputation for defending individual liberties and standing up for clients in complex legal matters. The firm is committed to delivering personalized, strategic counsel rooted in integrity, justice, and a deep respect for the rule of law.

Tax Law

10404 Joiners Lane, Potomac, MD 20854

David is a 1979 graduate of the University of Wisconsin Law School; admitted to the State Bar of Wisconsin in 1979. David concentrates his practice in the areas of Estate Planning, Trust Administration, Probate, Real Estate, Corporate Law and Small Business Representation. David was awarded the 2020 Super Lawyers Award and the 2018 Five Star Investment Professional Award for providing our clients with exceptional services to meet their legal needs.

Personal Injury Law

10211 Wincopin Circle, Suite 620, Columbia, MD 21044

David A. Muncy joined Plaxen Adler Muncy, P.A. upon graduation from law school in 2012 and was made a partner in the firm in 2017. While in law school, David worked for both plaintiffs’ personal injury firms and an insurance defense firm, and after working on both sides he decided he would much rather fight for the compensation of injured people than defend insurance companies. In law school, David served on the Executive Board of the University of Baltimore Law Review, competed on the Robert Wagner Moot Court Team, and was selected by his fellow students to represent them on the Dean Search Committee that selected the law school’s current dean. David also represented indigent criminal defendants as a Rule 16 Public Defender in Baltimore City District Court. David graduated from the University of Maryland College Park in 2009 and graduated from the University of Baltimore School of Law in 2012 magna cum laude. He was inducted into the Heuisler Honor Society, a distinction reserved for those graduating in the top ten percent of their class. In 2018, David was elected to the office of Parliamentarian for the Maryland Association for Justice (MAJ), the youngest attorney in Maryland to ever hold an elected Officer position within the organization. He served as Secretary, Treasurer, and President-Elect before being elevated to President. In 2023, David was elected President of MAJ. He sits on the MAJ Board of Governors and previously was the Co-Chair of the Young Lawyers Division, the Membership Committee, and the Auto Negligence Section. He has also testified before the Maryland General Assembly on bills affecting injured victims' rights. David is also a member of the American Association for Justice and attends several continuing legal education programs around the country each year to become a better trial lawyer. He also was previously the Co-Chair of the Howard County Bar Association’s Young Lawyer’s Division.

Criminal Defense Law

129 W Patrick St suite 2, Frederick, MD 21701, USA

David Harbin practices criminal law in Frederick and Hagerstown, Maryland, with Harbin Law Office. DUI/DWI, serious traffic charges and juvenile cases are among the matters he handles. His bar memberships are in Maryland and the District of Columbia. Public defense accounts for more than four years of Harbin’s legal career. As an assistant public defender in Frederick and Washington counties, he represented defendants charged with offenses including driving while suspended, theft and assault, as well as felonies involving burglary, drug distribution, sex offenses and homicide. Elsewhere in his career, he worked in a prosecutor’s office as an intern and held clerkships at both the trial and appellate court levels. Pittsburgh and Dublin both figure in his education. He received his law degree from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh; his studies also included international law in Dublin and an internship with Ireland’s Chief State Solicitor’s Office. While in law school, Harbin volunteered with the American Civil Liberties Union. His University of Pittsburgh studies brought an honors graduation and admission to the history and political science honor societies. In 2022, Harbin received an appointment from Governor Larry Hogan to the Office of Public Defender’s Board of Trustees, with confirmation by the Maryland State Senate. His other service has included the Governor’s Judicial Nominating Commission and the Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys Association’s board. At the Washington County Bar Association, he has held the presidency and vice presidency and served as a board member.

Criminal Defense Law

16 N Court St, Westminster, MD 21157, USA

David M. McFadden is a criminal defense attorney and the founder of McFadden Law Offices in Westminster, Maryland. The firm operates from 16 North Court Street and represents clients in Maryland and Pennsylvania. McFadden earned his Juris Doctor at the University of Baltimore School of Law in 2012, following an earlier graduation from the university in 2007. His education also includes a certificate of completion in litigation and advocacy. His Super Lawyers profile lists Maryland licensure beginning in 2012. Before establishing his firm, McFadden held positions in government offices and private practice. He interned at the Baltimore County State’s Attorney’s Office and worked as a mediator with the Maryland Attorney General’s Office. His pre-firm experience also included work as a law clerk in private practice. McFadden Law Offices lists criminal representation involving firearms, drug possession and distribution, burglary, theft, violent offenses and serious felonies. DUI and serious traffic offenses are also among its listed matters. Beyond criminal defense, the firm advertises family law and motor vehicle accident injury representation. The firm’s stated Maryland service area includes Baltimore City and Carroll, Frederick, Baltimore, Montgomery, Howard, Washington, Harford and Anne Arundel counties. In Pennsylvania, the firm identifies Adams, York and Cumberland counties as areas it serves. Its website describes representation in District Court, Circuit Court and Federal Court.

