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You need an attorney who will listen to you, understand your needs, and explain your options.  I am Ryan Wilson, and I am focused on helping my clients and developing effective legal strategies that meet each client's individual needs.  I welcome new clients in my areas of practice, and my firm offers a free inital consultation.  I am here to help whether you are starting or running a business or nonprofit, planning your estate, administering an estate, or caring for an elderly loved one.. I provide my estate planning clients with comprehensive service, including the preparation of relevant documents such as wills or, where appropriate, trusts, strategies to reduce or eliminate tax liability, and business succession. Standard packages include a will, financial power of attorney, health care power of attorney, and medical directive. I help my probate clients navigate the complicated process of administering an estate.  I help clients with older loved ones who need additional care because of illness or dementia.  I help business clients choose the right business entity for them, negotiate and draft agreements, and help business owners protect their brand.

With over twenty years’ experience as a litigator Mary Paloger brings to East Coast Legal Group her expertise in family, criminal and immigration matters. When Ms. Paloger takes on a case, her clients reap the benefit of her considerable knowledge, experience and intense personal investment, as well as her ready sense of humor.. After receiving her degree from Binghamton University, Ms. Paloger attended Florida State University College of Law and started her career as an Assistant Public Defender in Miami, Florida. From humble beginnings she has built East Coast Legal Group into a law firm that prides itself on zealous representation combined with an understanding of real-life considerations. She is fully committed to representing her clients through all phases of litigation and creatively advising clients through mediation and settlement negotiations.. An ethical attorney will never promise results or a favorable outcome. However, what Mary Paloger can promise is an advocate who will stand by your side and fight for your rights.

Stephen D. Ruben, the son of Judge Leonard Ruben and Senator Ida Ruben, is a skilled, multi-practice attorney at the Law Offices of Ruben and Ruben. His career began at the Ellin & Baker law firm, where he focused on medical malpractice. He gained significant trial experience during this time and had his first courtroom appearance with his father presiding over the bench.After Ellin & Baker, Stephen continued his legal career in his own private practice. During his time, he practiced medical malpractice, criminal defense, and real estate transactions. He handled over 10,000 real estate transactions between 1995 and 2008 and opened a division of his practice that focused exclusively on these matters. At the Law Offices of Ruben and Ruben, Stephen practices bankruptcy, real estate law, medical malpractice, and criminal defense. Contact the firm today to request a consultation.

Robert Tucci is an associate at Zipin, Amster & Greenberg, LLC. He adopts a strategic, deliberative, and analytical approach to representation. He primarily practices in wage & hour litigation, including large multi-plaintiff collective and class actions, but has broad experience in most areas of employment law. Mr. Tucci is a pioneer in litigating claims under the Virginia Wage Payment Act, including serving as lead counsel in a case which obtained the first-ever Rule 23 class action certification on behalf of a class of approximately 500 manufacturing employees asserting claims arising under the VWPA for unpaid wages. See Stacy v. Jennmar Corp. of Va., Inc., 2022 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 82440 (W.D. Va. May 6, 2022).. Prior to joining ZAG, Mr. Tucci practiced at a boutique law firm in Northern Virginia, representing workers individually and in class and collective actions for a variety of employment issues, including wage and hour violations, FMLA claims, wrongful termination, discrimination, and retaliation. Mr. Tucci was the founder of the firm’s wage & hour collective and class action practice group and was lead counsel for all matters on the collective/class docket. Before moving to the DMV area, Mr. Tucci practiced at a boutique law firm in Cary, North Carolina, focusing on wage & hour litigation.. In another life, Mr. Tucci had a successful career in sales and management working for one of the largest telecommunications companies in the country. He achieved multiple top sales awards and was selected for a prestigious leadership development program. His proudest moment was seeing his team achieve first-place in annual sales for the region during his first year in management.

Robert Demirji is Principal Attorney at  the Law Offices of Gary H. Gerstenfield. Mr. Demirji is barred in Maryland and focuses his practice on serious criminal and traffic matters.. Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Demirji graduated from the University of Baltimore School of Law. During his time in law school, Mr. Demirji served as the Production Editor for the University of Baltimore Journal of International Law and was a Student Fellow for the Center for International and Comparative Law. Mr. Demirji earned his undergraduate degree in Criminology & Criminal Justice, and Government and Politics from the University of Maryland, College Park.. Mr. Demirji has extensive knowledge in both criminal defense and traffic matters handling thousands of cases in the last eight years. Mr. Demirji is an amazingly effective and truly gifted litigator and advocate. There is no problem too great or dilemma too difficult that he cannot solve. But, what really distinguishes Mr. Demirji among the elite of trial lawyers is the warmth and compassion he brings in resolving the seemingly unsolvable legal issues that many his clients face.. Mr. Demirji is a lifelong resident of Montgomery County, Maryland. He speaks fluent Arabic and is of Lebanese descent. In his spare time, he plays basketball, soccer, and enjoys outdoor activities.

