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Title: Partner. Practice Area Focus Areas: Adoption, Alimony & Spousal Support, Child Support, Custody & Visitation, Dissolution, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Estate Planning, Father's Rights, Guardianships & Conservatorships, Living Wills, Marital Property, Mediation & Collaborative Law, Name Change, Paternity, Power of Attorney, Prenuptial Agreements, Same Sex Family Law, Wills. Industry Group: Industry Groups Unknown. A graduate of the State University of New York at Albany, with honors, and the American University, Washington College of Law, Juris Doctor, Ms. Schwartz was selected to participate in the Criminal Justice Clinic.. She is an active member of the Howard County Bar Association, Howard County Family Law Section, Howard County Women’s Bar Association, Howard County Collaborative Professionals and Maryland Collaborative Practice Council.Ms. Schwartz has spoken on Domestic Relations issues including divorce, pre-nuptial agreements, domestic violence, representing children in contested custody cases, and cutting edge issues in Family Law for several organizations throughout Maryland including the Montgomery County Women’s Commission, New Beginnings, an organization for newly separated and divorced individuals, the Maryland Institute for Continuing Professional Education for Lawyers (MICPEL), Johns Hopkins University-APL, the Howard County Bar Association and the National Family Resiliency Center, Inc. (NFRC).. Ms. Schwartz served as a member of the Board of Directors for the Domestic Violence Center of Howard County from 2005 to 2014, has served on the Board of Directors of the Howard County Collaborative Professionals since 2010, currently as Past President, as Co-President for the Howard County Family Law Committee for many years, the Scholarship Committee for the Columbia Foundation, and currently serves on the Board of Directors for Maryland Collaborative Practice Council and on the Board of Directors of Girls on the Run for Central Maryland. Ms. Schwartz received the Howard County Bar Association President's Award in 2007 for her dedication and service to the Family Law Committee.  In 2015 Ms. Schwartz was inducted as a fellow into the Howard County Bar Foundation.   Ms. Schwartz was named a Maryland Super Lawyer and a Top Attorney in Maryland by Baltimore Magazine in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018. Ms. Schwartz was named Top 50 Women Lawyers in MD in 2014 and 2015.Professional Associations:. Volunteer:

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Seasoned trial attorney with a focus on family law, particularly complex child custody matters. I began my career as an Attorney for Children in Brooklyn, NY, where I represented thousands of children over twelve years in child protective, custody, guardianship, protective order, termination of parental rights, and other related cases. I now practice general family law mainly in Baltimore, Howard, Anne Arundel and Montgomery Counties in Maryland. As a former child advocate, my approach is very child-centered and I bring a wealth of experience in the most complicated issues that families face - including mental illness, substance abuse and domestic violence.

Ms. Leatherman received her Juris Doctor from the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law in May 2012, after receiving her Bachelor’s Degree in Neuroscience and Media and Communications Studies, summa cum laude, from Ursinus College in May 2009. While at Ursinus College, Ms. Leatherman worked as a legal assistant, focusing primarily on family law litigation. She co-authored several publications, as well as a book chapter, on research to provide solutions for protecting children from cyber-predators. While in law school, Ms. Leatherman interned at the Circuit Court for Howard County, Maryland under the Asper Fellowship Program. Ms. Leatherman also represented individuals in civil cases as a Rule 16 Student Attorney with the law school’s Health Care Delivery and Child Welfare Legal Issues Clinic. Ms. Leatherman received the Ward Kershaw Clinical Advocacy Prize, presented to students who excel in client advocacy, for her work in the clinic. In addition, Ms. Leatherman received the Rose Zetzer Fellow Award for her work in the Women, Leadership and Equality Program. Ms. Leatherman joined Weinberg & Schwartz, L.L.C. as a law clerk in June 2010. She remained in this role until she was sworn into the Maryland Bar in December 2012 and became an associate attorney with the firm. Along with being a certified mediator and a collaboratively trained attorney, Ms. Leatherman is trained to serve as court appointed counsel for children in high conflict domestic cases.

Mr. Meyers is a former federal agent with the United States Secret Service. He has spent the majority of his career working in the Intelligence Community (IC) and is experienced working with startups as well as Fortune 500 firms.  He holds a B.S. from the University of Maryland University College and a Doctorate of Jurisprudence. He has attended the George Washington University School of Law School and Executive Education courses at Harvard Business School. With over 20 years experience in technology, internet, communications, engineering, networks and software, he understands the challenges of tech firms and can provide assistance to include start up phase to capital raising as well as employment issues and commercial leases.  When he does not have the answer, he knows how to find it.. Admitted: Maryland, District of Columbia, Supreme Court of the United States

