Preston Lawyers

MD-DC licensed. Practicing for 35 years. Former securities attorney in DC, New York, Philadelphia. Moved to Calvert County 13 years ago and established private practice focused on estate planning and business law. Author, LIVE SECURE: FINANCIAL PLANNING FOR WOMEN. Regular columnist, Chesapeake Current's "Your Money Matters".

Babila Law is an immigration law firm in the Washington, D.C., Metro area and based in Largo, Maryland. The firm's Immigration Attorney, Junior Babila Terence Ngwa, is fluent in English and French. As immigrants themselves, the team at Babila Law is committed to providing the best possible outcomes for individuals seeking immigration assistance, whether for asylum, visas, or family reunification. They approach each case with diligence and a deep understanding of the importance of their work to clients. Junior Ngwa, who sought asylum himself, has an intimate understanding of the challenges and significance of navigating the United States immigration laws. If...

Lynn attended Law School in Charlotte, North Carolina and graduated in December 2015. While in school, Lynn served as a judicial intern to the Honorable Albert Diaz in the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, the Honorable Wanda G. Bryant in the North Carolina State Court of Appeals, and the Honorable Robert C. Conrad in the United States District Court for the Western District of North Carolina. In addition to her judicial internships, Lynn interned with the Senior Vice President and Regional Legal Counsel for Balfour Beatty Construction-the 3rd largest builder in the country. Lynn also took...

Joyce Smithey opened Smithey Law Group LLC in 2018. Prior to that, she led Rifkin Weiner Livingston LLC's labor and employment practice for 10 years. In 2019, Ms. Smithey was once again selected for inclusion as a Maryland Super Lawyer in the area of Labor and Employment Law, and was named among Maryland's Top 50 Women Attorneys, as published in Baltimore Magazine. She was also honored with CEO Magazine's Center of Influence Award and received The Daily Record's Leadership in Law Award in 2019. Ms. Smithey regularly advises employers and employees on all matters relating to employment law, including:...

Mr. Ealley's practice focuses primarily on Consumer Bankruptcy and Estate Planning. In representing clients in bankruptcy, James understands the financial stress people are experiencing. He understands their concerns to protect their assets, rebuild their financial lives and create a better future for their families. James counsels clients to alleviate their worries and concerns and develop a plan to address their financial problems, whether it be stopping a foreclosure, repossession or garnishment, or erasing credit card, medical or tax debt. Doing so requires a thorough understanding of the Federal Bankruptcy laws. Since beginning his practice in bankruptcy in 2001, James has...

If you are looking for a trustworthy Texas civil litigation lawyer in the Houston area, you should look no further than The Brennan Law Firm, LLC. It is critical that you know where you can turn to receive the help you need for matters pertaining to business law and litigation. Mr. Brennan has experience with intellectual property disputes, restrictive covenants ("noncompetes"), trademark disputes and partnership disputes and is prepared to take on your case and fight for your rights. In addition, it is absolutely critical that you receive the help you need for matters pertaining to creditor rights and real...

David Mabrey spent 20 years as a Baltimore City Prosecutor and brings the most experience you need to get the best results. He has handled hundreds of personal injury cases with excellent results, and has successfully caused the dismissal of numerous DWI cases in the last two years David has handled (with excellent results): Thousands of Drunk Driving (DUI/DWI) Cases Thousands of Drug Cases from Simple Possession to Drug Sales Hundreds of Domestic Cases Hundreds of Theft Cases Dozens of Jury Trials

I have provided legal representation and advice to individuals and their families in personal injury, serious motorcycle and automobile accident cases, defective products and recalls, medical negligence, criminal, domestic, workers compensation and a variety of consumer cases. My experience and unique approach to each individual case has brought in millions of dollars for my clients and provided closure to difficult events in individual’s lives.

I also provide counseling and representation for several small to medium sized businesses in the Baltimore area. I handle contracts, employment matters, internet business law, independent pharmacy transactions and general corporate issues. I would be happy...