Rick began his legal career at the age of 19, working part-time as a litigation assistant at a large and established law firm in Phoenix, Arizona. Throughout the years he spent there, he worked on an anti-trust case with a young associate at the time, the former Arizona Governor and Secretary of Homeland Security, Janet Napolitano.. After graduating from Arizona State with a degree in finance, Rick chose to attend George Washington University in Washington, D.C. to pursue his legal endeavors. Although he was accepted into law schools in California, Virginia and Arizona, he felt studying law in the nation's capital would provide unique opportunities and experiences.. During and after law school, he worked for a federal judge in Washington, D.C., the Honorable Charles R. Richey. Rick often says that learning from him and watching trials gave him the invaluable experience and motivation he needed as a law student and young lawyer. “He used to say that a judge who spent all his time in the courtroom couldn’t get his work done.” The unforgettable experience and invaluable impressions Judge Richey left on Rick are definitely visible throughout his work, as he strives to live up to one of Judge Richey’s favorite mottos: “Justice delayed is justice denied.”. In 1994, after completing his bar exam, Rick was hired by James Nickelsporn as an associate attorney, handling car accident cases. By 2002, Nickelsporn had realized how dependable, hardworking, and genuine Rick was toward his clients and the law, and invited him to join him as his law partner—Rick gladly accepted, creating the current firm of Nickelsporn and Lundin, P.C. In 2006, Rick started handling divorce, custody and family law matters on behalf of clients, and during the past ten years, he has helped many people successfully navigate the difficulties of divorce and custody matters.

Rayan Momenah is a dedicated and skilled legal professional licensed to practicelaw in both Maryland and Washington, D.C. He graduated from AmericanUniversity in 2019, where he refined his legal acumen as a student attorney in theInternational Human Rights Clinic at the Washington College of Law. He alsoholds an undergraduate degree in Marketing from the University of Georgia.. With a focus on personal injury law, Rayan specializes in cases involving motorvehicle accidents and premises liability. He is passionate about helpingindividuals who have been wrongfully injured and works tirelessly to ensure theyreceive just compensation for their injuries and losses.

Prior to joining the firm as a criminal defense attorney, Andres (AJ) Heiney-Gonzalez served as a law clerk to the Honorable Marielsa A. Bernard in the Montgomery County Circuit Court. Upon completion of his clerkship, he was selected to be a Fellow in the Montgomery County Bar Association Leadership Academy Class of 2017.. Mr. Heiney-Gonzalez is committed to serving his community and fighting injustice. Prior to law school he served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Honduras and worked as a special education paraeducator in Montgomery County Public Schools.. He remains active in the community by volunteering as a lacrosse coach at Quince Orchard High School and by serving as a Board Member of his HOA in Germantown.. Mr. Heiney-Gonzalez received his Juris Doctor degree from the University of Maryland, Francis King Carey School of Law, where he graduated cum laude and received his BA from the University of Maryland, College Park. He is a member of the Montgomery County Bar Association and the Maryland State Bar Association.. Mr. Heiney-Gonzalez is fluent in Spanish.

Prior to joining Jezic & Moyse as personal injury attorney, Diana Pak Yi worked on a wide range of civil litigation matters. She has advocated for various clients at trial in personal injury suits and has also vigorously represented clients in family law matters involving custody, divorce, and protective orders. Ms. Pak Yi has successfully represented clients before the immigration court in asylum, cancellation of removal, and other defensive proceedings. In addition to individuals, Ms. Pak Yi has also counseled corporate clients on proposed business transactions while protecting their rights through litigation in Virginia.. Ms. Pak Yi graduated cum laude from the American University Washington College of Law. While in law school, Ms. Pak Yi worked in the International Human Rights Clinic, where she represented clients concerning a variety of human rights issues. She was also a member of the Administrative Law Review and the Moot Court Honor Society. She received honors for her oral argument presentation in Spanish at the Competencia Internacional de Arbitraje Comercial in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Ms. Pak earned her undergraduate degree, with honors, from Johns Hopkins University.. Ms. Pak Yi has been admitted to practice law in New York, District of Columbia, and Virginia. She was raised in Bogota, Colombia, is a native Spanish speaker and is conversationally fluent in Korean.

