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Justin W. Esworthy is the founding owner of Esworthy Law, LLC. Justin has 15+ years of litigation experience, having tried thousands of cases throughout the State of Maryland, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and the Commonwealth of Virginia. Justin has litigated and won cases at state district and circuit courts, appellate courts, administrative courts, and federal courts throughout Maryland, Pennsylvania and Virginia. Justin has delivered favorable results for his civil and criminal clients through both pre-suit representation as well as trial victories.. Prior to law school, Justin studied in Buenos Aires, Argentina and obtained his B.B.A from Hofstra University. He earned his J.D. from Tulane University Law School and then began his law career in the courtroom as an Assistant Public Defender representing clients on charges ranging from minor misdemeanors to serious felonies that carried possible life sentences. Justin also worked on a federal grant involving post-conviction DNA testing, for The Innocence Project, a foundation that attempts to free the wrongly convicted.Justin was previously in private practice in Baltimore focusing on criminal, civil, and family law litigation matters, and was senior litigation counsel for a national insurance company specializing in the entertainment and hospitality industries. He was a founding partner of Timmerman, Beaulieu, Hinkle & Esworthy LLC law firm in 2014, where he spent over 8 years focusing on criminal, civil, administrative and business law.. In addition to handling criminal, civil, administrative and business law matters, Justin is using his knowledge and experience to include Estate Planning to his practice. Justin guides his clients and their families through the estate planning process to protect their wealth and legacy for future generations while also minimizing court intervention upon a loved ones passing.Justin is licensed to practice law in the state courts of Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Virginia.. In recognition of his accomplishments, Martindale-Hubbell awarded Justin its AV Peer-Review Rating, the highest rating available. In addition, he has been recognized by The National Trial Lawyers as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer in Criminal Defense and a Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney under 40 in the State of Maryland by the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys, an organization devoted to recognizing the top criminal defense attorneys in the nation.. Justin's practice areas include:. Bar Admissions

Eric has supervised the administration of over 1,000 estates and trusts. He draws on this extensive experience to offer his clients valuable insight into the “dos” and “don’ts” of both estate administration and planning.Eric is a Baltimore native. He grew up in Carney and attended high school at Calvert Hall, college at UMBC and law school at the University of Maryland. Eric currently resides in Perry Hall with his wife and three children.

Shari Fleming is an Accredited Estate Planner®, focused on helping individuals and businesses reach their goals. She is Principal of the Law Office of Shari Fleming, which is a law firm dedicated to serving with excellence and integrity throughout every transaction, committed to encouraging individuals and businesses to innovate and grow, and devoted to securing, maintaining, and transferring wealth to future generations. The firm’s areas of legal practice include business formation and succession planning, real estate, estate planning, and estate administration.. Shari Fleming received a Bachelor of Science in History, a Bachelor of Science in Black Studies, and graduated Magna Cum Laude from Lincoln University, Pennsylvania. After graduation, she attended the University of Maryland School of Law, received a Degree of Juris Doctor, and was admitted to the Maryland State Bar in 2008. She is commissioned as a Notary Public in the State of Maryland, is licensed as an Associate Real Estate Broker and Title Producer in the State of Maryland, and has been trained as a court designated mediator of civil disputes.. Additionally, Shari serves as an adjunct professor, and has taught community college to graduate level law courses. Currently, she teaches at the University of Maryland Global Campus, Howard Community College, and teaches real estate continuing education courses. Through higher education, she also serves as a Business Coach.. In 2020, Shari founded the Our Legacy Matters community with the purpose of advancing the concepts of ownership, wealth maintenance, and wealth retention within communities of color. Connect with the Our Legacy Matters community to receive information, connect with others, and contribute to our education and discussion.. Most recently, Shari Fleming has been named one of The Daily Record’s 2021 Leadership in Law Generation J.D. honorees, due to her dedication to the practice of law and her community!

Mariela D'Alessio is the Chair of the Estates and Trust Department and focuses her practice on estate planning and estate and trust administration.. Ms. D’Alessio regularly meets with clients to implement an individualized and complete estate plan, which often includes a Last Will and Testament, Living Will, Medical and Financial Powers of Attorney, and Trusts.  In addition to the drafting of a client’s unique estate plan, Ms. D’Alessio is frequently retained to handle the administration of both estates and trusts.. Aside from her Estates and Trust practice, Ms. D’Alessio can assist clients with various transactional needs such as business formation, review and drafting of business contracts and agreements, real estate transactions such as deeds, contracts of sale, and leases, both commercial and residential.

Robert P. Oehrig was born in Baltimore and grew up in the Baltimore area. After leaving Maryland for four years to attend The College of William & Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia, Robert returned to the Old Line State for law school. In the spring of 2014, Robert graduated from the University of Baltimore Law School.After passing the Bar Exam in July, 2014, and being admitted to the Maryland Bar, Robert and a colleague opened a general practice law firm: Oehrig & Mailman, LLC. As a Managing Partner of Oehrig & Mailman, LLC, Robert was primarily responsible for drafting pleadings, motions, briefs and other papers filed in civil litigation matters in district and circuit courts throughout Maryland. He placed great emphasis on writing clearly and conscisely so as to present the best legal arguments for the firm's clients. While a member of Oehrig & Mailman, LLC, his practice also emphasized appellate practice as well as estate planning, estate administration and probate.In July, 2016, Robert opened The Law Office of Robert P. Oehrig, LLC to pursue his own legal passions: appellate research and writing, and assisting individuals and families with all of their estate planning needs. Robert is a published author with considerable copy-editing experience; he co-edited  William Woodward Baldwin, 1862-1954: His Era Immensely Simplified, and he is presently working on the third-person narrative of a U.S. Army Ambulance Section from Harvard University that served in France for 21 months during World War One.

