Maryland Real Estate Lawyers

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.

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.

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.

Real Estate Law

170 Rollins Ave, 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.