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Keith Schiszik
Fredrick, MD Family Law Attorney with 52 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Estate Planning
American University School of Law
I have helped over 3,000 people through the divorce process in my career. I try to educate my clients so they understand the law and what a "reasonable settlement" looks like. Over 95% of my cases settle without having to do a trial because I work hard to reach creative solutions to these emotional issues.
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Imad Soubra
Frederick, MD Family Law Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense and Divorce
The George Washington University Law School and Thomas M. Cooley Law School, Lansing, Michigan
Soubra Law Firm is founded on the principals of providing effective and affordable legal representation to their clients. The Firm specializes in all aspects of Family Law including divorce, custody and visitation, child abuse situations, child and spousal support determination, prenuptial agreements, and adoption. The practice areas also include Criminal Defense, DWI/DUI, Workers' Compensation, and Car Crashes.
My name is Imad Soubra, and I am the principal of Soubra Law Firm. I offer my clients individual and personal attention when I handle their cases. I make myself available to my clients to offer them the affordable and efficient legal service...
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Elizabeth Stup
Frederick, MD Family Law Attorney with 21 years of experience
Family, Arbitration & Mediation and Divorce
University of Baltimore School of Law
Elizabeth Stup is a family law attorney who practices in Frederick and Washington county. She focuses her practice on assisting her clients to reach long term solutions for their custody and parenting access (visitation). She also works extensively with parents who must return to court for modification of existing custody or divorce orders due to changes in circumstances or the need to move to a new location. She understands the important considerations of the law, developmental needs of the children and the emotional impact on all of the family members during and after the divorce process. ...
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Richard Lundin
Frederick, MD Family Law Lawyer with 30 years of experience
Family and Personal Injury
The George Washington University Law School
Richard S. Lundin's dream of becoming a Washington D.C lawyer started far from the nation's capital, working part-time as a litigation assistant in Phoenix Arizona. It was at Arizona State that Rick graduated with a degree in finance, and later George Washington University where he earned his Juris Doctor. It was also during this time that he worked for federal judge, the Honorable Charles R. Richey, who left a strong impression on Rick's early legal career. It was 1994 when Rick was hired by James Nickelsporn, who later invited him to be his law partner, forming Nickelsporn &...
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Lisa Trail
Frederick, MD Family Law Lawyer with 25 years of experience
Family and Divorce
University of Baltimore School of Law
Lisa Trail is an attorney and the founder of Maryland Strategic Divorce Consulting, LLC. Ms. Trail has over 19 years of experience as an attorney in Maryland, the last decade of which was spent focusing on family law. Lisa Trail approaches her cases in a caring and methodical manner, focusing on the specific needs of her clients. She pays attention to the details that can change the outcome of her client’s case. Ms. Trail’s personalized approach, together with her practical knowledge and expertise in family law provides clients with the help they need. After years...
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Mr. J. Edgie Russell
Frederick, MD Family Law Lawyer with 45 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Suffolk University Law School
I have have lived and practiced in Frederick Maryland for over thirty years. Family Law is the primary focus of my practice. I have tried cases in the Circuit Court and District Court, as well as arguing cases before the Maryland Court of Appeals and Maryland Court of Special Appeals.I am a Court appointed mediator for divorce and custody cases and I am trained in Collaborative Law.
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Brian Barkley
Frederick, MD Family Law Lawyer with 54 years of experience
Family, Bankruptcy, Divorce and Estate Planning
The George Washington University Law School
The National Law Center, George Washington University J.D., with Honors
University of Maryland, BA Major in Government & Politics, Minor in Psychology
Civic, Professional, Foundation and Corporate Affiliations:
Delegate to Democratic National Convention
Campaign Manager for Rep. Michael D. Barnes
Rockville Chamber of Commerce – Past President
National Capital Chapter of MS Society - Board of Trustees, and Past Chair
Shady Grove Hospital Fund Campaign - Major Gift Chair
Montgomery County Bar Association –Chair Judicial Selections; Member of Ethics, Fee Arbitration and Legislation Committees
Silver Spring Chamber of Commerce - Vice President
Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce - Liquor Control Evaluation
Rockville Alternative Community Service Commission
Montgomery County Volunteer MS Committee -...
