Top best Litigation Lawyers Near me in ZIP 20817

Stuart Schwager is a business, franchise and litigation attorney with the Bethesda, Maryland law firm of Lerch, Early & Brewer, Chtd.  He handles general corporate, franchise and transactional matters; business, employment and probate litigation; franchise and antitrust counseling and litigation; and creditors’ rights, employment and real estate law issues for businesses and individuals.. Mr. Schwager's representation extends to advising and representing franchisees and potential franchisees in a variety of matters related to franchise law, such as entry into and renewals of franchise relationships.  Stuart is an experienced petroleum marketing attorney representing franchisee dealers in termination, non-renewal and pricing claims under state and federal laws, including the Petroleum Marketing Practices Act (PMPA) and Article 2 of the UCC.. As a litigator, Mr. Schwager has brought, defended and tried a variety of claims in state and federal courts, before administrative agencies and in alternate dispute resolution (ADR) settings such as arbitrations and mediations, including claims alleging breach of contract and fraud, RICO, enforcement of non-competition covenants and shareholder disputes. In the administrative arena, Stuart has represented licensed professionals challenging attempted suspensions and revocations.. Businesses and executives turn to Stuart for counsel in matters concerning enterprise formation, shareholder and employment agreements, commercial transactions, state and federal securities law compliance, and various issues related to corporate law. He also handles mergers and acquisitions, including asset and stock purchases and sales, corporate reorganizations and recapitalizations.. Stuart represents corporate clients in antitrust and competition law matters, including price-fixing and unfair competition claims.. Admitted to practice in Maryland, the District of Columbia, Virginia, New York and New Jersey, Stuart has litigated in federal courts, including U.S. District Courts in Maryland, the District of Columbia, the Eastern District of Virginia, the Eastern District of Pennsylvania and New Jersey, and has been involved in appeals before the U.S. Courts of Appeals for the District of Columbia, the 3rd and 4th Circuits. Stuart is also admitted to practice in bankruptcy courts in Maryland, the District of Columbia and the Eastern District of Virginia.

Protecting whistleblowers and employees subjected to employment discrimination.  Problem solver, litigator, and advocate.  Martindale AV Preeminent (5.0/5.0) peer rating.   contributor on employment and discrimination issues.  Named a Top Lawyer by Washingtonian Magazine and the ABA Journal picked my blog, Glass Ceiling Discrimination Blog, for the Web100 top blogs in the United States.. Eric Bachman founded Bachman Law to provide one-on-one, resolute, and results-oriented representation for executives facing employment discrimination and whistleblower retaliation. Having practiced employment law for more than 20 years, Eric has significant experience both in private practice as a partner in Washington, DC employment law firms, and in high-level government positions with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the U.S. Office of Special Counsel (OSC). His wins include a $100 million settlement in a Title VII employment discrimination class action while at the DOJ, a $1.3 million jury verdict in an age discrimination case (tried with co-counsel), and a record-setting whistleblower settlement at OSC.. In addition to being named to Best Lawyers’ “Top Lawyers in America” list for 2022, Washingtonian magazine has selected Eric as a “Top Lawyer” in Whistleblower Law multiple times, and the ABA Journal has honored his blog as one of the best legal blogs in the country.. Eric holds extensive litigation experience, including numerous trials in federal and state courts, and has also set important precedent on employment discrimination issues at the appellate level.

Mr. Syed graduated cum laude from the University of Rochester (1997) and obtained his law degree from the George Washington University Law School (2000).  In 2007 he completed the Harvard Law School Program of Instruction for Lawyers (mediation workshop).. Mr. Syed founded The Syed Law Firm, PLLC in 2011 and has developed a thriving immigration, litigation and international business practice.  His past experience includes several years in the antitrust and business disputes section of the law firm of King & Ballow with offices in Nashville, TN and La Jolla, CA.  Mr. Syed previously practiced litigation at Ashcraft & Gerel, LLP in Washington, D.C. with offices and active cases nationwide focusing on tort and complex civil disputes.  He has also worked for the Civil Litigation Branch of the District of Columbia Office of Attorney General (formerly D.C. Office of Corporation Counsel), as well as Rizvi, Isa, Afridi and Angell, a leading corporate law firm in Karachi, Pakistan.