Real Estate Law

10451 Mill Run Cir #755, Owings Mills, MD 21117, USA

Diana G. Khan is a dynamic attorney, real estate broker, and community leader based in Maryland, whose passion for helping others drives her every endeavor. As the founder of DK Law Group, Diana brings over 15 years of experience to her practice, specializing in estate planning, real estate, and business law. Her mission is simple: to empower individuals and families with the knowledge and tools they need to protect their assets and secure their futures. A natural leader and multi-entrepreneur, Diana successfully manages several businesses while balancing a fulfilling personal life with her husband and three children. Her commitment to community is evident through her involvement in local nonprofits and initiatives aimed at fostering growth and development. Diana’s approach to legal practice is characterized by her genuine care for her clients. She is known for her ability to simplify complex legal matters, making them accessible and understandable. Her compassionate, client-centric approach, combined with her expertise, has earned her numerous accolades, including being named a Top 40 Lawyer by the American Bar Association. Beyond her professional achievements, Diana is a mentor and advocate for continuous learning. She is dedicated to inspiring the next generation of legal professionals and entrepreneurs, sharing her knowledge and experiences through speaking engagements and mentorship programs. Diana’s story is one of resilience, dedication, and unwavering commitment to excellence. She is a powerful example of how passion and perseverance can transform challenges into opportunities, leaving a lasting impact on both her profession and community.

General Practice Law

12590 National Pike, Grantsville, MD 21536, USA

Donald S. Goldbloom has been practicing law in the Grantsville area since 1996. Formerly, he worked as an attorney in both Baltimore and Cumberland, Maryland. A native of Baltimore, Donald chose to move to western Maryland , appreciating the natural beauty of the mountains and the rich culture of the local area. Donald earned his bachelor's degree from the University of Virginia in 1973, majoring in American Government, and his law degree from the University of Baltimore in 1976. In 1982 Donald moved to Cumberland, Maryland, gaining experience in many facets of the law as a general practitioner. For a period of time he also served as a part-time assistant state's attorney, handling child support cases. Currently, Donald is a member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, assisting clients with bankruptcy protection. He also counsels those with massive student loan debt relief. In addition, he represents clients in the areas of family law, personal injury, workers' compensation, social security disability, criminal cases, traffic matters, and other areas of general practice. Donald has founded this firm with a mission to provide peace of mind for those with legal concerns. He inspires advocacy, combining personal care and attention with a wealth of experience.

Family and Divorce Law

51 Monroe Place, Suite 1401, Rockville, MD 20850

Donna K. Rismiller is the founder of the firm and is an accomplished litigator and collaborative resolution professional. Focusing her practice exclusively in the area of Family Law, she assists her clients with complex financial resolutions, significant custody decisions, third party custody claims (including de facto parent rights), support and asset divisions involving employees of international treaty organizations, as well as highly emotionally-charged disputes, often involving the challenging dynamics of abuse and control.

Personal Injury Law

3604 Eastern Ave suite 100, Baltimore, MD 21224, USA

Since 2003, I have worked for thousands of clients against insurance companies who don't want to properly compensate injured people after being hurt in a car accident, or those from slip and falls, dog bites and other things that often leave people in dire situations, and I've protected my clients from over-reaching authorities, police and prosecutors, who seemingly want to put everyone in jail. Whether seeking money or a "not guilty" verdict, everyone deserves the best possible representation. Aside from me having this mindset, in practice it is critical, because I have seen first-hand, over and over, that insurance companies don't care about injured people, and legal authorities often overstretch and abuse their power. I get up every day to make things right. My legal career began working for the Office of the Public Defender, and I was trained by some amazing trial attorneys. As a public defender, I successfully represented thousands of people in all types of criminal cases from DUI to First Degree Murder. Soon after my work with the Public Defender's office, I was hired by a large firm and "thrown into" personal injury work. I got hooked. What insurers do to people is disgusting, and I relished every victory, from helping with a car repair to getting a settlement or verdict often multiples of the insurer's "top and final" lousy pre-trial settlement offer. If you have been injured, or if you are faced with a drinking and driving charge, I will provide aggressive representation. I know what it means to have an insurer demean you, belittle you and treat you as if you were the wrongdoer. I also know that in a criminal or alcohol-related situation, if you are convicted, you could go to jail, have to pay large fines, you could lose your driver's license and maybe then even lose your job. Each of my clients receives personalized, caring and responsive service. I provide cost-effective, experienced and aggressive representation from initial consultation to final resolution of your case.