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Keith Havens
Frederick, MD Family Law Lawyer with 31 years of experience
Family, Bankruptcy, Divorce and Domestic Violence
American University Washington College of Law
At Havens & Associates, LLC, our clients come first. Every client is treated with personalized attention and is guaranteed effective representation. Our expertise and integrity have earned us a reputation as one of the premier legal firms in Maryland and the District of Columbia. Havens & Associates, LLC is dedicated to achieving the best outcome for every client.
Havens & Associates, LLC represent clients in all state and federal courts located in the State of Maryland and the District of Columbia.
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Scott Hartinger
Frederick, MD Family Law Attorney
Family, Divorce, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Widener University Commonwealth Law School
Scott Hartinger practices primarily in the areas of personal injury, workers’ compensation, business litigation, traffic/criminal and family law, but has experience in all of the firm’s practice areas. Scott is also a trained mediator.
Scott is a 1993 graduate of Mount Saint Mary’s College in Emmitsburg, Maryland and received his J.D. in 1996 from Widener University School of Law in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Following law school, Scott served as a Law Clerk for the Honorable James L. Ryan in the Circuit Court for Montgomery County, Maryland. Scott practices in both Maryland and the District of Columbia, where he is admitted to practice...
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Karen Guthrie
Frederick, MD Family Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Family, Communications, Divorce and Employment
University of Baltimore School of Law
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Nicholas R. McDaniels
Frederick, MD Family Law Lawyer with 8 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Agricultural, Estate Planning and Personal Injury
Nick is an accomplished attorney who is also co-owner and Broker of Union Preferred Realty where along with his team, he provides exceptional real estate services to homeowners, investors, sellers, with a special focus on the needs of union members.
When Nick is not in the office, you can catch him working with the next generation of lawyers and leaders at a Baltimore City’s largest high school, where he is the director of the Law and Leadership Program. Nick is a passionate individual who cares for others far more than he does for himself and works tirelessly to ensure the success...
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Mr Timothy Conlon
Frederick, MD Family Law Attorney
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Temple University and The George Washington University Law School
Timothy T. Conlon, Esquire is the lead attorney at the Custody Place. Tim is from Reading Pennsylvania originally and is a married father of three. He obtained his undergraduate degree at George Washington University in Washington DC. Tim also took a year of Undergraduate studies at Trinity College in Dublin Ireland. His Juris Doctorate of Laws was obtained at Temple University Law School in Philadelphia Pennsylvania (with honors) in 1995. After Law School, Tim worked in Anchorage Alaska on family law, native rights and interstate child abduction cases. He completed study (with honors) in...
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James Patrick DeLorenzo
Frederick, MD Family Law Lawyer with 30 years of experience
Family, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Juvenile
Mr. DeLorenzo is a Partner in Rolle & Conlon in Frederick, Maryland and was admitted to the Maryland Bar in 1994.
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Carl David Somerlock
Frederick, MD Family Law Attorney with 24 years of experience
Family, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
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Kathleen Lynn Wright
Frederick, MD Family Law Lawyer
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Personal Injury
University of Baltimore School of Law
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;...
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Timothy Conwell Price
Frederick, MD Family Law Attorney with 35 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Business and Estate Planning
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...
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Kathryn Mary McHugh
Frederick, MD Family Law Attorney with 31 years of experience
Family, Arbitration & Mediation and Divorce
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Diana Schobel
Frederick, MD Family Law Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Family, Business, Collections and Divorce
University of Maryland - Baltimore
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Rada A Machin
Frederick, MD Family Law Attorney with 7 years of experience
Family, Business, DUI & DWI and Divorce
UDC David A. Clarke School of Law
Rada A. Machin is a Principal of The Machin Law Firm, LLC.
Rada has successfully negotiated and settled large lawsuits brought against her clients both businesses and individuals, represented individuals in contentious divorce and custody battles, successfully defended her clients in DUI trials and MVA hearings, and has served as a Court Appointed Attorney for the State of Maryland, representing arrested individuals for initial appearances/bond hearings. Rada has a very high success rate representing Immigrants applying for Green Cards, Citizenship, Adjustment of Status, and I-601A waivers.
