Maryland Lawyers Jeremiah Chiappelli to Jessica P.

Firm: The Chiappelli Law Firm, LLC

221 Mountain Rd. , Pasadena , Maryland 21122

Practice Areas: Family

Jeremiah has been a member of the Maryland bar since December 2006.  His commitment to public service has led him to the Womens Law Center and the YWCA Annapolis where he has participated as an attorney in the Reduced Fee Custody Project. He is also a member of Civil Justice, Inc., an organization dedicated to providing legal services to people who might not otherwise be able to afford it.. As a former Air Force brat, Jeremiah understands the military lifestyle first-hand.. Prior to starting the Chiappelli Law Firm, LLC, Jeremiah was privileged to apprentice with The Law Offices of Alan S. Forman, LLC, Walsh and Company, PA, and Gary Greenwald, PC.. Before settling into a legal career, Jeremiah enjoyed a brief Hollywood career as a background actor and production assistant. If you ask him, he will be more than happy to share the highlights.. As part of his committment to public service, Jeremiah ran for state delegate for Maryland District 31 in 2010. Visit  to volunteer, donate or just learn more.

Firm: Andrews Bongar Gormley & Clagett

11705 Berry Road , Waldorf , Maryland 20603

Practice Areas: Litigation

I have years of experience in Charles County handling complex zoning, subdivision, and administrative law matters. I have represented many large developers and local businesses, and am well known to the local real estate community and the members of local government.. I am President of the Rotary Club of Waldorf, former Co-Chair of the Choose Charles Subcommittee of the Charles County Chamber of Commerce, and former chair of the Environmental Subcommittee of the Charles County Liaison Committee of the Maryland National Capital Building Industry Association.. I grew up in Chicago, and was stationed in Germany with the US Army JAG corp. I live in Charles County with my husband and two children.

Firm: Murphy, Falcon & Murphy

1 South Street , Baltimore , Maryland 21202

Practice Areas: Personal Injury

Firm: Paradiso, Taub, Sinay and Owel, P.C.