Meetesh Patel is the founder and managing attorney of Consilium Law. He has been practicing business law in the Baltimore/Washington, DC metro area since 2001.. Meetesh utilizes his 19 plus years of experience as an entrepreneur with technology-enabled start-up experience to counsel small business and corporate clients on corporate and business law matters such as business formation and structuring, contract drafting, drafting and negotiating technology transfer and licensing agreements, trademark and copyright protection, employment agreements, joint ventures and strategic alliances, and reviewing and drafting private placement documentation for financings, corporate restructurings, mergers and acquisitions and other related matters.. As an entrepreneur, Meetesh has more than 18 years of technology-enabled, start-up experience. Among his achievements, he is credited with leading development of the world’s first-of-a-kind technology capable of generating electricity on see-through glass windows, leading the invention and prototyping of novel roadway-embedded systems for generating electricity from the movement of vehicles and leading the development and commercialization of game changing, environmentally friendly, nanotechnology-based water treatment and purification systems. Under Meetesh’s leadership, each of these companies established strategic plans, built engineering teams, bolstered their public images, gained investor confidence, raised seed capital, monetized intellectual property and formed strategic partnerships to help reach markets and realize accelerated growth.. Meetesh represents clients in a broad range of industries including information technology, software development, venture capital, scientific research and development, medicine, banking, management consulting, hospitality, real estate development, import-export, professional sports, and the arts.. In addition to his legal practice, Meetesh currently serves as managing director of Strategic Edge, a strategic consulting and venture advisory focused on helping early stage ventures in developing successful strategies for commercializing their products and services.. He holds a Juris Doctor degree from American University’s Washington College of Law and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science with an emphasis in International Relations from the University of Maryland College Park. Meetesh is a licensed member of the Maryland State Bar and the District of Columbia Bar.

Maryland employment lawyer with extensive experience counseling and representing both employees and employers. Jamaal Stafford recevied his JD from the University of Virginia School of Law and is licensed to practice law in Maryland, Washington, D.C. and Louisiana. He handles cases relating to discrimination, wrongful termination, sexual harrassment, and other employment matters.

Kenesha A. Raeford, a highly skilled attorney specializing in the small business sector and government contracts industry, has become a trusted advisor due to her passion for the law and unwavering commitment to excellence. Recognizing the intricate legal needs of small businesses, Kenesha is dedicated to providing comprehensive legal support and advocating for small business owners, ensuring the success and ability of their businesses to thrive.

Joshua Plaxen is a partner at Plaxen Adler Muncy, P.A. Since joining the firm in 2015, Joshua focuses his practice on personal injury, Social Security Disability and workers' compensation claims.. Joshua graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park in 2008 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, and graduated from the University of Baltimore School of Law in 2012 magna cum laude. He was also inducted into the Heuisler Honor Society for finishing in the top ten percent of his class. During law school, Joshua served on the Executive Board of the University of Baltimore Law Review.

Jessica M. Gorsky joined Carney, Kelehan, Bresler, Bennett and Scherr LLP as an attorney in 2017 focusing her practice on estates and trusts and elder law. Her practice also includes business formation and taxation. Although primarily based in the Columbia office, Ms. Gorsky also works with clients in the firm’s Annapolis and Westminster offices.. Prior to joining Carney Kelehan, Ms, Gorsky was an attorney for Walsh & Company in Columbia, Maryland. In her position, she focused on estate planning, litigation matters, guardianship pleadings and estate and fiduciary income tax returns.  She presented “Medicaid—The Ins and Outs of Applying for Long Term Care Assistance in Maryland” at the Wealth Academy 2016 Seminar Series.. In her previous employment with Silverman, Thompson, Slutkin & White LLC, Ms. Gorsky administered probate and trust estates, conducted client intakes and drafted and recorded deeds for estate planning purposes. Ms. Gorsky also held positions at Stouffer Legal, Michael Hodes LLC and Law Office of Amy J. Seifert.. She is a member of the Maryland State Bar Association, Baltimore County Bar Association, Baltimore City Bar Association, Howard County Bar Association, Howard County Estate Planning Council and the Women Lawyers as Leaders Initiative.  Most recently Ms. Gorsky has also been appointed to the board of the Association for Community Services of Howard County.. Ms. Gorsky earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Baltimore School of Law with a concentration in estate planning. She also received a Master of Laws degree in taxation coupled with an estate planning certification. She received her bachelor’s degree in political science and fine arts from Syracuse University. She currently lives in Owings Mills, Maryland.

I received myBachelor’s Degree in Political Science from Frostburg State University in May 2009 where I was an active member of Delta Zeta National Sorority and the Student Government Association.. After college, I spent two years as a legal assistant before attending law school. I graduated magna cum laude from the University of Baltimore School of Law in May 2014. While in law school, I worked for several law firms, gaining experience in criminal and family law.. For the first year after law school, I served as a Judicial Law Clerk to the Honorable Nancy M. Purpura in the Circuit Court for Baltimore County. I spent six months of her judicial clerkship in the family law rotation and was exposed to a variety of family law matters.. I was admitted to the Maryland bar in December 2014 and I joined Weinberg & Schwartz, L.L.C. in August 2015.. Professional Associations:

Greetings. I am the principal attorney for the Lilly Law Firm, a multi-service law practice located in Columbia, Howard County, Maryland. I've been practicing law for over 29 years and have extensive trial experience. I have successfully represented multiple men and women in a wide variety of criminal and civil matters. I primarily practice in the area of criminal and motor vehicle law defense but also handle a large number of accident cases and family law matters. My fees are highly competitive.. I served as a Maryland Assistant State’s Attorney from 1992 to 1998. I prosecuted numerous felonies and misdemeanors during that time – including serious motor vehicle offenses (DWI/DUI, Driving While Suspended, etc.) – and developed a particular expertise with respect to narcotics crimes. From 1998 to 2001, I was a Maryland Assistant Attorney General, during which time I investigated and prosecuted a wide range of state criminal environmental offenses.. Since 2001, I've been on the defense side of the aisle with respect to criminal and motor vehicle law matters. I take great pride in providing highly personalized and effective legal representation. With thorough preparation, hard work and meticulous attention to detail, I consistently achieve outstanding results for my clients.. My firm handles a substantial number of personal injury cases – including auto accidents, trucking accidents, and slip and falls. We seek and achieve full compensation for damages, such as medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. We understand that helping our clients obtain all of the medical care they need – as well as thorough and effective medical documentation – are the keys to maximum personal injury awards – and, where possible, a full recovery.. The Lilly Law Firm also handles a substantial number of family law matters. These cases are often emotionally charged and challenging. While the firm endeavors to achieve a negotiated settlement of the issues presented by a divorce or separation, we are fully prepared to litigate if this is required. The firm offers mediation to opposing parties, often drafting separation agreements based on the terms agreed upon by the parties – avoiding the high financial and emotional costs of litigation.. The firm also has expertise in preparing wills. A will or trust is the best way to ensure your property and assets are passed to the people who matter most in your life. We will carefully and meticulously articulate your wishes and desires in a will or trust.. It was an honor for me to serve in the U.S. Navy Reserve as both an officer and an enlisted sailor from 1988 to 2015. I was mobilized for two years immediately following the events of September 11, 2001. The Lilly Law Firm offers substantial discounts to active duty and reserve military members, veterans, and their families.

Chris realizes that estate planning is the easiest thing in the world to put off, and that’s why he’s committed to making the process comfortable, easy, and accessible. Whether it’s making sure the right people are in charge of caring for your children, drafting trusts for special needs beneficiaries, engaging in complex estate tax planning, or crafting documents to account for any number of unique circumstances, Chris has worked with thousands of Maryland individuals and families to put together the right plan for them.. Chris focuses his practice on estate planning to help his clients prepare for the unexpected, and estate administration, to help make sure a loved one’s wishes are carried out. Prior to joining the firm, Chris spent six years at a boutique estates and trusts firm in Baltimore County.. A long-time resident of Howard County, Chris is proud to serve his community. He spends as much of his free time as he can with his wife and three young boys. Chris enjoys cooking for his family and spending time with friends.

At the law office of R. A. Gazaille, Attorney at Law, LLC, we have more than 15 years of experience reviewing loan and mortgage documents and helping people get into the right house. When you come to our firm, you will find the personal attention and dedicated representation you need for your real estate issue.. Whether you are buying a new home or selling your property, we will explain all of your legal options and help you make important decisions to protect your interests.

Andre O. McDonald is the founder and principal attorney at McDonald Law Firm, a Columbia law firm serving clients throughout Howard County and the surrounding counties in the areas of estate planning, special needs planning, Medicaid/long-term care planning, and veterans pension planning.. Since Mr. McDonald was admitted to the Maryland Bar, in addition to managing a successful law practice, he has served as a volunteer attorney with the Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland and the Bar Association of Baltimore City – Senior Legal Services, where he has helped Maryland low-income seniors with their estate planning needs. Mr. McDonald currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Howard County Estate Planning Council. In 2018, Mr. McDonald, was appointed by Governor Larry Hogan, Jr. to serve on the Virginia I. Jones Alzheimer’s and Related Disorders Council.. While in law school, Mr. McDonald served as a student attorney with the Washtenaw County Public Defender Office and the SixtyPlus, Inc., Elderlaw Clinic. At the Public Defender Office, Mr. McDonald advocated on behalf of indigent defendants charged with misdemeanors and felonies. Additionally, Mr. McDonald represented low-income seniors with a wide range of civil matters during his tenure with the SixtyPlus, Inc., Elderlaw Clinic. He also served as the court appointed guardianship reviewer for, the Circuit Court of Michigan for, Ingham County, Clinton County, and Eaton County. Mr. McDonald served as an Ambassador for the law school, mentoring newly-admitted first-year law students.. Prior to attending law school, Mr. McDonald served our nation as an Enlisted Officer with the United States Marine Corps. He also served for several years as a Federal Security Officer with the Department of Homeland Security where he trained new officers and mediated and resolved disputes regarding officer disciplinary action or officer-management matters. This breadth of experience helps Mr. McDonald deliver legal services and work with clients in a practical, goal-oriented manner.