Rada is a savvy business law attorney and aids many corporations through contract negotiations and...
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Ross Albers
Frederick, MD Family Law Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Personal Injury
University of Baltimore School of Law
Ross W. Albers graduated from the prestigious University of Baltimore School of Law with a concentration in criminal practice. His passion for the legal system earned him an editorial position on the Law Review.
While attending law school, Ross worked as an insurance adjuster for Travelers Insurance.
After passing the bar exam, Attorney Ross W. Albers left his position as an insurance adjuster and began his legal career as a prosecutor in the Baltimore City State’s Attorney’s Office. There he prosecuted criminal, DUI, juvenile, and traffic cases in the circuit and district courts of Maryland.
Along with...
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Stewart Andrew Sutton
Germantown, MD Family Law Attorney with 37 years of experience
8 Executive Park Court
Germantown, MD 20874
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Estate Planning and Legal Malpractice
University of California - Los Angeles
I’m Stewart A. Sutton and I have been practicing law in Maryland, the District of Columbia, and California for over 30 years. I am a general practitioner, who helps individuals, families, employees, entrepreneurs, and small businesses solve their ordinary and sometimes extraordinary legal problems.
My areas of practice include: family law; business law; personal injury; civil rights; wills and trusts; legal malpractice, real estate litigation, and appeals. I limit my practice to representing no more than a dozen litigation clients at a time.
My philosophy is to provide the highest quality legal representation to a small number...
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Alice Pare
Germantown, MD Family Law Attorney
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Estate Planning
The law firm of Pare & Assoc., LLC (formerly Law Offices of Alice Pare) is a 10+ attorney law firm with locations in Germantown and Silver Spring. We practice several disciplines, including all aspects of family law, Trusts and Estates, Probate, Criminal Law, Bankruptcy, and consumer protection. We strive for excellence and to counsel our clients to react to their circumstnaces with reason. We do our best to keep our fees low and affordable, and encourage our clients to work toward settlement. When settlement is not possible, then we aggressively pursue our clients goals through litigation. We strive to partner...
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Jonathan James Biedron
Germantown, MD Family Law Attorney with 30 years of experience
Family and Divorce
Harvard Law School
I am Jonathan Biedron, a graduate of Harvard Law School and a practicing family law attorney since 1993. I represent men and women seeking separation, divorce, or resolution to a child custody or child support issue in Montgomery County or the surrounding areas of Maryland. Contact my law office when you need legal help with a family law matter.
I've often heard clients say they were looking for a "bulldog" to handle their divorce case. They think the only sure-fire way to win is to attack the case and their former spouse. Some situations do call for aggression, but in...
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Sandra V. Guzman-Salvado
Frederick, MD Family Law Attorney with 20 years of experience
Family and Divorce
University of Baltimore School of Law
Sandra Guzma- Salvado is a bi-lingual family law attorney, mediator, Best Interest Attorney for Children, and Parent Coordinator.
Sandra represents individuals in cases involving child custody, divorce, child support, and access in Maryland. She is often appointed to represent children in contested custody matters.
Legal disputes may be resolved through negotiation, litigation, mediation, or collaborative practice.
Sandra's focus has always been family law because it is what she finds most rewarding. It is an area of law where her patience, reflective listening skills, and ability to sympathize is helpful.
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Jumoke F Oladapo
Greenbelt, MD Family Law Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Immigration
University of Baltimore School of Law
You will get a personalized quality legal consultation or representation you deserve when you choose my services at Ivylaw. I am the Manging Attorney at Ivylaw Law Office, Greenbelt, Maryland. I am Passionate about helping my clients, both individuals and companies to navigate successfully through the system of U.S immigration and nationality law. My services enable my client to realize their immigration desires and intents, and help them become suceesful contributing members of the society in the United States. Being an immigrant, I know, feel and understand your immigration needs and I am commited to providing successful immigration solutions...