7960 Old Georgetown Road #3b , Bethesda , Maryland 20814

Practice Areas: Domestic Partnership, Family , Family, Family

Jessica Markham practices all aspects of family law in Maryland and Washington, D.C. She has trial experience in Montgomery County, Prince George's County, Baltimore County and Washington D.C. courts and is also trained in Collaborative Law. Ms. Markham also handles guardianship matters and is frequently appointed by the Court as an attorney for Allegedly Disabled Adults and as Guardian of the Property. Ms. Markham has also been appointed by the court in Family Law matters as a Child Privilege attorney and a Best Interest Attorney (formerly Guardian Ad Litem).. Ms. Markham is the author of the American Bar Association book published March 2021, entitled “Representing Federal Employees and Their Spouses in Divorce: A Practical Guide.”. Ms. Markham also has an active mediation practice, helping parties to resolve both custody and divorce/property disputes as a neutral. Ms. Markham frequently serves as a court appointed custody mediator in the Montgomery County Circuit Court Child Custody/Access Mediation Program and as an Attorney-Facilitator through Montgomery County Circuit Court, Family Division Services. Ms. Markham has been approved by the Maryland Administrative Office of the Courts as a Circuit Court Alternative Dispute Resolution Practitioner mediator and serves on the roster of court-approved divorce/property mediators in Montgomery County. Ms. Markham also previously mediated in the Family Mediation Program, Multi-Door Dispute Resolution Division of the DC Superior Court and in 2015 she participated in a study through the National Institute of Justice and Indiana University Maurer School of Law, mediating cases with parties reporting a high incidence of Interpersonal Violence, utilizing both shuttle and video-conferencing methods. Ms. Markham is also on the Court-Approved roster of ADR Facilitators in the DC Superior Court.. In 2018, 2019 and 2020 Ms. Markham was recognized by her peers for inclusion in "The Best Lawyers in America"© in the field of Family Law, for the Washington D.C. Area. The entire firm was ranked in the category of Best Family Law Firm in 2019 and 2020. Best Lawyers is a purely peer review publication.. Ms. Markham served on the Montgomery County Commission for Juvenile Justice, having been appointed by County Executive Ike Leggett and confirmed by the County Council in 2015.. Ms. Markham is honored to have been selected as a Daily Record 2016 Leading Woman. The Daily Record's Leading Women awards honor 50 women who are 40 years of age or younger for their accomplishments in their careers so far. A panel of previous winners selected the honorees based on their professional experience, community involvement and commitment to inspiring change.. Ms. Markham is a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation. The Fellows comprise a global honorary society of attorneys, judges, law faculty, and legal scholars whose public and private careers have demonstrated outstanding dedication to the highest principles of the legal profession and to the welfare of their communities. Established in 1955, Fellows support the research of the American Bar Foundation.. Ms. Markham has also received a Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rating of AV Preeminent in the field of Family Law. Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings are ratings by legal peers reflecting Very High General Ethical Standards and Legal Ability (including Legal Knowledge, Analytical Capabilities, Judgment, Communication Ability and Legal Experience). In addition, Ms. Markham has been selected for inclusion as a "Rising Star" by Maryland SuperLawyers Magazine (2011-2019) and Washington DC SuperLawyers Magazine (2013-2019).. Since 2013, Ms. Markham has had the pleasure to serve as a Judge of various local mock trial competitions, including the Maryland State Bar Association Mock Trial Competition, George Washington University Mock Trial invitational and the American Law School invitational.. In law school Ms. Markham served as a Florida Supreme Court Certified Legal Intern for the Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office where she focused on prosecution of juvenile misdemeanor and felony crimes.. Prior to the formation of the Markham Law Firm, Ms. Markham was an associate and then a principal in one of the area's top boutique family law firms.. Ms. Markham has volunteered her time with numerous legal organizations including Wills for Heroes and the Whitman-Walker Legal serving transgender and gender expansive adult and minor clients.. Honors & Awards:. Speaking Engagements/CLEs: Dividing Retirement Assets: From Private Employer Plans to Federal Pensions (American Bar Association, October 2020); Navigating Online ADR: Family Topics (Maryland Judiciary Mediation and Conflict Resolution Office, May 2020); Online Dispute Resolution- Moving Your Mediation Practice Online (Montgomery County Bar Association, April 2020); Retirement and Pension Benefits Issues – Federal, State, and Military (Montgomery County Bar Association, February 2020); Quick to Caucus (American Bar Association, April 2019; Montgomery County Bar Association, 2020); What the Heck is a QDRO and Why Do I Need One? (Montgomery County Bar Association, October 2016); Tips and Tricks for Drafting Retirement Provisions in Property Settlement Agreements (Montgomery County Bar Association, 2016); Litigating a Child Custody Case (Montgomery County Bar Association, 2016); The Legal Process of Separation and Divorce in Montgomery County (Montgomery County Women's Commission, 2012, 2015).. Bar Association, Professional Memberships: Solo/Small Firm Section Chair (Montgomery County Bar); Racial Justice Council, Community Outreach Committee (Montgomery County Bar); MSBA Membership and Content Committee; Montgomery County Bar Association (Member, Family Law Section); Women's Bar Association of Montgomery County (Treasurer 2014-2016, Board Member at Large 2016-2018); Maryland State Bar Association, Inc. (Member, Sections on: Family Law; Juvenile Law); DC Bar (Member, Family Law Section); Former Barrister Member, Montgomery County Inn of Court.

5100 Buckeystown Pike , Frederick , Maryland 21704

Practice Areas: Tax

I am a tax attorney who thoroughly enjoys working with small companies throughout the country. My practice encompasses a broad range of tax matters including tax planning for individuals, tax planning for businesses, IRS audits, IRS Appeals, State Examinations, Collections, international tax matters, and estate planning.. Over the past five years, I worked exclusively in the tax industry, representing all types of persons, including high wealthy individuals, small partnerships, and Fortune 500 companies. My experience led me to be a contributor to Forbes.. At Ledingham Law, I specialize in providing comprehensive tax legal services to high-volume corporate clients, start-up ventures, small businesses, and individuals alike, while maintaining a personalized hands-on approach with every case. Given the ever-changing landscape of the IRC code and Regulations, we achieve success by partnering with our clients to anticipate and overcome challenges through customized legal services, thoughtful counsel, and personal attention - all without compromising quality or expediency. I take pride in providing clear and concise advice to my clients and in working collaboratively with other professionals, such as accountants, to provide a well-rounded approach to each case.. I received my LLM in the area of taxation at Georgetown University Law Center and my JD from the University of Nebraska.. I understand the complexities that large businesses face as well as businesses in rural areas due to my Nebraska roots.

Firm: The Mckeon Law Firm

17 B Firstfield Road , Gaithersburg , Maryland 20878

Practice Areas: Family

Jessica S. Kern represents clients in all aspects of Family Law with experience in Montgomery County, Frederick County, and Prince George’s County, among others.  Ms. Kern handles cases involving contested and uncontested divorce, division of property, alimony and spousal support, child custody and visitation, and child support.  Ms. Kern negotiates for her clients during mediations, both before and during litigation, to help clients reach Prenuptial Agreements, Marital Settlement Agreements, and Custody Agreements.  Ms. Kern also vigorously advocates for, and supports, clients through contested divorces, custody cases, domestic violence, modifications and enforcement of orders, in addition to other family law matters.