Mr. Fischler, an attorney with over 33 years of experience, offers his clients the highest degree of quality service, while providing personal and experienced advice and representation. The firm carries the highest legal ability rating in Martindale-Hubbell. After initially serving as an Assistant District Attorney in Queens County, New York, Mr. Fischler has since been in private practice for over 20 years, having established the Law Offices of Alan B. Fischler in 1985. Concentrating in Commercial and Complex Litigation, in Maryland, Washington, D.C. and New York, (and in such other states on pro hac vice basis as may be needed to service his clients), Mr. Fischler also maintains a broad-based practice in Business, Business Disputes, Partnership and Corporate Planning, Estate Planning and Probate, Real Estate and Financing, Appellate Practice, and in providing client representation in Civil and Criminal Trials in both state and federal courts.

Michael Goecke is a litigation attorney at Lerch, Early & Brewer in Bethesda, Maryland. Mike’s practice involves a range of business and tort matters with an emphasis on civil litigation in Maryland and Washington, D.C.. His clients include national and local corporations, family-owned businesses, nonprofits, community associations and individuals from a cross-section of industries including information technology, government contracts, construction and real estate. His caseload is robust and varied. Whether representing shareholders in corporate and contract disputes, defending landlords and community associations in real estate litigation, such as cases involving secondhand smoke or damage caused by floods or fires, challenging (or defending) wills and trusts in probate court, or discreetly handling sensitive and personal disputes between individuals, Mike is determined and pragmatic in his approach.. Mike regularly argues cases before the Montgomery County Circuit Court and the District of Columbia Superior Court, as well as other State and Federal courts in the Washington, D.C. area. He has handled bench and jury trials and has successfully litigated several cases, including several before the Maryland Court of Special Appeals. Mike also represents clients in mediations and arbitrations and works to avoid (or minimize) litigation to serve his clients’ best interests.. Mike received his bachelor of arts from the University of Michigan and Juris Doctor from Wayne State University Law School. Before joining Lerch Early, Mike worked for a major Washington, D.C., law firm, where he represented Fortune 500 companies and organizations in commercial litigation and in defense of toxic tort and product liability claims. Prior to moving to Washington, Mike worked for one of the oldest firms in Detroit, where he handled a range of corporate and commercial matters that included litigation related to building and road construction, professional liability, premises liability and environmental contamination.. Over the years, Mike has made pro bono work a major part of his practice and has won various pro bono awards. He currently serves as the chair of the Montgomery County Bar Foundation Pro Bono program.. Mike loves to travel. After college, he worked as a bartender in London and traveled throughout the United Kingdom. Before he and his wife had children, they explored Turkey, Honduras, South Africa, Argentina and Iceland. Their adventures are now focused on the domestic front with the addition of their young daughters. In his spare time, Mike enjoys swimming, cycling, and rooting for all teams from Detroit and the Michigan Wolverines.

Joshua Schmand is a litigation attorney who works on complex business, corporate, and commercial disputes and criminal matters, advising clients on the risks and benefits of litigation, preparing for trial when needed and serving as a determined advocate.. Joshua earned his Bachelor of Arts from Johns Hopkins University and received his Juris Doctor from The George Washington University Law School.  He is admitted to practice in Maryland and the District of Columbia.  Prior to joining Lerch Early, Joshua served as a judicial law clerk to the Honorable David A. Boynton of the Montgomery County Circuit Court.