Real Estate Law

702 King Farm Boulevard, 155, Rockville, MD 20850

Elliot began his career developing relationships and providing solutions for bank and non-bank lenders in connection with their nationwide and regional lending platforms. Elliot is considered a pioneer in the industry as he created one of the first nationwide title and escrow companies with brick and mortar locations in multistate environments. Trustworthy, reliable, and forward-thinking are a few of the characteristics which have shaped Elliot’s career as a settlement services executive. Seeing a need and an opportunity to provide full services to his clients, Elliot established Validata Lender Services, LLC (VLS) as a national appraisal management company. VLS services regional and national bank and non-bank lenders in support of their entire appraisal platforms with seamless electronic integration achieving appropriate appraisal compliance. In 2014, Elliot co-founded Title Connect, the first cooperative format based title organization connecting large scale title organizations. Title Connect is a revolutionary industry leader bringing together former competitors to collaborate resources to further client services and solutions. Founding organizations of Title Connect include Monarch Title, Capitol Title and Closeline Settlements which is licensed to operate in 44 states through various company-owned subsidiaries. Elliot is an attorney and member of the Maryland and District of Columbia Bars. He is a cum laude graduate of the American University’s Washington College of Law and has a bachelor of science in finance from the University of Maryland at College Park. Elliot has been an active member of Young Presidents Organizations since 2003 and lives with his wife of 22 years, Sandy and four children in Potomac, Maryland.

Tax Law

10411 Motor City Dr suite 750, Bethesda, MD 20817, USA

Erica Brady-Gitlin is a tax controversy attorney representing taxpayers in controversies with the IRS and state taxing agencies. Ms. Brady-Gitlin represents clients at all stages of controversies, from audit defense to litigation, and collection alternatives. She also represents clients become compliant with filing requirements.

Immigration Law

1451 Rockville Pike #250, Rockville, MD 20852, USA

Gabriel A. Ramos Cuevas is the Founder and Principal Attorney of Ramos Law Firm, located in Rockville, Maryland. A licensed attorney in Maryland, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico, Gabriel has built a distinguished immigration practice serving a truly global clientele — from Latin America, Asia, Europe, and Africa — guiding individuals and families through the full spectrum of U.S. immigration law with precision and dedication. His practice encompasses removal and deportation defense, asylum, cancellation of removal, family-based immigration, fiancé visas, U Visa, VAWA, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), among others. He earned his Juris Doctor Magna Cum Laude from the Inter-American University of Puerto Rico School of Law (2018) and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance Cum Laude from the University of Puerto Rico (2008). Fluent in English and Spanish, Gabriel is committed to delivering exceptional, personalized legal representation to every client.

Governmental Relations

191 Main Street, Suite 210, Davidsonville, MD 21035-2427

Area of Practice: Lobbying Gerard E. Evans has been one of Annapolis’ top lobbyists for the past twenty-five years. Over the years, he has represented a wide range of clients and interests before the Maryland General Assembly including the Washington Redskins, the Baltimore Orioles, Constellation Energy, Verizon Communications, Glaxo, Medical Mutual, the Maryland Hospital Association, the State Medical Society, Penn National Gaming, the Fraternal Order of Police and Professional Fire Fighters, the Law Offices of Peter G. Angelos, and the Maryland Transportation Builders and Materials Association, as well as the Maryland Asphalt Association.

Family and Divorce Law

8171 Maple Lawn Blvd, Suite 350, Fulton, MD 20759

Co-Managing Partner McCabe Russel, a private family law firm in Maryland, Heather McCabe earned her Juris Doctorate degree from The George Washington University Law School in 1997. Shortly thereafter, she was admitted to the Maryland state bar later that year. Heather has many professional affiliations including the Maryland Association for Justice, the D.C. Bar Association, the Maryland State Bar Association, the Montgomery County Bar Association, the Howard County Bar Association, the American Bar Association and the Maryland LGBT Bar Association. In addition to her membership with Lawyers of Distinction, Heather is also a member of various other legal organizations including Super Lawyers Rising Stars, Best Lawyers, the Litigation Counsel of America, and Bethesda Magazine Top Attorney 2019.