Firm: Family Legal Advocacy Group, LLC

9256 Bendix Road , Columbia , Maryland 21045

Practice Areas: Child Custody

Jessica Keister joined Family Legal Advocacy Group (FLAG) as an Associate Attorney in 2022. Her practice is dedicated to all areas of family law, with particular focus on custody, protective orders, adoptions, third-party custody, and LGBTQ+ advocacy. Jessica is passionate about helping families navigate complex legal matters with compassion and efficiency. Her goal is to guide clients toward resolution in a timely, cost-effective manner that sets the foundation for a new beginning and a brighter future.. Jessica earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science and Psychology from Salisbury University in May 2018, graduating cum laude. She went on to earn her Juris Doctor from the Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law in Washington, D.C., in May 2021. She was admitted to the Maryland Bar in January 2022.

Firm: ERA Law Group, LLC

1997 Annapolis Exchange Pkwy , Annapolis , Maryland 21401

Practice Areas: Elder Law

Firm: DeHay Elliston, LLP

36 S. Charles Street , Baltimore , Maryland 21201

Practice Areas: Litigation

Jessica Butkera is an experienced trial attorney who focuses her practice on general liability, product liability and toxic tort matters. She represents a wide range of clients across various industries including property management, hospitality, retail, amusement parks, stadiums, construction, automobile, and trucking.. Jessica litigates complex lawsuits in the state and federal courtrooms of Maryland and the District of Columbia, offering clients the myriad benefits associated with her broad perspective and numerous bench and jury trial accomplishments. Jessica has extensive experience in all phases of litigation and works with clients from the claim stage and onset of litigation through trial or settlement, coordinating their legal strategy, personally overseeing site and product inspections, and managing all aspects of discovery, motions, mediation, and trial.. After graduating from the University of Maryland School of Law, where she won the 2007 National Championship of law school mock trial competitions and served as an editor of the Maryland Law Review, Jessica clerked for the Hon. Audrey J.S. Carrion in the Circuit Court of Baltimore City, Maryland. She is actively involved in a number of legal and professional organizations, including the Maryland State Bar Association, Bar Association of Baltimore City, and District of Columbia Bar, and serves on the Board of Trustees of the Baltimore Bar Foundation. Jessica maintains an AV-Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell and has been named a Rising Star by Maryland Super Lawyers every year since 2013. The National Trial Lawyers selected Jessica for its Top 40 Under 40 list in 2016.. Representative MattersFollowing a one-week trial, successfully obtaining a defense verdict for a restaurant in a premises liability matter.Obtaining dismissal of a civil lawsuit brought against a water and wastewater utility company.Successfully obtaining a defense verdict for a local, professional sports team in a premises liability case.Following a one-week trial, successfully obtaining a defense verdict for a hospital in a medical-malpractice emergency medicine and abdominal surgery matter.Successfully obtaining a defense verdict for a hospital in a medical-malpractice informed consent case.Obtaining summary judgment in an automobile accident defense matter.Securing a directed verdict on behalf of an insured driver in a multi-vehicle collision.Recovering a client’s defense costs and fees after successfully utilizing a Rule 68 Offer of Judgment.Securing a dismissal in a medical malpractice case on the basis that the Plaintiff had not complied with the Health Claims statute by first filing in the Health Claims Alternative Dispute Resolution Office (HCADRO).

Firm: Shipley Law Firm

10 W. Dover Street , Easton , Maryland 21601

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Jesse F. Hicks has been an associate at the Shipley Law Firm for seven years. Jesse is a tenacious and passionate trial attorney and his experience as a prosecutor and a defense attorney is uniquely valuable when defending his clients.. Born in Ridgefield, Connecticut, Jesse moved to the Eastern Shore and started a family after law school. Upon graduating law school, he served as law clerk to the Honorable Paul M. Bowman, Circuit Court Judge for Kent County. Following his clerkship, Jesse served as a Dorchester County Assistant State's Attorney. He is barred in both Maryland and Connecticut.. While working as an Assistant State's Attorney, Jesse specialized in cases involving felony drugs, handguns, the Department of Natural Resources, DUI offenses, and serious automobile accidents. Jesse was also specially appointed to the Attorney General's Task Force on Environmental Enforcement and the Attorney General's Task Force on Organized Crime. While working as an Assistant State's Attorney, Jesse specialized in cases involving felony drugs, handguns, the Department of Natural Resources, DUI offenses, and serious automobile accidents. Jesse was also specially appointed to the Attorney General's Task Force on Environmental Enforcement and the Attorney General's Task Force on Organized Crime. As a defense attorney, Jesse has experience in cases ranging from simple speeding tickets to serious felony crimes. In every case, Jesse combines legal expertise with unwavering dedication, ensuring that each client receives the highest level of advocacy and support.