Over 28 years experience with a specialized practice in agricultural, environmental, natural resources, land use and administrative law, providing advice and counsel to private individuals and corporate entities, local governments and other governmental entities on matters including compliance, Critical Areas and wetlands regulation, nutrient management, dredge placement, pesticide/herbicide application, hazardous and solid waste, Brownfields Redevelopment and Voluntary Cleanup Programs, permitting and related litigation and general land use law on planning, annexation, rezoning, Development Rights and Responsibilities Agreements and water and sewer capacity allocation and rates. Represents clients in State and federal courts and administrative forums, including both trial and...

Attorney Cedulie Laumann is the managing attorney and founding member of small law firm in Anne Arundel County, Maryland. The firm handles real estate, small business, and estate/trust matters. She enjoys helping clients reach positive solutions to their legal needs. Her firm employs innovative "flat fee" billing arrangements and fee options outside the traditional hourly based approach. "Legal Answers & Representation Relevant to YOUR needs!"

Richard J. Steinmetz, Jr. is a partner at The Law Offices of Baldwin, Briscoe & Steinmetz, P.C. He joined the firm after seven years of working with Andrews, Bongar, Gormley & Clagett, P.A. in Waldorf, Maryland. Mr. Steinmetz primarily focuses on civil and criminal litigation with an emphasis in personal injury, business and real estate property disputes. Mr. Steinmetz grew up in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. He attended East Stroudsburg University where he earned a Bachelor’s of Arts in Political Science in 1998. After graduating from East Stroudsburg University, Mr. Steinmetz moved to Washington D.C. He attended the Catholic University...

Robert Zarbin of Zarbin Law Firm has been helping injured Maryland clients receive the best compensation possible for over 25 years.

Phillip R. Zuber has been a “top 50” or "top 100" Maryland Super Lawyer for several years running and a “top 10” Washington, D.C. SuperLawyer, a Fellow in the prestigious American College of Trial Lawyers, a member of the Maryland State Bar Association subcommittee on civil pattern jury instructions and a lecturer to the Maryland Judicial Institute. For 35 plus years, he has practiced in the complex areas of medical malpractice (especially obstetrical, neonatal and emergency medicine issues), electric utility accidents, attorney liability, highway fatalities and catastrophic personal injuries. He has acted as general products liability counsel for an...

I handle civil litigation, administrative appeals, applications and hearings and advise clients on contract, real property matters, and corporate and regulatory law. My practice involves civil court cases in real estate, business transactions, contracts, construction, mechanic's liens, collections, home improvement contracts, consumer protection, employment, independent contractor agreements, licenses, intellectual property, copyrights, trademarks and trade names, nuisance, fraud, business torts and government contracting and bonds. I handle cases in all of Maryland's state courts, the District of Columbia Superior Court, and United States District Court for the District of Maryland.

Jenna Forman Clothier worked as a law clerk for The Law Office of Alan S. Forman, LLC while attending law school in the evening at the University of Baltimore School of Law. Upon admission to the Bar in Maryland in December 2014, Jenna continued to work at The Law Office of Alan S. Forman as an Associate. Jenna was admitted to the Maryland Bar in December 2014. Her practice includes family law, adoption, and immigration. In 2005, Jenna graduated from the School of Hotel Administration at Cornell University with a Bachelor of Science. She continued...

Jill A. Kolodner is one of the top personal injury lawyers in Baltimore. As one of the partners at WGK Personal Injury Lawyers, Jill routinely handles some of the most complex personal injury cases in Maryland. Ms. Kolodner's extensive career in personal injury started over 30 years ago when she received her J.D. from University of Baltimore School of Law in 1990. Since then, she has dedicated her practice to helping personal injury victims in Baltimore and the surrounding areas. Ms. Kolodner has experience handling car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, workers' compensation claims, and more. Ms. Kolodner's passion for helping...

