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Stephen was born and raised in Liberia, West Africa, at an age Stephen's life and dream were disrupted by a protracted 14 years civil war that destroyed many lives and ruined so many dreams. The civil war caused Stephen and his family to flee to neighboring Ghana, where he resided until he relocated to the United States and did everything possible to fulfill his dream of becoming a lawyer.. Stephen life's journey has shaped his legal philosophy and serves as the guding principle in how he approaches every matter he handles, as well as the relationship he forges with each client he encounters. Stephen is a licensed attorney in the State of Maryland and the District of Columbia, he is experienced, relentless and result driven lawyer and will leaves no stone untoned when it comes to advocating his client's position. His practice focuses on criminal defesne, personal injury and domestic law.

Soy un abogado de Maryland comprometido a hacer el sistema legal más accesible y asequible, especialmente para la comunidad inmigrante de Frederick.. I am a Maryland attorney devoted to making the legal system more accessible and affordable, especially for Frederick’s immigrant community.

Since 1993, attorney Stephen Burgoon has assisted clients throughout the Frederick, Maryland, area involved in employment law and business law matters. His experience in these often intertwined areas of law has given him unique insight into helping clients achieve their objectives, whether as employers and business owners or as employees and individuals.. As a solo practitioner, Mr. Burgoon meets individually with each client. He also purposefully keeps a manageable case load so each client's case receives the high level of attention it deserves. In doing so, he seeks to build secure, long-term attorney-client relationships built on trust and respect.

Prior to establishing the firm as an immigration attorney, Lucelia R. Justiniano worked at several immigration law firms assisting clients in removal defense cases and family-based applications before the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.. Ms. Justiniano interned at the Executive Office of Immigration Review in Baltimore, Maryland drafting decisions for three of the immigration judges. Ms. Justiniano also interned at the Board of Immigration Appeals in Falls Church, Virginia where she worked alongside Board Attorney Advisors in drafting Board decisions.. Ms. Justiniano also interned at the Maryland Office of the Public Defender where she worked exclusively with the Padilla attorney advising clients of the immigration consequences of criminal pleas, drafting informational pamphlets on common crim-imm issues, and assisting in crim-imm trainings.. Ms. Justiniano is exceptionally dedicated to giving back to the community and she provided over 800 hours of pro bono legal services during her law school career by volunteering at nonprofit organizations, including Kids In Need of Defense (KIND), the Esperanza Center of Catholic Charities of Baltimore, and Casa de Maryland. She earned a Pro Bono Service Award from University of Baltimore School of Law for her efforts. Today, she continues to volunteer at these organizations.. While in law school, Ms. Justiniano worked as a Teaching Assistant for Legal Analysis and Writing courses where she taught first year law students and international students in the LLM program. As a board member of the Immigration Law Association and the Latin American Law Students Association, Ms. Justiniano organized events such as Know Your Rights presentation and a Crim-Imm Symposium.. Ms. Justiniano is admitted to practice in Maryland and is a native Spanish speaker. She earned her B.A. in Philosophy and Law and Society from Hood College in Frederick, Maryland and is a graduate of Damascus High School.. Please email Ms. Justiniano at  or call her in the office at.