Medical Malpractice Law

1211 St Paul St, Baltimore, MD 21202, USA

James D. Cardea is a partner with over 27 years of litigation and jury trial experience. He has been consistently recognized as one of Maryland’s top medical malpractice attorneys. Jim is a tenacious, aggressive, and extremely effective advocate for victims of medical negligence and has successfully served as lead counsel in hundreds of medical malpractice cases throughout Maryland, Washington, D.C. Pennsylvania , Delaware and New Jersey. Over the course of his career, Jim has obtained numerous seven-figure jury verdicts and settlements which have been featured in The Baltimore Sun and The Daily Record, among other publications. Jim’s many notable verdicts include a $1.75 million verdict in a Baltimore County jury trial which, according to topverdict.com, was one of the largest medical malpractice verdicts in the country in 2019. Jim has been repeatedly honored as one of Maryland’s top 100 attorneys by Maryland Super Lawyers and as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the American Trial Lawyers Association. He has also been included in Best Lawyers in America, Best Attorneys in America, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel (Top Attorneys) and the National Trial Lawyers Top 100, as well as several other organizations. In 2022, Jim was one of only 25 attorneys in Maryland named to the Daily Record’s Personal Injury & Medical Malpractice Law Power List. Identified as one of the finest and most influential practitioners in Maryland, Jim was selected to this exclusive list after the Daily Record’s editorial team consulted their readers and other individuals in the legal community for their input and perspective. Jim received his undergraduate degree from McDaniel College and graduated cum laude from the University of Baltimore School of Law, where he received American Jurisprudence Awards in Legal Analysis, Research and Writing (1992) and Domestic Relations (1994). He was also a Staff Editor for the University of Baltimore Law Review from 1994-1995 and was awarded membership to the Heuisler Honor Society. Each September, in honor of his father, Jim sponsors the Dr. Don Gardea Memorial Golf Tournament benefiting the Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia. An avid sports fan and golfer, he has coached various youth sports. Jim is married with three daughters.

Family and Divorce Law

229 East Main Street, Suite F, Westminister, MD 21157

Ms. Murray is an aggressive trial attorney that really cares about and understands her clients. She put herself through school working in fast food, video stores, bars, restaurants, retail stores, and law firms. She will jokingly refer to her time in Marine Corp boot camp as her longest vacation ever. As a result of Ms. Murray’s unique route to becoming an attorney, most clients feel that she can better relate to them and understand their concerns in a way that most conventional attorneys cannot. ? Prior to starting her own firm, Ms. Murray worked in various law firms as support staff for approximately twelve (12) years, while going to school at night. She then proceeded to work at a large AV rated law firm for more than four (4) years as an associate attorney. ? Now that Ms. Murray has started her own law firm, she is free to practice the areas of law that she is most passionate about. She also teaches law as an adjunct professor at Baltimore County Community College and serves as a Court Appointed Mediator for Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Carroll County, Howard County, Anne Arundel County, and Frederick County. ? Ms. Murray is married with three wonderful little girls. When she is not practicing law or teaching, you can find her hanging out with her family, at the gym, or reading teen fiction novels.

Real Estate Law

170 Rollins Ave, Floor 2, Rockville, MD 20852

Jill Pogach Michaels graduated with Honors from The George Washington School of Law in DC. Ms. Michaels is licensed to practice law in Maryland, DC, and the US District Court of Maryland. She conducts residential and commercial settlements in MD, DC & VA. In June 2007, she pioneered the practice of loss mitigation for homeowners and has successfully negotiated countless short sales throughout the DC Metropolitan region.In 2016, Ms. Michaels received the Client Distinction Award and was recognized as one of the Top Lawyers in Maryland for highest in ethical standards and professional excellence in 2013, 2015 and 2016. Ms. Michaels teaches continuing education for lawyers on real estate, loss mitigation and foreclosure defense for the Maryland and County Bar Associations. Most, she taught a joint Family Law and Real Property Sections course on loss mitigation. Ms. Michaels most recently was published in the July 2013 issue of the Maryland Bar Journal for an article entitled, “2013: Practical Implications of Short Sales and Loss Mitigation.” In 2013, she was honored with serving as a panelist for the Montgomery County Housing Opportunity Commission.