Jeremy Rachlin practices in all areas of civil and commercial litigation, including contract, employment, estate, fiduciary, and real estate litigation, representing both individuals and businesses in the courts of Maryland and the District of Columbia. As part of Jeremy's practice,  he works with clients through all stages of litigation or transactional work and he prides himself on prompt attention to his client's needs. Jeremy handles a wide range of cases from those involving relatively straightforward principles of law to those involving highly complex or novel legal issues. He and his colleagues at JDKatz, P.C., work collaboratively, constantly conferencing with each other formally and informally to develop the most zealous approach to their litigation strategy, while being mindful at all times that litigation is costly to their clients and attempting to minimize such costs when possible. Jeremy graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology, and citations from both the University Honors Program and the Gemstone Honors Program. He received his Juris Doctorate, cum laude, from the University of Maryland School of Law where he was the Managing Editor of The Journal of Health Care Law & Policy. Prior to joining JDKatz, P.C., Jeremy served a one-year judicial clerkship to The Honorable John W. Debelius III of the Circuit Court for Montgomery County. Following his clerkship, Jeremy practiced for five years in the litigation department at another firm in Bethesda. Jeremy is a member of the Maryland State Bar Association, the Bar Association of Montgomery County, Maryland, the Montgomery County, Maryland Chapter of American Inn of Court, and he presently serves on the New Practitioner's Committee, the Labor and Employment Committee, the Estates and Trusts Committee, and the Circuit-Court Bench Bar Committee of the Montgomery County Bar Association.  Within these Bar Association groups, Jeremy has ascended to numerous leadership positions and was recognized by the Montgomery County Bar Foundation as a "Bar Leader" in 2012.  He was recently elected Treasurer of the Montgomery County Bar Association.  He was named a "Rising Star" by Maryland Super Lawyers Magazine in 2012 and 2013 and a "Rising Star" by District of Columbia Super Lawyers Magazine in 2013.  He has been recognized as a "Super Lawyer" (amongst the top 5% of lawyers in the State of Maryland) by Maryland Super Lawyer's Magazine each year from 2014 through 2018.. Jeremy is licensed to practice in the state and federal courts of Maryland, the District of Columbia, and is also licensed to practice in the United States Tax Court.

I represent developers, contractors, real estate investment trusts, property management companies, condominium associations, and property owners on a variety of litigation and business matters related to real estate, construction, commercial leasing, business transactions, contract disputes, and landlord and tenant law. I also maintain a general civil litigation practice and have represented clients in connection with professional malpractice claims, government contracts, employment law, and general torts. My practice encompasses both trial and appellate litigation.. I also have experience with both public and private internal investigations, where my practice focuses on sensitive matters of business and government. I have worked on independent counsel investigations and have acted as private counsel to businesses and individuals involved in investigatory probes.. Prior to joining Bregman, Berbert, Schwartz & Gilday, I served as a law clerk to the Honorable Robert G. James, then-Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana.. I am licensed to practice law in Maryland, the District of Columbia, and New York.

I do principally litigation -- meaning broadly suing people and defending people who are being sued.  In a long career, I have done a wide variety of cases, large and small, complex and simple, representing businesses and individuals. I have large firm experience and expertise, but I often can perform the same job more efficiently and hence at lower cost to the client.. I am available to serve as local counsel in federal and state courts at all levels in Washington, D.C., and Maryland, or in any useful way to assist attorneys from other areas with matters in the courts here.. Increasingly, I am representing individuals in consumer rights cases -- representing them against collection efforts and when possible turning the tables on the collectors when they resort to abusive tactics. I also have successfully represented individuals with civil rights claims especially in the area of police misconduct.

I am a recently-admitted Maryland attorney with several years of litigation experience as a paralegal both prior to and during law school. While in law school, I concentrated my studies in antitrust, communications, and intellectual property law. I served in several internships while in school, learning such skills as policy analysis, administrative law, judicial decision-making, and regulatory theory and practice.

General Practice.  Areas include: Civil Litigation, Landlord / Tenant Law, Criminal and Traffic Defense, Personal Injury and Alernative Dispute Resolution.  32 years of experience.

Franchise attorney with 22 years of experience counseling and franchisees at all stages of their businesses.  Brian routinely assists clients during the licensing and franchise/FDD review process, as well as with the resolution of franchise-related disputes, including those involving terminations, territorial disputes, fraud, disclosure/relationship law violations and breaches of contract. Offit Kurman, P.A is a full service law firm and its broad range of services mean Brian can handle all of his clients’ legal needs, whatever they may be.