My legal journey has provided me with the power of empathy, work-life balance, and a compassionate approach to my clients needs.. When most people meet me, they are surprised to hear that I’m an attorney. My sense of humor and my ability to show empathy are my superpowers and make me approachable and down to earth.. I’m a proud member of the Maryland State Bar Association. My last two jobs in the legal field were Washington, D.C. Prosecutor, and a Frederick County Maryland Assistant States Attorney. It was a real struggle to find a work-life balance with demanding jobs and a daughter at home.. After a brief stint in real estate, I came to work part-time at Frame & Frame in January 2019, taking a support role at the firm. The talented group of women that I work with is impressive! When they offered me a full-time position as an attorney, I knew right away that I was made for this job and this type of law would fulfill my purpose.. After seeing so much unexpected loss in my circle of friends and family, I was keenly aware of my need to serve in the area of estate planning, elder law, guardianship, and probate. These are all different parts of the same picture; interrelated, but completely separate. It is gratifying to make a difference in someone’s life, especially during a difficult time.. Many people put off estate planning until they are in their “golden years,” but that can leave our loved ones unprepared for the difficulties and expenses that occur, during a crisis. Young families with children especially need to have a plan to raise their kids if something should happen to them. We help take the weight off our client’s shoulders by the time they leave our office. That is truly rewarding.. In my personal life, I enjoy family time with my husband and daughter. I’m passionate about photography and love to travel. Being outdoors with our family fur baby, a golden retriever named Lucky, is a favorite activity and loads of fun!. I’m grateful for the newfound work-life balance I have and feel happy to have the opportunity to help people in this position with Frame & Frame. It’s almost more of a calling than a job. Knowing that people have a plan in place brings my clients peace of mind and helps me sleep better at night.. I would love to meet with you or your loved ones and review your estate plan. If you or any one of your friends and family need help with estate planning, elder law, probate, or guardianship, please let me know. I can explain the legal process in plain language and develop a plan to set their mind at ease.. the power of empathy, work-life balance, and a compassionate approach to my clients needs.

Matthew was a Maryland public defender for over 15 years. During his tenure he represented thousands of individuals.  He represented people who were charged all kinds of criminal offenses including jailable traffic offenses, misdemeanors and serious felonies such as assault,  drug offenses and even murder.. He has been profiled in the Frederick News Post and been a featured guest on the season 3 premiere of the podcast "Members of the Jury.". Matthew knows what it's like to have a dirty hands type of job.  Before he became a lawyer, he was a specialty carpenter and a baggage handler for 2 major airlines.. Matthew knows how important your case is to you and will work hard to get you a positive result.

Matt lives in Frederick, Maryland with his wife, two children, and dog. Other than being a father, husband, and lawyer, he greatly enjoys hiking and being outdoors. As a former state prosecutor and volunteer firefighter, he understands the selfless dedication that our public safety officers deliver on a daily basis and strives to deliver this same level of commitment to his clients.. Professional ExperienceMatthew graduated from Georgetown University and The George Washington University Law School. After law school, he clerked for the Honorable David Boynton in the Circuit Court for Montgomery County. From there, he joined The State’s Attorney’s Office for Frederick County as an Assistant State’s Attorney, where he investigated and prosecuted hundreds of criminal cases.. In 2015, Matthew was hired as an associate attorney with Berman, Sobin & Gross. Since then, he has represented more than a thousand clients in workers’ compensation and personal injury cases. Additionally, he has successfully argued several cases in the Maryland appellate courts winning victories for injured workers across the State. In 2021, he was honored with The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 recognition.. In January 2022, Matthew became a Partner with the Firm.. Call Matt at for a free consultation TODAY.

Lisa Trail is an attorney and the founder of Maryland Strategic Divorce Consulting, LLC.  Ms. Trail has over 20 years of experience as an attorney in Maryland, with more than 15 years spent focusing on family law.. She began her career in the State’s Attorney’s Office in Frederick County, Maryland.  In the State's Attorney's Office, she was an Assistant State’s Attorney in the Child Support Division where she would handle cases to establish, modify and enforce child support matters for the citizens of Frederick County.  She then continued her work at the State’s Attorney’s Office and began handling criminal matters in the District Court for Frederick County.. In 2005, she decided to move into private practice and began her career as a family law attorney.   As a family law attorney, she has litigated cases in court and has also been appointed by the Court to represent the best interests of children in family law cases.. Lisa Trail approaches her cases in a caring and methodical manner, focusing on the specific needs of her clients.  She pays attention to the details that can change the outcome of her client’s case.  Ms. Trail’s personalized approach, together with her practical knowledge and expertise in family law provides clients with the help they need.. Ms. Trail has achieved positive results for her clients in trial court but she has also saved her clients significant time and money in attorney’s fees by successfully settling their matters without the need for a trial.  After years of litigating cases, Ms. Trail has decided to change her approach to use a limited scope representation model to assist her clients.  With this new approach, she can help guide clients through the process while saving her clients a significant amount of money that they would spend on legal fees with a full representation attorney.   The ability to handle cases this way significantly reduces the stress and anxiety clients feel if they have to face the legal process alone.  It also makes legal services available to those who cannot afford or do not want to pay the high fees of a full representation attorney.. Lisa Trail has significant experience in all aspects of family law, including:. Preparing for Divorce. Child Custody. Parenting Time (Visitation and Access). Child Support. Spousal Support (Alimony). Property Division. Settlement Agreements