Immigration Law

8380 Colesville Road, Suite 250, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Jose Martin Blanco is the founder and managing attorney of Blanco Law Group, P.C., an immigration law firm in Silver Spring, Maryland. Removal defense is his stated focus: he represents people facing deportation. His work has taken him before immigration courts and the Board of Immigration Appeals, as well as the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals. He has also represented clients in state district and circuit courts. Blanco began practicing law in 2008. In December 2011, he established the Law Offices of Jose Blanco, P.C., the practice that later became Blanco Law Group. The firm is located at 8380 Colesville Road, Suite 250. He earned his undergraduate degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of Maryland. His law degree is from the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law. Beyond the removal-defense work described in Blanco’s own profile, the firm advertises services for people applying for visas, seeking asylum or pursuing naturalization. Family-based and employment-based immigration are also among its listed practice areas. Those services describe the firm’s offerings rather than the scope of every matter Blanco personally handles. For prospective clients, Blanco Law Group offers a one-on-one consultation with Blanco to discuss their situation and the services available to them.

Medical Malpractice Law

1211 St Paul St, Baltimore, MD 21202, USA

Area of Practice: Medical Malpractice & Mass Torts Josh Kahn is a partner specializing in tort law with an emphasis on cases involving catastrophic personal injuries. Prior to joining Schochor, Staton, Goldberg and Cardea in 2022, Josh practiced as a civil defense attorney for over a decade, primarily at a preeminent Maryland law firm in downtown Baltimore where he was elected partner in 2020. Josh’s prior practice focused on defending clients in catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases, mass tort litigation, as well as class action and qui tam cases pending in state and federal courts in Maryland, D.C., and beyond. Josh’s deep knowledge of the defense playbook gives him unique perspective and insight into each case. With every client, Josh’s priority is to achieve the best result as efficiently as possible. He is laser-focused on synthesizing complex issues into straightforward analyses that allow his clients to make informed decisions for themselves and their loved ones. Josh’s success on behalf of his clients has earned him recognition as a Maryland Super Lawyers “Rising Star” each year since 2015 through 2025, and in 2026, he was selected for inclusion in the Maryland Super Lawyers list. Josh is a lifelong Maryland resident, and proud to be a “Double Terp.” In 2007, he earned two undergraduate degrees from the University of Maryland in College Park, where he graduated cum laude. In 2010, he graduated cum laude again from the University of Maryland School of Law, where he was a member of the Law Review. Following law school, Josh served as a judicial clerk to the Honorable Lawrence F. Rodowsky and the Honorable Charles E. Moylan, Jr., who were specially assigned cases on Maryland’s highest and intermediate appellate courts. Josh is co-chair of the American Bar Association’s Mass Torts Subcommittee on Multi-District Litigation and Class Procedures. He also serves on the board of directors of Capital Camps (a local Jewish summer camp). Josh enjoys spending time with his wife and twin sons in and around Baltimore and the Maryland/Delaware shore. He is an avid (though not very good) golfer.

Family and Divorce Law

100 W Pennsylvania Ave, Towson, MD 21204, USA

Attorney Julius M. Blattner is the owner and founder of JM Blattner, LLC. He understands the complexities of the legal process and works very hard to produce the best possible outcomes for his clients. Mr. Blattner is also a military attorney and currently serves part time as an Assistant Staff Judge Advocate in the Army JAG Corps. He serves all his clients with the same hard work and attention to detail that has characterized his years of dedicated military service. He earned his B.S. from Salisbury University before attending University of Baltimore School of Law, where he earned his J.D.

Wills and Trust Law

7100 Baltimore Ave, Suite 205, College Park, MD 20740

Karel C. Petraitis, Attorney-at-Law, is a lawyer that specializes in a variety of legal disciplines including family, estate, wills, and personal injury in the State of Maryland. Karel has been providing competent legal service to the Prince George's County, Maryland area for 40 years. Karel provides one-on-one services and develops close bonds with her clients. She is committed and determined to work with you to achieve remarkable results.