Firm: Eldridge/Crandell

217 North Charles St. , Baltimore , Maryland 21201

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Mr. Eldridge knows not only how the State prepares for your trial, but how to defend you at trial. The state has its resources, but with Mr. Eldridge representing you, so do you. Mr. Eldridge is a good listener; he cares about you and your case. He believes your Maryland attorney should be your advocate and partner. Hiring a lawyer can be a frightening decision, but rest assured that Mr. Eldridge has the experience and legal acumen as a Maryland attorney, to make your encounter with the criminal justice system as painless as possible. Moreover, he speaks Spanish fluently, so he can communicate clearly with you if English is not your primary language.

Firm: Snyder & Snyder, PA

1829 Reisterstown Road. , Baltimore , Maryland 21208

Practice Areas: Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation, Litigation

Firm: Law Offices of Jay S. Marks, LLC

10770 Columbia Pike , Silver Spring , Maryland 20901

Practice Areas: Immigration

22 W Pennsylvania Ave Ste 606 , Towson , Maryland 21204

Practice Areas: Estate Planning

Firm: Hyatt & Weber, P.A.

200 Westgate Circle , Annapolis , Maryland 21401

Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Probate , Real Estate , Zoning, Planning & Land Use, Business, Business

Harrison Law Group 40 W Chesapeake Ave Ste 600 , Towson , Maryland 21204

Practice Areas: Construction & Development

Jeremy is an experienced litigator who focuses on using creative methods to obtain favorable results for clients, even when those clients begin in a disadvantaged position. Jeremy represents commercial clients in Maryland and across the country in construction disputes, business disputes, and all manner of related litigation. Jeremy also has significant experience in landlord-tenant disputes, insurance disputes, and litigating complex legal issues including interstate / international jurisdiction and impact / delay claims.. In representing construction clients, Jeremy has recovered tens of millions of dollars for them by filing mechanic’s liens, bond claims, federal and state lawsuits, arbitrations, as well as engaging in out-of-court negotiations and mediations. In every case, Jeremy stays mindful of his clients’ bottom line, whether a dispute is over $5, or $5,.. Jeremy also reviews contracts for clients and drafts custom contracts and document regimes

Firm: SoMD Criminal Defense

10665 Stanhaven Pl , White Plains , Maryland 20695

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

I am a seasoned criminal defense attorney praciting in Southern Maryland. I represent clients charged with all manner of cases in Southern Maryland state courts.

Firm: Bulman, Dunie, Burke & Feld, Chtd.

4610 Elm Street , Bethesda , Maryland 20815

Practice Areas: Litigation

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.

Firm: Houlon, Berman, Finci, & Levenstein, LLC

7850 Walker Drive , Greenbelt , Maryland 20770

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Domestic Violence, Personal Injury, Family, Speeding Ticket

Jeremy R. Feldman, Esquire, is one of the preeminent trial lawyers with Houlon Berman, with practice areas including criminal defense, personal injury, civil and business litigation, and domestic violence matters. He is committed to the highest standards of advocacy for every client, shown by his track record of success in court.. Jeremy joined Houlon, Berman, Finci, & Levenstein in May of 2012. Prior to joining, Jeremy served as the law clerk to the Honorable Marielsa A. Bernard in the Circuit Court for Montgomery County, Maryland. He is licensed to practice in Maryland and the District of Columbia. Jeremy is bilingual and assists Spanish-speaking clients.. Jeremy is a member of the Maryland State Bar Association, Montgomery County Bar Association, Prince George’s County Bar Association, and Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys’ Association. Jeremy has been honored as a National Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorney. Jeremy is also Lead Counsel Rated in Criminal Law for State Felony & Misdemeanor, granted to attorneys who are found to have profound legal experience, solid reputation, and demonstrated ethics.. Jeremy graduated cum laude from The University of Maryland School of Law in 2010 and received his bachelor’s degree from Dartmouth College in 2007. He currently resides in Washington, D.C.

Firm: Goldberg Segalla LLP

One North Charles Street , Baltimore , Maryland 21201

Practice Areas: Appellate, Toxic Tort, General Liability