I have over 26 years experience in both DUI/DWI prosecution and defense, including many alcohol-related manslaughter cases.  I work hard to make sure that all possible defenses are explored.  I'm not a stranger to the Courtroom and have extensive Court and Jury Trial experience.  I am especially adept in resolving repeat offender cases where the client is facing a lot of jail time.. I believe that it is important to treat my clients the way I would want to be treated.  I am not just a number or a name on a docket and neither are my clients.  Like me, they have families and jobs and homes, and they need to put this chapter of their lives behind them and return to their lives.  As their lawyer, it's my job to help them do that as efficiently and painlessly as possible.  That means I'm available when they have questions about their cases - not just between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m Monday through Friday, like many lawyers.  My clients can contact me any time they need information about their case.

I have been practicing law in Central Maryland, where I was born and raised, since 1998, leaving the law firm practice briefly to serve as general counsel and manager for a mid-size business in the construction industry.  Beyond business litigation and general counsel experience, I have a background in legislation and public policy that I have relied upon to represent clients in regulatory and legislative matters, including First Amendment issues, planning and zoning, and education.  The father of a special needs daughter, I take advantage of opportunities and forums that allow me to advocate to enhance the opportunties for disabled children.

I have been practicing family law for over 40 years, and have helped over 3,000 people through this often difficult process.  I handle all aspects of separation and divorce, including mediation, negotiations and litigation of simple and complex cases.  I work on child custody, visitation and child support cases, divorces involving significant marital assets and division of property and pensions, alimony, and even pet visitation.  My approach is to work hard to solve your problems, but not necessarily to "punish" the other side.  I want you to finish the process knowing that the outcome was "fair" and you dealt with things "honorably".. My hourly rates are at the high end for Frederick County, because of my experience and reputation.  However, I also rely on less expensive associate attorneys (with "only"  5 - 7 years of experience) to "build" your case while I serve as the "architect" doing the planning and strategic work that my experience and knowledge bring to the table.    The bottom line is that my final bill is ususally much lower than the other attorney's is,   even though they may  charge less per hour than I do.

I have been in private practice concentrating in criminal defense and personal injury cases since 1972.

I graduated from the University of Virginia in 1980 with a degree in English. I then went to Chicago to attend Northwestern University Law School and the J.L. Kellogg Graduate School of Management. While in law school, I was on the Editorial Board of the Journal of International Law and Business. I graduated from business school with a degree in finance.

I am a solo practioner in Frederick, Maryland.  I do practice in other courts in the State of Maryland.  My practice areas are Family Law, Divorce, Custody, Personal Injury, Auto Crashes, Workers Compensation, Criminal Defense, DUI, DWI, Bankruptcy for Chapter 7 and 13.  If you have a legal issue, please call me to discuss.

I am a Partner at Campen & Manganaro in Urbana, MD. Our primary practice area is Personal Injury. Working primarily with clients who have suffered great losses, I feel it is important for me to take it slow and listen. I like to be thorough gathering information up front, so that I can understand the facts and damages of a case from the very beginning. It is my objective to set realistic expectations and guide my clients through the process every step of the way. I work hard to get my clients everything they deserve, and will accept no less.