Every successful attorney has to find and follow his or her own path, and it’s safe to say that Rachel Browder charted a course that would prepare her for an impressive career in law. It is that same vision and vitality, coupled with just the right balance of efficiency and flexibility, that allows her to connect with clients, understand their true priorities and more than meet their expectations for exceptional legal representation.. Building on the skills and experience she gained in law school from Law Review and Moot Court,Rachel clerked for a distinguished judge in the First District Court of Appeals of Florida.  She worked on a mix of criminal, contract, dependency, family and real estate matters, polishing her writing/research skills and gaining valuable insights and "hands on" lessons from the daily interaction with judges and co-clerks alike. She has gone on to represent individuals and corporate entities in both civil and criminal litigation, developing an assertive courtroom style, refining her unique skill for relating to people and maintaining the highest standards of professionalism. and work quality.. Rachel’s practice features a diverse mix of commercial, real estate and employment disputes. Her courtroom experience has made her a formidable litigator, and as a student of the written word, she utilizes elements of both strategy and persuasion to communicate effectively. That considerable collection of talents, combined with her innate people skills and work ethic, makes her particularly well-suited to work with large corporate entities and small business owners alike.. Admitted to practice in Maryland, the District of Columbia, New York, Florida, the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland, and the U.S. District Court of the District of Columbia, Rachel is an active member of the Bar Association of Montgomery County (Md.). She also serves as a panel chair on the Montgomery County Commission on Common Ownership Communities, an administrative body that hears disputes between homeowners and their common ownership communities.

Elizabeth represents individuals and businesses throughout Maryland and Washington D.C. in complex civil and commercial disputes, as well as in contested adult guardianship matters. She regularly appears before both State and Federal Courts as well as before administrative and arbitration (JAMS, AAA) bodies. Elizabeth focuses her practice on civil litigation, including Plaintiff’s side litigation, contract disputes, employment litigation, construction litigation, and actions arising under consumer protection Acts and State Wage Laws. Elizabeth also takes on clients in private domestic law matters, including in guardianship matters.. Named a "Rising Star" by Maryland and Washington D.C. Super Lawyer Magazine, Elizabeth's practice is underpinned by a deep commitment to her clients as individuals, focusing on their distinct concerns and goals. She stays connected to her client’s interests to devise creative strategies to best protect and promote those interests. Elizabeth’s hands-on approach means she regularly communicates with her clients as she develops case strategies that help them obtain the best possible outcomes, whether through negotiation or litigation.. Elizabeth enjoys fighting for the underdog. She recognizes that many of her clients have never before had to experience a courtroom, and she takes the time to walk them through every step of the litigation process.

Chris is a lifelong resident of the District of Columbia, and has litigated matters throughout the state of Maryland. He is committed to obtaining the best possible results for his clients.

Bill Goldberg is a litigator at Lerch, Early & Brewer in Bethesda, Maryland. He represents companies and individuals facing a variety of complex commercial disputes including breach of fiduciary duty claims, contractual disputes, business torts, trade secrets and business divorce. He also represents personal representatives, trustees, beneficiaries, and charitable organizations in estate and trust litigation.. Business owners, individuals, corporations, and professionals rely on Bill’s sound, practical legal advice. His clients benefit from his unwavering commitment to finding solutions for tough problems through creativity and perseverance.. Bill’s broad litigation practice includes significant trial and appellate experience in the Maryland, DC, Virginia, and federal court systems, as well as alternative dispute resolution. He helps business owners and executives resolve business disputes, including trade secret violations claims and enforcements, and fraud and fiduciary duty claims. Bill often handles business divorces, lawsuits between current and former business partners regarding issues like shareholders’ agreements, buy-outs, business valuations, fraud, and intellectual property rights.. Bill’s business and litigation background forms the basis of his estate and trust litigation practice. He represents beneficiaries, trustees, and personal representatives in estate litigation involving disputes based on distribution of assets, fraud, undue influence, or lack of mental capacity. He has significant trial and appellate experience in these areas, as well as with alternative dispute resolution, including mediation.. Bill received his Bachelor of Arts from Wesleyan University in Middletown, Conn. and his Juris Doctor, with honors, from the University of Wisconsin Law School. Before joining Lerch Early, Bill practiced complex commercial and intellectual property litigation at an AMLAW 200 law firm in Washington, DC. His practice also included First Amendment litigation and counseling, including defamation and pre-publication review. Bill is admitted to practice in Maryland, the District of Columbia, Virginia and several federal courts.. Maryland Super Lawyers has repeatedly named Bill one of Maryland's "Rising Stars" in the field of Business Litigation. Bill serves on the board of directors of Gifts for the Homeless, a wholly volunteer-run organization that donates used and new clothing to shelters throughout the Washington, DC area, and is a member of Leadership Montgomery’s Class of 2015.. Bill, who is originally from Long Island, enjoys traveling to the beach in Florida with his wife and their twin boys and golfing at public courses around the Washington, DC area, especially Whiskey Creek.

