Port Republic Lawyers

S. Robert Sutton has been engaged in the practice of law since his graduation from the Stanford Law School in 1980. Following his graduation from law school, he went to work at Jenner & Block in Chicago, Illinois, where he obtained his first experience as a litigator, and honed his legal research and writing skills. He worked at Jenner & Block for two years before returning to live in Montgomery County, where he was born and raised and went to work at Steptoe & Johnson, in Washington, D.C., where he continued to develop his research, writing,...

Maryland accident attorneys, bankruptcy attorneys,

I have been practicing law since 1975. My practice is now limited to bankruptcy issues, with a concentration on consumer rights. My client base comes from Maryland's Eastern Shore.

I am admitted to practice in Maryland, DC and Virginia, and have litigated cases in state and federal courts for over 22 years. My practice focuses on construction disputes, leasing and landlord-tenant matters and real estate litigation, including property tax appeals.

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...

Michael L. Rowan, Ethridge Quinn’s managing partner, is a fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, the highest honor available to a trial lawyer. He has held an “AV” rating from Martindale-Hubbell for approximately fifteen years. Mike is a lifelong resident of the Washington Metropolitan area and a graduate of Gonzaga College High School in Washington, DC, the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, and the Columbus School of Law at Catholic University. Mike served as law clerk for the Honorable William C. Miller of the Circuit Court for Montgomery County and joined the firm of Quinn & McAuliffe as...

Coover Law Firm, LLC serves Howard County/Columbia, MD and beyond in the following practice areas:

- Family Law (Divorce, Adoption, Child Custody & Visitation, Alimony and Child Support)
- Civil Litigation
- Construction Law
- Land Use & Zoning
- Real Estate Litigation

Founder & Principal Attorney, Fred L. Coover, is committed to the advancement of the legal profession and is active in local, state and national bar associations and attorney organizations, including the following:

- Appointed to Maryland State Bar Association Ethics Committee
- Vice Chairman on Executive Council of Maryland State Bar Association Fee Dispute Committee
- Appointed Member of Howard County Adult Public...

Mr. Sampson, an AV rated Preeminent Attorney by Martindale-Hubbell, has over twenty-five years of experience handling matters involving complex civil litigation, white collar crime, and government regulation. He currently focuses on the defense of large loss liability cases in the areas of premises liability, products liability, professional liability, trucking and transportation negligence, catastrophic injury, and construction defects. Mr. Sampson also routinely litigates claims involving issues of insurance coverage, bad faith, and fraud, and regularly litigates business and commercial disputes involving consumer protection, fiduciary duties, shareholder rights, and employment agreements. His practice has included all aspects of litigation in state and...

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...

Malcolm P. Ruff is a trial attorney and Associate at Murphy, Falcon & Murphy.

As an aggressive advocate, Malcolm focuses his practice on representing victims of negligence in personal injury, medical malpractice, and wrongful death matters. Malcolm is a battle-tested and fearless trial lawyer and has fought vigorously on the behalf of his clients with proven efficacious results.

Malcolm is an Alum of Gilman School and went on to attend Duke University where he played Football for the Blue Devils and graduated with a B.A. in African & African American Studies. He earned his law degree from The University of Baltimore...

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...

Kate Wright focuses her practice on all aspects of civil and commercial litigation, family law, and estate planning, but has experience in all of the firm’s practice areas. Kate, a native of Frederick County, Maryland attended Urbana High School, and graduated cum laude from New York University with a Bachelor’s degree in Politics and a minor in Spanish. Kate received her Juris Doctor from the University of Baltimore School of Law graduating magna cum laude. During law school, Kate was a Dean’s Scholar; served as Associate Editor on the Intellectual Property Law Journal; participated on the National Mock Trial Competition Team;...

Charles currently focuses his practice on workers' compensation and personal injury law, representing those injured on the job and those injured due to do someone else's negligence. His practice area covers the entire state of Maryland.

Mr. Schultz began his legal career representing municipal employers in the defense of workers' compensation claims. With his knowledge of defense tactics and strategies, Charles now brings a unique perspective to the benefit of his clients. He frequently conducts seminars to local unions and workers, advising them of their legal rights under the workers' compensation laws of Maryland.

Compassionate attorney offering quality services at an affordable rate. I serve all Maryland counties. Accepts same day emergency filings.

Jason Plotkin joined the Pinder Legal Team in 2012. He also teaches Business Law at Howard Community College in Columbia, Maryland. Prior to joining the Pinder Legal Team, Jason spent two years investigating Insider Trading in the Office of Fraud Detection and Market Intelligence at the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). Prior to joining FINRA, he spent four years at a law firm representing broker-dealer clients in connection with public and private securities offerings. Jason is a former Judicial Extern for the Honorable Stephen D. Gerling of the United States Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of New York. He is also a former...

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...

BTLG | Business & Technology Law Group is a full-service Maryland business law firm. BTLG business lawyers provide legal services to a diverse array of businesses from small business and entrepreneurs, to local litigation counsel for public companies, in a variety of areas including: litigation, trial, corporate defense, administrative hearings, arbitration, mediation, contracts, collections, labor and employment law, intellectual property, software, computers, technology development transactions, government contracts, real estate, corporate law, business start-up and formation, and more. BTLG | Business & Technology Law Group attorneys provide legal services throughout Maryland including in: Baltimore, Baltimore City, Columbia, Ellicott City, Towson, Catonsville, Essex,...