Hi, I’m Maryland accident and injury lawyer Phil Santa Maria. Allow me to introduce myself by telling you 10 Things about my background and interests.. I have been a lawyer for more than 30 years.  I. Who’s Who in American Law is a prestigious publication that recognizes excellence in the law. It currently recognizes about 2 1/2% of American lawyers. I am proud that I have been listed in their book for more than 30 years.. The Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory has a peer rating system where lawyers and judges rate each other based on legal skill and ethics. The highest possible rating is called “AV,” and I am told that only about 8% of the lawyers in the United States achieve this rating. I’m proud that I have been one of them for more than 30 years.. I am a lifetime member of Million Dollar Advocates Forum, an organization whose members have handled million dollar cases. Less than 1% of American lawyers are members.. These are a few more personal things . . .. II am married. My wife, Kathie, is a Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor. Between us, we have 4 adult children.. I am a fitness person. That is, I have a special interest in health and fitness. I’m a Certified Fitness Instructor.. I’m a sports fan. I’ve played and watched sports for as long as I can remember.. I love to travel. I think my all-time favorite vacation was to Bora-Bora.. I love to make photographs, especially when we travel. I’ve won some awards for my photos and I’ve had a public exhibition which was a thrill. Recently, I created a website to display some of my photographs.. I enjoy volunteer and charitable work. I volunteer legal services to those who can’t afford to pay for it.  I participated in a program called “Lawyers Who Care” and became qualified to represent 9/11 victim’s families.  I’ve coached a lot of youth sports, especially basketball.  I created and ran a youth ski club.  I have volunteered at soup kitchens for many years. I have been a Meals on Wheels driver for more than 20 years.  Another favorite thing Kathie and I did was an AIDS Ride several years ago where we rode our bicycles from Raleigh, North Carolina, to Washington, D.C., about 350 miles in 4 days. I have done volunteer community mediation.. I’m interested in government and politics.. I love humor. I like to go to comedy clubs and to movie comedies. I like to hear jokes and to tell them.. I am a blogger.. I still love being a lawyer. After all the cases I’ve handled, there’s still nothing I enjoy more than helping a good client with a good case.. Yes, I know that’s more than 10 Things. At Santa Maria Law Center, we try to always give you more than we promise.

Call the firm if you have sustained a personal injury from a car accident, truck accident, pedestrian accident, slip and fall injury or any other injury related case, or if you are in need of a quality criminal defense or DUI DWI defense lawyer to protect you, your family and your future.  We offer a FREE initial consultation, reasonable rates and payment plans for most cases.

Both inside and outside the office, I believe in following the golden rule.  Accordingly, I strive to provide each client with cost-effective, high-quality representation just as I would want to receive if I were in my client's shoes.

Arthur focuses his trialand litigation practice in Frederick, MD and the western Maryland region. Practice areas include vehicle accidents, workers' compensation, and personal injury.

All I do is family law, all day, every day. It's what I've done exclusively for over 20 years. Every family law attorney is a little bit different; choosing an attorney is intensely personal. You should be certain your attorney's personality and philosophy of family law are consistent with yours.At one point in my life, I was where you are now. When I divorced, I gave up a lot in the hope that my ex-husband and I would be able to move forward and co-parent our two children effectively in two households. Unfortunately, that was not to be. My ex-husband had no real interest in working with me as a co-parent. When the opportunity arose for us to resolve a difficult issue regarding our children, he chose to file in court rather than work with me.As a client, what I learned was that the court is not a good place for families. Judges don't care about your children. Heck, they don't even remember you once you leave their courtroom; I later appeared as an attorney before the judge who heard my case and I also delivered my annual holiday cookies to him, and he had no memory that he had seen me before or heard my case. My first attorney treated me as if I knew nothing and didn't care what I wanted for my family. My second attorney represented me ably and recognized that it was my life and I should be a partner in the decisions affecting me and my family. My case finally settled, but not before causing damage from that first hearing, the first attorney and to my child's mental health. I wish I could say my case was unusual, but it wasn't. It convinced me more than anything else that the courtroom should be the last resort for a family dispute.My philosophy is simple: it's not my life; it's yours. My job is to make sure that two things happen: first, that you clarify your vision for your life, post divorce or custody case; and second, that you choose the right process for your vision to become a reality. What that means for you is that we work together as a team, sharing information, brainstorming and problem solving. I provide you support, information and help you advocate for yourself and your family even as I am advocating for you. I help you decide whether mediation, collaborative divorce, traditional negotiation or litigation are the correct process for you and your family; and I support and guide you through whatever process you choose as right for you. You are never alone. I care what happens to you and your family.