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Jac E. Knust
Columbia, MD Family Law Attorney with 52 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Estate Planning
University of Baltimore School of Law and University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law
Jac E. Knust began his law practice in 1972 and practices primarily in the Central Maryland Metropolitan area. He has engaged in a general law practice for 52 years, with emphasis on family law, divorce, separation and property settlement agreements, elder law, estate planning, wills, probate, trusts, powers of attorney, health care advance directives, criminal matters, real estate, landlord/tenant, business planning, corporations, LLCs, and partnerships. He is a former Assistant State's Attorney for Howard County, a former Assistant Public Defender for Howard County. From 2014 to 2018 Jac E. Knust served as a Special Magistrate for the Circuit...
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Ms. Stuart Muntzing Skok
Rockville, MD Family Law Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
West Virginia University College of Law
Now licensed in Colorado as of 2020 - Stuart Skok has expanded her practice to include Colorado family law as Of Counsel with:
Cox, Baker & Page LLC
858 W. Happy Canyon Road, Suite 215
Castle Rock, CO 80108
www.coxbaker.com
Principal and owner of Stuart Skok Law LLC, founded in 2017, Stuart Skok handles matters of family law in Maryland, D.C. and Colorado. As one of the Top 100 Matrimonial and Family Law Attorneys in Maryland listed in The National Advocates: Top 100, Ms. Skok consistently has an Avvo “Superb” rating and has...
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Geoffrey S. Platnick
Potomac, MD Family Law Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
SUNY Buffalo Law School
When it comes to achieving a positive outcome for his clients, Geoffrey Platnick is passionate. Often meeting him under emotionally devastating circumstances, clients rely on Geoff to assess their specific family circumstances and goals, and then formulate and execute a strategy to achieve a desirable outcome for them and their families. His experience and training provides him an insightful perspective into the field of family law and its complex needs. He presents clients with strategic, thoughtful and zealous representation, providing solutions for both their immediate and long-term concerns. Geoff is particularly adept at crafting settlement agreements which...
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David Marquardt
Rockville, MD Family Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
University of Miami School of Law
My journey to becoming the owner and founder of Wayside Legal came out of an intense sense of justice and a desire to stand up for people who cannot stand up for themselves. I started Wayside Legal for you. Every day, the firm is devoted to serving clients and the community with enthusiasm and value. Your case isn’t just a legal event but a complete and total life transition, so I strive to be a concierge that can address any and all of the issues you may face.
I am a veteran attorney licensed in Maryland, D.C. and Virginia, handling all...
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LaSheena M. Williams
Rockville, MD Family Law Attorney with 10 years of experience
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Howard University School of Law
Born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland, LaSheena M. Williams is a distinguished legal professional who has dedicated her career to the intricate world of family law. A proud alumnus of Towson University, she holds dual degrees in Psychology and Criminal Justice, a testament to her deep understanding of the complex human dynamics that often play a crucial role in legal matters.
LaSheena's journey in law began at Howard University School of Law, located in the bustling DMV metro area. Here, she honed her legal acumen, laying the foundation for her future successes. Her post-graduate path led her to an invaluable internship...
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Michael A. Mastracci
Baltimore, MD Family Law Attorney with 34 years of experience
Family, Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
University of Baltimore School of Law
ABOUT MIKE
Present or Past Member of:
2014 - Appointed to the Baltimore County Bar Association's Bench - Bar Committee
2013-2014 Appointed to The Maryland Court Process Committee of the Commission on Child Custody Decision Making.
Maryland Trial Lawyers Association, Maryland Association for Justice, Maryland Criminal Defense Association
Maryland Collaborative Law Association, Inc., International Association of Collaborative Professionals, Maryland Collaborative Practice Council, Howard County Collaborative Professionals, Inc., Baltimore Collaborative Divorce Professionals
Biography: Founder and President, The Child Access Center, 1998-1999
2010 President of the Maryland Collaborative Law Association
Author of Award Winning and Highly Acclaimed Book: Stop Fighting Over the Kids: Resolving Day-to-Day Custody Conflict in Divorce Situations
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James E Crawford Jr.