Our lawyers pride themselves on their reputation for providing creative, effective representation that protects their clients' rights. They know how scared and stressed you are, which is why they will always take the time to address all of your questions and concerns. As our client, you will always be represented by a lawyer who is intimately familiar with all of the details of your case.. One of the reasons why we have earned the respect of so many judges, past clients and other attorneys is that we prepare each case as if it will go to trial. Doing all the necessary investigations, interviews and consultation with expert witnesses will help you in settlement negotiations even if your case never goes before a jury.

Our firm represents accident victims who have been injured in automobile accidents, truck accidents, work place accidents, construction accidents, workers' compensation claims, medical negligence, defective products, and any accident that causes injury.  We represent our clients zealously and strive to provide them with our best legal opinions in order for the client to make informed decisions throughout the case and/or litigation process.  Call us today for a free consultation.

Our firm is committed to protecting the rights of the injured.    If you or a family member are hurt in an accident, please call us for a free consultation about your rights.

My practice of law is primarily in the areas of disability benefits and includes FederalDisability Retirement benefits, Long/Short Term Disability benefits, State RetirementDisability benefits and Social Security Disability benefits. I litigate at all levels, including initial applications, administrative appeals, administrative law judge hearings, and court reviews. I also represent federal workers in related employment matters, including leave disputes, requests for accommodations and removal actions. I also represent claimants in life insurance and medical insurance disputes.. Originally from Rochester, New York, I attended the Catholic University of Americain Washington, D.C., where I was a member of the Academic Honors Program. I received myBachelor of Arts in Politics, magna cum laude, and am a current member of Phi Beta Kappa. I received my J.D., cum laude, from the University Of Baltimore School Of Law, in Baltimore Maryland. While at the University of Baltimore School of Law I was the recipient of the University Of Baltimore School Of Law Scholarship.. I was a speaker on the Federal Disability Retirement program at the Spring 2011National Conference of the National Organization of Social Security Claimant Representatives (NOSSCR), and moderated at their May 2013 conference. I was recently named one of the Daily Record’s “20 in their Twenties” award recipients, as a result of professional and civic achievement. I am a co-author of several articles on disability benefits which have been published in state and national publications, including the Maryland Association for Justice Trial Reporter.

Ms. Oliver graduated from Howard University School of Law and began her career as an Assistant States Attorney in Prince George’s County, Maryland where she prosecuted several high profile matters and handled over 50 jury trials with a high rate of success.. She then accepted a position as in-house counsel with State Farm Insurance Company where she gained more jury trial experience by defending State Farm and its policy holders in personal injury and contract disputes for over 5 years and completed Insurance Coverage Litigation School.. Aileen E. Oliver has over 20 years of litigation experience with a high rate of success in Divorce, Child Custody and Support, Personal Injury, Children In Need Of Assistance (CINA), Contract, Collections, Criminal and Civil cases. She has been appointed by the Judges of the Circuit Court of Maryland as a Best Interest Attorney in matters involving custody disputes.. Ms. Oliver is the primary mediator for Family Mediation Works, LLC which assists families in resolving custody, support and marital property disputes without resort to Court litigation.. The Law Office of Aileen E. Oliver has assisted Maryland and District of Columbia entrepreneurs in setting up new ventures, preparing contracts and agreements and licensing.. Aileen Oliver is admitted to practice in both Maryland and the District of Columbia.