The attorneys at Johnson Legal Group, LLC are ready to give your case the personal attention it deserves. Let our experienced lawyers answer your questions about evictions, landlord/tenant civil litigation, estate planning, contract/policy drafting, real estate transfers, business advising and much more. Be confident that your interests are protected. Pursuing and defending your assets is what we do best. Learn more about our attorneys call 410-297-1902 or visit www.jlgroupattorneys.com.

Ryan T. West is one of eight grandchildren of the late Raymond D. Coates Sr., a lawyer and founder of the Law Firm of Coates, Coates & Coates, P.A. in Worcester County, Maryland. Mr. Coates was a former State's Attorney for Worcester County; a former County Attorney for Worcester County; a former member of the Attorney Grievance Commission; a former member of the Maryland State Bar Association Judicial Selection Commission; Past President of the Worcester County Bar Association; and a member of the Maryland State and American Bar Association. In college, Mr. Coates was a professional musician and...

Peter is recognized as a national authority on consumer protection law, with a special emphasis on debt buyer lawsuits. He teaches consumer law at the University of Maryland law school, and is a frequent lecturer at state and national consumer protection conferences. He is regularly sought out by other lawyers for mentoring, advice and counsel, and he has been co-counsel in class action lawsuits resulting in the dismissal of thousands of lawsuits filed by debt buyers and by automobile finance companies. Peter discussed collection abuse and harassment as a featured panelist at the “Life of a Debt: Data...

Mandeep S. Chhabra is the managing member of Cochran and Chhabra, LLC. He practices criminal defense and plaintiff’s personal injury law in the state of Maryland. Mr. Chhabra’s interest in law dates to his freshman year in high school. He decided then that practicing as a civil litigator and criminal defense attorney would be his future. He believes growing up as a minority in Maryland and his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology allow him to better understand many of the underlying issues his clients endure. The sincere empathy Mr. Chhabra feels for his clients fosters a strong attorney-client...

Michael L. Adams is an associate at the law firm of Sasscer, Clagett & Bucher. He concentrates his practice in the areas of criminal defense, DUI/DWI Defense, medical malpractice, personal injury, premises liability, juvenile law and insurance defense.

Michael is a 2009 graduate of the University of St. Andrews. He received a full tuition academic scholarship to attend the Scottish University. He received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Maryland, Francis King Carey School of Law in 2012.

Prior to joining Sasscer, Clagett and Bucher, Michael served as law clerk to the Honorable Leo E. Green, Jr. of...

Christopher R. Wampler is a graduate of Bridgewater College, Virginia, and the Catholic University School of Law. Chris has been practicing Bankruptcy Law since 1987 in Maryland, DC, & Virginia. In the past, Chris has served as President of the Wheaton Kensington Chamber of Commerce, served as a member of the Prince George's County Judicial Selections Committee, and was involved in the Montgomery County Bar Association Pro Bono Program. Chris has also worked on the Law Foundation of Prince George's County Homeless Project for which he received an award for his service to the community.

Mr. Dales is a Cornell University graduate who received his law degrees from the University of Maryland and the University of Miami. He is a solo practitioner located in Annapolis, Maryland.

The firm offers hands-on direct lawyer to client personal service and access. We have been to all of local county courts and have helped clients with a wide variety of problems from personal injuries arising as a result of a defective product, vehicular or boating collision, fall, bite, or health care error as examples, to real estate issues over property lines, title defects, easements, transferable development options, to divorce...

Mr. Duvall received his Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Baltimore in 1990. For over eighteen years, he has successfully represented business and individual clients in the Baltimore/D.C. corridor. Passionate about providing thorough and highly personalized service, Mr. Duvall works with clients to achieve both protection and planning for the future. Duvall Law Firm, LLC has dedicated staff who are ready to serve you in the following areas: Estate Planning Incapacity Planning Wills Trusts Specialized Wealth Transfer Trusts DynastyTrusts Charitable Trusts Gifting Trusts Estate Administration Trust Administration Asset Protection Disability Planning Business Planning New Business Formation Purchase or Sale of Businesses Succession Planning Contract Review Shareholder/Member Agreements Business Outside Counsel Providing small businesses with immediate access to legal...