Nicole Hewitt specializes in Estate Planning and Administration, Elder Law, Special Needs Planning, Business Planning, and Real Estate Transactions, with a particular focus on tax implications. She provides expert legal guidance to individuals, business owners, young families, retirees, and the elderly, helping them achieve their estate, tax, and medical assistance planning goals. Additionally, Nicole has extensive experience working with individuals and families with special needs, including the establishment of trusts and adult guardianships.. Before co-founding HWK Law Group, Nicole built a robust career that included roles as a senior tax associate with two Big 5 accounting firms, an associate at a leading Baltimore law firm, and serving as both General Counsel and Executive Director for a national mortgage lender/broker. She also co-owned a multi-state title company.. Nicole resides in Lutherville with her husband and three children. She enjoys frequent trips to Florida, playing tennis, traveling, skiing, and spending quality time with family and friends.

Brian J. Deaver, II is a family oriented Estate Planning attorney in Baltimore County, Maryland. Brian has a wealth of experience in Estate Planning, Probate Proceedings, and Estate Administration.. Brian is a firm believer that a well-crafted estate plan begins with an organized, targeted financial plan of attack. To accomplish this, Brian works with financial planners in the area to implement an estate plan that is tailored to each client’s individual goals. Whether these goals include protecting retirement assets, lessening an income tax burden with charitable giving, accounting for special needs or blended families, or providing loved ones with a reliable, knowledgeable resource, Brian ensures his clients are prepared for any hurdle they may face throughout life, in the event of disability, and at death.. Brian is a member of the American Bar Association’s Real Property, Trust, and Estate Law Section; the Maryland State Bar Association’s Estates and Trusts Section; and the Baltimore County Bar Association’s Estates and Trusts Section. On weekends, Brian regularly volunteers for the Maryland Wills for Hero’s Foundation, drafting basic wills, powers of attorney, and medical directives for local first responders in the . Metro area.. Brian received his law degree and estate planning certification from the Syracuse University College of Law, where he was an active member of the College of Law’s Student Bar Association and Moot Court Honors Society. Prior to attending law school, Brian received his B.A. from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, cum laude. Brian is currently attending the University of Baltimore School of Law’s night program to obtain his legal masters in taxation.. A lifelong Maryland resident, Brian was a 2009 graduate of Fallston High School in Harford County, where he served as captain for Fallston’s first ever playoff-bound varsity football team. Brian currently resides in Frederick, Maryland with his college sweetheart, Alexandra. In his spare time, Brian indulges in all aspects of Maryland living, including regular trips to Ocean City, Oriole Park at Camden Yards, and a variety of different local trails, streams, and reservoirs to hike, fish, or bike.

I prosecute my representation with concern, passion, hard work, saavy and insight of almost thirty years keep all client matters in strict confidence.  I take great pride that most of my cases are referred to me by other attorneys, CPA's and other clients.. My practice is guided by a desire to serve the Lord and to assist those in need.

Wilson McManus is a Maryland Estate Planning Attorney in practice since 1986 with his office in Towson. He focuses his practice on Estate Planning, Estate and Trust Administration, and Elder Law. Mr. McManus' goal is to help people properly arrange their affairs to minimize taxes, court costs and attorneys' fees in the event of disability or death. “Estate planning isn't always expensive”, he says, “but failing to plan is”. He feels that the best approach is to help people understand estate planning and identify their estate planning options. While he and his team are available to help families through the difficult processes of Guardianship and Probate, he feels that the best estate plans permit loved ones to keep control of the family's affairs by avoiding court and attorney involvement. Mr. McManus and the staff at Stouffer Legal strive to adhere to the highest standards of legal ethics in providing economical and effective planning options.

Legal services should be client-centered and accessible. That's why I go to great efforts to provide clear explanations and knowledable guidance throughout your estate-planning process. I make house calls and offer services that are affordable. Together, we will create a plan that minimizes future confusion or conflict for your family and loved ones. Everyone should have an estate plan, especially those with minor children.

Amy is the founding member of Providence Law Group, LLC.  Her practice provides an integrated approach to estate planning. She provides clients peace-of-mind, with planning to preserve their life-savings and family harmony for years to come. Amy is a graduate of the University of Maryland University College, The Johns Hopkins University – Carey Business School, and The University of Baltimore School of Law, graduating cum laude. She is a member of the Maryland Bar Association, The Howard County Bar Association, the Howard County Women's Bar Association and the prestigious American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys, which has been recognized as a top legal source by Money Magazine and Suze Orman in her book, “9 Steps to Financial Freedom”. Amy grew up in Maryland and resides with her family in Columbia.

I primarily focus my practice in the areas of estate planning, estate and trust administration, and elder law. I believe that everyone should have a well-structured and carefully thought out plan for disability and death. As a result of this philosophy, I have built my practice by representing a wide range of clients, including parents with young children, parents with special needs children, business owners, retirees, elderly individuals, and others. I do not believe in a “one size fits all” approach to planning. I take time to learn my clients' needs and objectives and then develop a plan that is customized for their unique situations. If you would like an experienced attorney to represent you in one of these areas of law, or even if you think you may have some other legal need, I welcome your call and am happy to discuss your specific situation with you.

My goal is to be your trusted advisor who helps you make the very best personal, financial, legal, and business decisions for your family and your business throughout your lifetime. I want to help you and your business not just now, but also when you can’t be there so that I can help guide your loved ones and colleagues through a difficult process.