Ms. Finch has practiced in both Maryland and D.C. since 1978. Originally she served as a prosecutor in Baltimore City, where she was nicknamed "First Degree Finch" by Judge Robert Murphy for her litigation skills. At the same time, her father, Walter G. Finch, taught her intellectual property law. In 1997 she went to work in D.C. for the law firm of Stevens Davis, Miller & Mosher, LLP as their head trademark and copyright litigator. She has a broad litigation practice and has tried cases dealing with trademark and copyright infringement, unemployment, landlord tenant, divorce, collections, and criminal, both as a prosecutor and as a defense attorney in either state or federal court in Maryland, Pennsylvania, D.C., Virginia, California, Illinois, New York, New Jersey and others. She also has been engaged in the prosecution and litigation of numerous trademark applications before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, filed numerous copyright applications with the U.S. Copyright Office and has successfully obtained the transfer of domain names to trademark registrants.. Ms. Finch has helped her clients to protect their intellectual property since 1978. She has experience in trademark clearance, counseling, prosecution, enforcement, and litigation. She has represented both small and large companies including CareFirst BCBS, Conseco, Volkswagen, and other Fortune 500 companies. Her firm, Finch & Associates, LLC is located in northern Silver Spring Maryland. Ms. Finch's practice focuses on the protection, enforcement and defense of all forms of intellectual property rights. She has litigated a number of complex trademark infringement cases, as well as cases involving service mark infringement, collective membership mark infringement, trademark dilution, trade dress infringement, unfair competition, copyright infringement, cybersquatting and breach of contract. She also has handled ICANN domain dispute cases before WIPO and the American Arbitration Association. Ms. Finch’s practice covers brand licensing and counseling as well. Among other things, she has developed comprehensive trademark enforcement programs, written numerous cease and desist letters, managed worldwide trademark portfolios, counseled on customs issues and created and helped implement intellectual property guidelines and policies for various types of entities. On the transactional side, she has represented clients on matters involving trademark and copyright licenses, assignments, non-disclosure and non-compete agreements, asset purchase agreements, and domain name transfers. Over the course of her career, she has secured for her clients numerous trademark and copyright registrations, in the U.S. and internationally.She is a seasoned public speaker and has won many Toastmaster awards Her associate, Marcos Ferrer, is a branding expert and helps clients to choose trademarks that are effective for their products.. Trademark and copyright infringement litigation before the U.S. Federal District Courts and Courts of Appeals encompassing a broad range of legal issues including trademark infringement, dilution, domain name conflicts, copyrights and trade dress.

Mr. Harris' medical background makes him highly qualified to help people discuss Power of Attorney and Living Wills.  He has the medical knowledge to help walk you through varying medical scenarios to help you make appropriate decisions to express your future desires.

Morgan A. Whitlock is the founder of Whitlock Law, LLC, where she focuses her practice on representing plaintiffs in personal injury matters, including automobile, tractor-trailer, and motorcycle accidents, as well as police brutality and premises liability cases. She is an experienced litigator who has appeared before District and Circuit Courts in Virginia and Maryland and is admitted to practice in both states’ federal and state courts.. A native of Wilson, North Carolina, Ms. Whitlock earned her undergraduate degree from NC State University and her Juris Doctor from the David A. Clarke School of Law at the University of the District of Columbia, where she received the Dean’s Cup for outstanding public service. During law school, she served on the Judiciary Committee of the Student Body Association, worked as a teaching assistant for a course on the government’s role in national disasters, and completed over 800 hours of pro bono legal service representing indigent clients in the District of Columbia. Ms. Whitlock is an active member of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association and the Maryland Association for Justice and is a former Secretary of the Virginia Women Attorneys Association, Loudoun County Chapter.

Maryland lawyer Amal A. Betrand is a partner in the firm’s growing civil practice. She also concentrates on large criminal cases, including her key participation in a five-day jury trial in which her client was acquitted of all charges, even after a videotaped confession was shown to the jury (See article). In 2012 Maryland criminal lawyer Amal A. Bertrand helped a client achieve a dismissal of all murder and gun charges in front of a Prince Georges county jury. Read Washington post article. Ms. Bertrand graduated cum laude from American University’s Washington College of Law and previously clerked for the Honorable S. Michael Pincus in the Circuit Court for Montgomery County.. Ms. Bertrand is fluent in French and Arabic.. You can reach Amal at or by email at

Maryland criminal attorney Rand W. Lucey, a partner,  primarily handles criminal cases in the state of Maryland. He represents clients facing a variety of criminal and serious traffic charges everyday in both Circuit and District Courts in Maryland.. Mr. Lucey has tried two first degree murder cases before a jury. In 2010, Mr. Lucey convinced the highest court of Maryland to hear the appeal of an MVA case in which his client was denied the right to counsel. He went on to argue that case along with Mr. Jezic before the State’s highest court.. Criminal lawyer Rand Lucey also has a successful coram nobis and post-conviction practice, seeking relief for clients who are suffering immigration consequences or other collateral consequences of criminal convictions. In 2010, Mr. Lucey and Andrew Jezic convinced a Howard County Circuit Court Judge, in a coram nobis petition, to grant a new trial for their client who had pled guilty to killing her boyfriend in 1994.  Despite her confession, the Judge vacated her guilty plea and in 2013, the State dismissed all charges in the case.. Mr. Lucey recently obtained a complete acquittal from a Talbot County jury in a serious traffic case. He has previously obtained complete jury acquittals for multiple clients in serious felony cases.. Mr. Lucey is licensed to practice in both the state and federal courts in Maryland and is a member of the Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys Association, Montgomery County Bar Association and Maryland State Bar Association.. Maryland criminal attorney Rand W.Lucey received his J.D. from the Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law, where he was a Faculty Merit Scholarship recipient. He earned his B.A. in Economics and Political Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Mr. Lucey is a graduate of Our Lady of Good Counsel High School and is a lifelong resident of Montgomery County.