After leaving my position as an Assistant United States Attorney for the District of Columbia over twenty-seven years ago, I focused my legal practice on defending nursing home providers in malpractice lawsuits here in the D.C. area and across the country.  In doing so, I learned in great detail not only how those cases are prosecuted and defended, but also how plaintiff's counsel and providers evaluate them for settlement purposes.  My extensive experience in defending nursing home cases proved to be one of my strongest assets once I began representing plaintiffs in those cases, as I now routinely do.. My goal in litigating any case is to evaluate it as quickly as possible in order to determine whether it can be resolved early on in a manner that makes sense for both sides.  This approach promotes closure for all parties and reduces the often wasteful and unnecessary fees and costs involved in protracted litigation.  If early resolution of a case is not possible, I welcome the opportunity to try it to verdict before a jury or arbitration panel.  My most recent nursing home jury trial resulted in a satisfactory settlement for my client just prior to the closing arguments.  My most recent nursing home arbitration resulted in an award totally in my client's favor after opposing counsel steadfastly refused to engage in meaningful settlement discussions.. Given my strong belief in the benefits of early dispute resolution, I have completed the arbitration and mediation training programs sponsored by the American Health Lawyer's Association ("AHLA").  I served as an arbitrator in a Florida nursing home dispute this past spring and look forward to doing so again this fall.. Before I went to law school, I worked as house painter, a laborer on gas pipelines and concrete crews, a carpenter, and a roughneck on an oil rig.  I believe that that  background, together with my educational and professional experience, has helped me to appreciate and relate to clients and jurors from all walks of life.. Picking the right lawyer to represent you in a significant lawsuit may be one of the most important decisions that you will ever have to make.  For that reason, you should take the time to get to know your prospective counsel and to make sure that he or she is the best fit for you.  In order to assist you in that process, I offer free legal consultations.  Please do not hestitate to contact me at your convenience should you wish to discuss your case with me.

Adam Van Grack has had significant experience assisting individuals, corporations, small businesses, and nonprofits on a broad range of legal problems in trial courts and on appeals. Specifically, Adam has extensive experience in civil litigation, business law, appeals, environmental law, contract disputes, real estate/property law, and recreation law. Adam’s legal advice and legal opinions have been featured in many different national and local publications, including The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, The New York Times, and The Baltimore Sun. As a native Washingtonian who attended Richard Montgomery High School, Adam regularly counsels numerous Maryland and Washington, DC businesses and individuals on various corporate and legal matters on an ongoing basis.. Adam’s litigation and appeals practice addresses a broad range of civil litigation issues, including contract disputes, property disputes, financial disputes, real estate matters, environmental law, technology disputes, securities fraud, bankruptcy matters, liability problems, toxic torts, and outdoor recreation matters.  Adam regularly and effectively negotiates settlements of these same types of civil disputes.. Adam also has an extensive expertise in legal ethics and professional responsibility.  Adam has served as an expert witness on Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility in the Circuit Court of Maryland, and he currently serves on the Montgomery County Bar Association’s Legal Ethics Committee.  Adam was also appointed by the Governor of Maryland to a commission to provide advice regarding juvenile justice issues.  If you have a problem related to legal ethics or legal malpractice, Adam can help.

A seasoned civil litigator, Theodore B. Kiviat began his legal career in California, where he honed his skills litigating inside the nation's largest court system - the Los Angeles County Superior Court. While practicing in California, Mr. Kiviat's efforts for his clients resulted in two jury verdicts that awarded punitive damages, including a multimillion dollar verdict against movie director Peter Bogdanovich. After returning home to Maryland, Mr. Kiviat practiced at two of Maryland's largest law firms (Venable LLP and Shulman Rogers PA) before founding his own firm in 2012.  In 2014, Mr. Kiviat became Of Counsel to Maryland's Longman & Grack LLC. Mr. Kiviat offers a client-first approach to legal representation that is fully committed to achieving the client's objectives while providing open communication, impassioned advocacy and efficiencies born from experience. Whether zealously advocating for you in the litigation arena or providing exceptional representation and counsel outside the the courtroom, Theodore Kiviat is well positioned to champion his client's interests with dynamic legal solutions that offer the best strategy for success.