Tucker has one of the largest Workers’ Compensation and Personal Injury practices in Southern Maryland. He is an experienced litigator, winning jury trials in courts around the state, and successfully litigating several appeals in Maryland’s Appellate Courts. Tucker is very active in the community. He was born and raised in Upper Marlboro, and now lives with his family in La Plata.

My practice includes employment law, business law, and open records laws.
As former federal attorney in addition to two decades of running my own practice, I bring expert experience to my matters. Each legal matter presents its own unique facts and gets my specific attention. Identifying the legal issues is of paramount importance. My focus is to analyze the legal issues and provide my clients with candid, detailed and well considered advice and representation. My clients and I have direct communication throughout their representation. It is important that my clients understand what...

Bill is a founding partner of Dugan, McKissick and Longmore, LLC, and has been practicing business, corporate, real estate, zoning and other transactional law since 1989 . He earned his law degree with honors from the University Of Maryland School Of Law and attended Franklin and Marshall College. He grew up in Baltimore City and moved to St. Mary’s County after spending summers clerking at a local law firm while in law school. He has been involved with numerous local boards and task forces concerning issues affecting the business community and community at large and has been active with the...

Gilda O. Karpouzian moved to Annapolis, Maryland 33 years ago. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Maryland in 1990 with degrees in Information System Management and Economics. After graduation, she worked for the Maryland Department of Legislative Reference for a year, then entered the University of Maryland School of Law where she obtained her Juris Doctor degree in 1996.

Ms. Karpouzian established her law firm in Annapolis, Maryland in1998 after few years of private practice in one of the larger law firms in Annapolis. She has represented clients from all Maryland cities, including Severna Park, Pasadena, Glen Burnie,...

As an electrical engineer and attorney I am uniquely positioned to assists our individual and business clients in resolving national security and intelligence and defense community contract and business issues. A two and a half decade career at NSA and handling dozens of cases have provided unique experience and perspectives on best to address situations for our clients which includes security clearance adjudication and federal contracting issues. Frequently, the true nature and scope of issues are not always fully understood by those effected and sometimes minor issues explode having catastrophic effects.

Mr. McManus has been practicing law for twenty years, and for the past ten years he has been a partner at the firm. He began his career as a law clerk for Judge Joseph Mattingly in St. Mary's County Maryland and then worked as a prosecutor in both St. Mary's and Prince George's County. His more noteworthy criminal cases include: * In 1985, Michael John Desasrno was convicted of sexual child abuse for acts committed by the former highschool wrestling coach while acting in the capacity as a wrestling coach. * In 1987, Mr. McManus successfully prosecuted Willie Horton for beating and...

The attorneys at Schifanelli & Associates are tough-minded advocates, expert researchers and litigators, focused, and determined to solve difficult cases. Marc Schifanelli is retired US Army Special Forces veteran with enourmous experience in immigration and criminal defense. Gordana Schifanelli is licensed financial advisor, littigator and focues in family law, child custody and FINRA Littigation/Broker Fraud.

Caroline Norman Frost, Esquire owns The Law Office of Caroline Norman Frost which is located in Annapolis, Maryland. She will provide you with a free consultation today. She advocates for defendants in each county of Maryland. Caroline is a former prosecutor that now represents people charged with criminal and traffic offenses. She also represents individuals that are dealing with peace orders and/or protective orders. She is well known as an exceptional attorney who focuses on achieving the ideal result for her clients through dedicated, aggressive and detail oriented representation. Her clients are more than satisfied with her responsiveness and...

Diana Klein also owns a title company, Lawyers' Title & Escrow Services and has her real estate brokers license and operates a brokerage firm helping buyer and sellers with residential, commercial, luxury, standard or short sales at Lawyers' Realty, LLC.