Law Offices of Tina Sharma was founded with the mission to help foreign nationals realize their dream of immigrating to the United States. Tina Sharma has been practicing for nearly two decades and has been a partner for two major U.S. law firms as well as lead in-house immigration counsel at a leading travel industry technology company. Tina has extensive experience with all matters related to family and immigration law and has helped numerous clients with even the most complex cases secure positive results.

Lauren Kollecas is a Maryland criminal defense and family law attorney. For her undergraduate eduation, Lauren attended the University of Maryland, College Park where she received her BA in Russian History in 2010. From there, she attended law school at Catholic University, graduating in 2013. Upon joining the Maryland Bar in December 2013, she worked for a small firm in Rockville before taking a position as a prosecutor for the great state of New Mexico in 2015. While out west, she prosecuted hundreds of cases with a wide variety of charges, including DWIs, assaults/batteries, drug offenses, and domestic violence. Upon moving back to Maryland in 2016, Lauren joined Azari Law. Since that time, she has handled myriad cases from divorce, custody, and child support to DWI/DUI, sex offenses, and first-degree murder.

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 the American Bar Association, American Trial Lawyers Association, Maryland State Bar Association, New Jersey State Bar Association, Montgomery County Bar Association, the Prince George’s County Bar Association and the 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 statues, 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.

Krystal Wilson is a dedicated and driven attorney focused on delivering competent and zealous representation while providing sound legal counsel to residents of Maryland and the District of Columbia. She is client-centered and pursues each victory by assessing individual needs and goals.

Joshua Moses is a seasoned attorney with over 25 years of experience in law. Throughout his career, he has successfully represented clients in a wide range of legal matters, including civil disputes, family law negotiations, criminal defense, financial resolutions, injury claims, auto accidents, and immigration cases. Known for his unwavering commitment to securing favorable outcomes for his clients, Mr. Moses has built a reputation for his strategic approach to legal challenges. His track record of success has earned him recognition as a trusted advocate in the legal community. As a Certified Law Specialist, Mr. Moses continues to provide professional guidance and representation, ensuring that each client receives the highest level of legal support.

John Sellinger is a medical malpractice attorney at Greenberg & Bederman LLC. He graduated from the Georgetown University Law Center in 1975.. After an initial period of general practice, he has concentrated his efforts in the area of complex civil litigation, with primary emphasis in the representation victims of medical malpractice and defective products. In the past 20 years, John has handled hundreds of medical malpractice and wrongful death cases, involving nearly every medical specialty and injury from birth trauma to dermatology.. John was the youngest President in the history of the Maryland Association For Justice (MAJ). He has also represented MAJ as its legislative representative in Annapolis.. John was one of the founders of the MAJ Political Action Committee (PAC) and has served on the Board of the PAC. He has drafted legislation in the area of litigation that has been enacted into law by the Maryland General Assembly.. John has lectured at the request of MAJ and the Montgomery County Bar Association. He is a member of the American Association of Justice, and is a member of that group's Birth Trauma Litigation Group.. Martindale Hubbell has given John Sellinger an "AV" rating – the highest rating an attorney can receive for competence and ethics.. John has been awarded Super Lawyers™ status in 2016, a very rare distinction, as only 5% of lawyers are voted in. Super Lawyers, an independent magazine adhering to a selection process that is objective and independent of any advertising or payments to nominate its candidates through an elective process that is independent and non-political. Lawyers were asked to nominate the best lawyers they've personally observed, were not allowed to nominate an internal lawyer without nominating an external lawyer, and lawyers were not allowed to vote for themselves.. John also was selected to the 2015 list as a member of the Nation’s Top One Percent by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel. NADC is an organization dedicated to promoting the highest standards of legal excellence. Its mission is to objectively recognize the attorneys who elevate the standards of the Bar and provide a benchmark for other lawyers to emulate.. John resides in Rockville, Maryland, is married, and has five children.