Clarksville Lawyers

Esteban A. Gergely Partner A dedication to helping people protect their liberty and reputation is what inspired Esteban Gergely to focus his legal career on criminal defense. He believes that the constitutional guarantees provided to all persons in the United States is essential to maintaining a free and equal Democracy. There is nothing more important to someone charged with a crime than clearing their name, maintaining their freedom, and avoiding the stigma of a criminal record. Esteban Gergely uses his nearly 20 years of experience as a trial lawyer to make sure every one of his clients receives the best possible representation...

Christopher J. Smith found his calling in assisting his clients during their most troubling times. He takes the opportunity to learn and understand his clients’ stories, their troubles, and their goals as if they were his own. This is reflected in his zealous and vigorous representation on his clients’ behalf, where he fights tirelessly to ensure that his clients’ rights have been protected and their interests served. Chris has recovered hundreds of thousands of dollars for his clients in various personal injury and employment matters through use of his practical and sensible approach to litigation, a style that he brings...

Howard Bernstein has been handling social security disability and long term disability claims since 1997. My firm has successfully assisted thousands of clients throughout the region.

Patricia B. Minikon is an immigration attorney in private practice in the Washington, D.C. and Baltimore metropolitan areas. She has represented hundreds of clients in all areas of immigration law, including individual clients as well as corporate clients. For over 18 years, she has enjoyed an above-average track record of successful representations for individuals: winning asylum for her clients before the Asylum Office and in Immigration Court, successfully keeping families together via the immigration petition process, and successfully defending clients against deportation or removal. She has been equally successful in assisting business clients to obtain permanent resident status and temporary...

My journey to citizenship began when I arrived in the USA from Bolivia at the age of 12. The struggles my family and I faced motivated me to become an immigration attorney, helping those in similar situations. I specialize in removal defense, naturalization, humanitarian relief, family immigration, and litigation. Ofrezco servicio en español también I offer compassionate, client-centered support at every step because that's how I wanted to be treated. I prioritize regular updates and clear explanations. You won't experience radio silence here – I'm always accessible for questions. Immigration law is more than a profession; it's a mission to fight for families...

Laila Ghauri is the principal attorney and founder of the firm. She focuses her practice in trademarks, small business advising, and government contracts. Previously, she worked for large firms, including Kelley Drye Warren, government agencies, including the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), and midsize firms focusing on employment law and civil rights. She has experience in trademark prosecution and litigation, bid protests and claims in government contract matters, False Claims Act litigation, advising small to mid-size companies in protecting their intellectual property, and has aided nonprofits and start ups with formation and...

The bankruptcy practice of Laura Margulies & Associates, LLC encompasses the representation of both creditors and debtors in bankruptcy proceedings, debt restructurings in Maryland and the District of Columbia. Ms. Margulies has been named as a 2015 Top Bankruptcy Attorney by the Washingtonian magazine.

Mr. Holzman is an aggressive attorney representing individuals and commercial entities in litigation and bankruptcy matters. He has enjoyed success in trial and appellate courts representing his client in a wide range of disputes, including bankruptcy and loan workouts and reorganizations, general contract and commercial issues, banking/finance issues, employment issues, business dissolution issues, administrative proceedings,personal injury litigation and more. A former faculty member of the University of Maryland and adjunct instructor for the American Institute of Banking, Mr. Holzman has been recognized by national media such as the Wall Street Journal, Kipplinger's Finance, Money Magazine and countless other...

Sylvia Strobel is a founding partner of the entertainment law firm LEHMANN STROBEL PC. She also serves as the Executive Director of the Alliance for Community Media. She has worked closely with media organizations for more than twenty years as an attorney, executive, consultant and board member. From 2005 to 2009, Sylvia served as President and General Manager of the Pennsylvania Public Television Network. She has also worked as in house counsel for Twin Cities Public Television and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Sylvia's education includes a Bachelor of Arts in Biology (St. Olaf College), a Juris...

Ali Herischi is the principal at the law firm of Herischi & Associates. He practices in areas of human rights litigation, which includes FSIA, ATCA, TVPA, and ATA. His practice also includes labor and employment, Iran's sanctions, immigration, and technology business startups.

Additionally, he represents clients in business negotiation and mediation settings. Mr. Herischi is a licensed mediator and conducts mediation sessions for business, family and individual conflicts.

Mr. Herischi also provides strategic consulting with technology startups, and work as in-house counsel. He is is a member of board of directors of few startup and not-for-profit companies.

Mr. Herischi is a...

Admitted to the State Bars of New York and Maryland, U. S. Supreme Court, Circuit Courts of Appeals and U. S. District Courts with more than twenty years of experience. Practice areas include immigration law, personal injury, employment discrimination, general litigation and International Business Transactions.

Alvin E Prather, Principal at The Prather Law Firm, represents and counsels small businesses and individuals in the District of Columbia, with a focus on Small Business (SBA) and Federal Acquisition law, including Federal research and development (R&D) acquisitions and GAO protest litigation; Member: District of Columbia Bar and and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit Bar

Tim works with clients to develop long term legal solutions for their family, including wills, trusts, advance directives, and pre- and post-nuptial agreements. He also assists clients with probate and will and trust administration. In family law matters, Tim represents litigants in divorce and helps resolve custody disputes. The Montgomery County and Frederick County Circuit Courts frequently appoint Tim to serve as personal representative in probate matters; to serve as the guardian of elderly, disabled adults’ property; to represent elderly and disabled adults in guardianship matter; and to represent minor children in custody disputes. Tim advises small...

Marc J. Smith is a founding member of Smith, Lease & Goldstein, LLC, and handles significant employment law and litigation matters throughout the Washington D.C. metropolitan area. Marc also handles a broad range of family law matters throughout the State of Maryland. Marc is licensed to practice law in Maryland, the District of Columbia and Georgia. A Montgomery County native, Marc has been practicing law for 19 years and is a 1990 graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Law School. Marc was recognized as a Maryland and Washington D.C. "Super Lawyer" in 2007 in...

I have been practicing law in Montgomery County, Maryland, as well as Northern Virginia, and the Baltimore area for over 27 years.

My focus is on local businesses that need outside general counsel: both for routine business issues, and for litigation.

I am licensed in Maryland, DC, and Virginia.

Diana Khan is a proud mother, real estate broker, and attorney, specializing in estate planning and real estate law. The sole proprietor of 7 successful companies, Diana brings over 15 years of experience to the table. She is actively involved in a number of local initiatives and associations, and takes pride in being a prominent figure in the community. Diana received her J.D. from the University of Baltimore School of Law, and graduated from the University of Baltimore with her Master’s in Public Administration. Prior to attending law school, Diana obtained her B.A. in Political Science and her B.A. in Psychology...