Agressive, confident attorney in Thurmont, Frederick, Baltimore, and throughout Maryland.  Free case analysis.  Flexible fees.  Flexible hours. Flexible locations.  We make house calls.. Nick McDaniels is a small firm lawyer with small town roots and big city skills. He is practitioner in Maryland with a deep passion for assisting people in their times of need.  McDaniels Law, LLC was founded in 2016 to turn that passion into practice.  McDaniels Law, LLC merged with Lewis Law, LLC to form Lewis McDaniels, LLC - a full service litigation and transaction firm with its headquarters in Frederick, Maryland in 2019.. Mr. McDaniels spends his days teaching Law and Leadership to high school students in Baltimore City Public Schools and his evenings, weekends, and breaks providing legal services to his clients.  In addition to teaching Law and Leadership to Baltimore’s next generation of legal workers and providing excellent advice and representation to his legal clients, Mr. McDaniels is also the co-owner of The Kerr Team of ExecuHome Realty, a full-service real estate team.. Mr. McDaniels was born in Buckhannon, West Virginia and moved to Westminster, Maryland when he was young.  He is a proud product of Maryland Public Schools and a graduate of Westminster Senior High School. He received his Bachelor of Arts in English and Secondary Education from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, his Master of Science in Education, Administration and Supervision from The Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland, and his Juris Doctor from the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law in Baltimore, Maryland.. Mr. McDaniels is licensed to practice law in the State of Maryland.  He is a proud member of the National Lawyers Guild, Maryland State Bar Association, American Bar Association, National Association of Realtors, and the Baltimore Teachers Union.  Mr. McDaniels serves on the Board of Directors of CLIA (Community Law in Action).. Mr. McDaniels lives in Thurmont in Frederick County, Maryland with his wife and daughter.

A graduate of Boston University ’90 and University of Baltimore School of Law ’94, Ms. Martz is admitted to the Maryland Court of Appeals, the United States District Court of Maryland, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit and the United States Supreme Court. Ms. Martz taught Criminal Law in the Criminal Justice Program at Frederick Community College for many years, was past Board Member and current member of the Maryland Criminal Defense Attorney’s Association, member of Frederick County Defense Attorney’s Association, past Frederick County recipient of the Outstanding Young Marylander Award and is most proud to have been involved in the release of several people who have been wrongfully convicted. She is a past recipient of the Hoffberger Prize for Professional Ethics. Ms. Martz was honored recently by the Lifer’s Group at the Maryland House of Corrections-Hagerstown for her willingness to lecture and provide pro bono advice to inmates on how to recognize legitimate issues and how to get their case heard. She was also invited to present at the Maryland Judicial Institute (Topic: Evidence in Criminal Law).. A native of Frederick County and actively involved in her community, Ms. Martz was privileged to be the first woman counsel to the Frederick County Agricultural Society, a position where she served for more than a decade and remains a Life Member. She is also a member of the Frederick Woman’s Civic Club, was a founding board member of Dottie Wilson Ministries and past board member of Frederick Advocates for Homeless Families.

33+ years of experience working as a solo practitioner primarily in the Frederick and Montgomery County areas. Areas of focus are personal injury, medical malpractice, criminal defense, business litigation.. Licensed to practice in Maryland and the District of Columbia. Admitted to practice in federal courts in MD and DC. Active member of Maryland State Bar Association, the Frederick County Bar Association and the Maryland Association of Justice.. Big wins:Auto Accident Jury Verdict - $3,076, - Vicki Moore v. Lynn M. Lowery Wrongful Death Jury Verdict - $1,560, - The Estate of Wayne Frebert, et al. v. The Estate of Meir Gross, M.D. Medical Malpractice Jury Verdict - $ 877, Charles E. Swecker, II v. Stanley Y. Chung, M.D. Assault and Battery Jury Verdict of $138,700 - Jamal Shaikh, et al. v Amguard Security, Inc., et al.. Additional cases and case summaries can be seen at