Personal Injury Law

11215 Lockwood Dr, Silver Spring, MD 20901, USA

Kwaku D. Ofori, Esq., received his Juris Doctor from the University of the District of Columbia School of Law in May 1997. Prior to earning his JD, he received his Master of Business Administration (MBA) Degree in Finance, Magna Cum Laude from Southeastern University, Washington, D.C. in August 1986. He received his undergraduate degree in Business Administration and Finance from Slippery Rock University, Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania in August 1983. Mr. Ofori was admitted to practice law in Maryland and New Jersey in June 2004 and the District of Columbia in February 2007. Attorney Ofori is a member of numerous Bar Associations including American Bar Association, American Trial Lawyers Association, Maryland State Bar Association, New Jersey State Bar Association, Montgomery County Bar Association, Prince George’s County Bar Association and American Inns of Court, Montgomery County. In October of 2005, Ofori Law Firm, LLC was opened as a solo law firm with areas of practice in real estate settlements, civil and commercial litigation, landlord and tenant law, business and corporate and personal injury practice. The firm also practices litigation in the District and Circuit Courts of Prince George’s and Montgomery Counties, Maryland. Prior to the opening of Ofori Law Firm, LLC. Attorney Ofori was the managing attorney at Fountainhead Title Group (FTG) in the Greenbelt, Maryland Branch between June 2003 and September 2005. He conducted both residential and commercial real estate settlements/closings for properties located in Maryland and the District of Columbia. Additionally, he marketed FTG services to real estate agents, brokers, mortgage loan officers and brokers and financial institutions in the mortgage and real estate industry. After law school, Ofori worked as a law clerk at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Board of Contract of Appeals (HUDBCA) in Washington, D.C. from August 1997 to July 1998. As a law clerk, Ofori drafted decisions and orders for three administrative judges on government contracts, real estate litigation, IRS tax offsets, suspensions and debarments, conducted legal research of statutes, regulations, state and federal laws, legal writing and analysis, resolution of complex legal problems and issues, assisted in preparation of hearings before the Board. Ofori began his real estate law and title insurance career first as a real estate agent with Long and Foster Realtors in the Kensington, Maryland branch in 1986. He later worked in different areas within the real estate industry as a title examiner with then Golden Feather Realty Services, Inc. in Baltimore, Maryland; as a Title Insurance Underwriter with Mid-States Title Insurance Company, Inc. in 1999 in Fairfax, Virginia and as a Closer at Associates Relocation Management Company, Inc. in Washington, DC. From 1989 to 1994. In addition to practicing law, Ofori is also a licensed real estate broker in Maryland. He has also served as a volunteer Commissioner with the Landlord/Tenant Affairs Commission in Montgomery County, Maryland.

Civil Litigation

1850 Dual Highway, Suite 101, Hagerstown, MD 21740

Bill has been working to fight for workers' rights for his entire career. Before becoming a workers' compensation attorney, he worked at Mack Truck in Hagerstown and quickly began his involvement with the local union. After his time at Mack, he spent 10 years working for AFSCME as a business agent/union representative. He was presented with the opportunity to attend law school while continuing his work for AFSCME and he did just that. Bill was born and raised in the Hagerstown area and continues to practice here today. After graduating from North Hagerstown High School, he attended Hood College in Frederick, Maryland. He graduated from Hood with his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. After graduating from the University of Baltimore, Bill returned to Hagerstown to practice Workers’ Compensation Law. Eventually he partnered with Terry Myers to start the practice of Myers & Proctor in 1998. In October 2013, Judge Myers was appointed to a judgeship in the District Court of Washington County. The firm was renamed Proctor Law P.A. and continued to fight for injured workers’ through Bill and his son John. In 2021, with the inclusion of Lloyd A. Sarro, Proctor Law P.A. became Sarro Proctor Law.

Family and Divorce Law

7910 Woodmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

Mr. Malech graduated from Rutgers University, Rutgers College General Honors Program (Cum Laude) in 1990. He is also a graduate of George Washington University School of Law, and has practiced law in Maryland and Washington, DC, since 1994. A seasoned trial lawyer, Mr. Malech offers legal services in the areas of criminal defense, divorce and family law, and personal injury.

Family and Divorce Law

51 Monroe Pl suite 1401, Rockville, MD 20850, USA

Ms. Athanasakis joined RLG Law after serving as an Associate at Columbus Community Legal Services in Washington, DC. There, she represented refugees and advocated for clients in obtaining visas through the Humanitarian Parole Petition and in deportation proceedings. Prior to this role, she was a Summer Associate with global firm Integreon, where she worked in the business litigation unit. During the course of completing her education, Ms. Athanasakis was a Summer Associate, Law Clerk and Intern with RLG Law, where she was a valued member of our team over several years. Ms. Athanasakis received her Juris Doctor degree from The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law. During her law school career she worked in the School’s clinic. She also attended The Catholic University of America for undergraduate studies, graduating cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree. During this time, she was an active member of the Pre-Law Society, serving as Vice President.

Personal Injury Law

110 Painters Mill Rd, STE 100, Owings Mills, MD 21117

Michael A. Freedman, born in Washington, D.C. March 3rd 1942. Admitted to Maryland Bar in 1967; U.S. District Court, District of Maryland, 1981.