Arbutus, MD Family Law Attorney with 32 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
University of Baltimore School of Law and University of Maryland - Baltimore
Attorney James E. Crawford, Jr.
Founder and Managing Partner
As a Baltimore-native, Attorney James Crawford grew up watching his father interact with some of the best judges and prosecutors in the state, using forcefulness and grace to navigate complex legal situations. He learned that the power to change the life of even one client is worth more than any amount of money or prestige.
As one of the most capable and tenacious trial lawyers in Maryland, he has enjoyed an extraordinary amount of successes on behalf of clients, spending just about every day of his working career in a Maryland courtroom.
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Avigayil Pearlman
Columbia, MD Family Law Lawyer with 5 years of experience
(410) 696-4326
6990 Columbia Gateway Drive
Suite 360
Columbia, MD 21046
Family and Divorce
University of Baltimore School of Law
Avigayil Pearlman is a highly dedicated attorney specializing in divorce and family law, recognized for her exceptional academic achievements and practical experience. Graduating magna cum laude from the University of Baltimore School of Law, she focused on family law and ranked among the top 23% of her class. Pearlman's commitment to gaining practical experience led her to internships with the Circuit Court for Baltimore City and the prestigious Bronfein Family Law Clinic. Additionally, she participated in a transformative summer program at the University of Aberdeen School of Law, broadening her legal horizons internationally. Today, as a respected attorney at the...
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Pawnee A. Davis
Bethesda , MD Family Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce and Domestic Violence
University of Pittsburgh School of Law and California State University - Sacramento
At my firm we get you results in your divorce, family law, or estate planning matter. All cases are handled with care and with a focus on helping our clients. We seek the best resolution for you.
What is different about my firm?
It is a small woman-owned firm that works hard for you! The team members at P. A. Davis Law Office are thorough and conscientious in how we handle cases and genuinely want to make our clients' lives better.
The owner, having worked as a senior official in federal government providing top consulting and strategy to government agencies, knows...
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Young S. Song
Ellicott City, MD Family Law Lawyer with 25 years of experience
Family, Bankruptcy, Business and Divorce
The Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law
Divorce and Bankruptcy, with Dignity. Licensed in MD, VA, and DC, with offices in Ellicott City, Maryland and Annandale, Virginia.
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Shelly Maynard Ingram
Fulton, MD Family Law Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Domestic Violence
University of Baltimore School of Law
Litigation, Mediation, and Collaborative Services - Divorce and Family Law. Shelly Ingram has represented Maryland divorce, child support, child custody, and domestic violence clients since 2004. At the Law Office of Shelly M. Ingram, we will listen to you and provide both legal and practical advice about the strengths and weaknesses of your unique family law case. Shelly understands that family transitions can be extremely difficult and information may be the key to unlocking your peace of mind. An experienced divorce lawyer, Shelly will work closely with you to develop an individualized strategy that meets the emotional...
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Jason Ostendorf
Hunt Valley, MD Family Law Lawyer with 17 years of experience
(410) 891-5624
201 International Circle
Suite 230
Hunt Valley, MD 21030
Family, Appeals, Divorce and Foreclosure Defense
University of Baltimore
Law Office of Jason Ostendorf LLC proudly represents Maryland residents in appeals, family law matters, personal injury and consumer protection cases. Mr. Ostendorf has built a solid reputation as a Baltimore, Maryland divorce lawyer, stop foreclosure advocate, personal injury and appellate attorney. The law firm primarily handles cases in Baltimore, Towson, Annapolis and Owings Mills, MD. Mr. Ostendorf enjoys a niche practice as a Maryland appeals lawyer. He is among the few appellate attorneys who have had the privilege to argue before the Maryland Court of Appeals. Mr. Ostendorf also regularly provides representation in the Maryland Court of Special...
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Gerard Miles
Pikesville, MD Family Law Attorney with 46 years of experience
(443) 589-0150
1777 Reisterstown Rd.
Suite 236 East
Pikesville, MD 21208
Free ConsultationFamily, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Estate Planning
University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law
For more than 30 years, the dependable lawyers of Huesman, Jones and Miles, LLC have provided a broad range of high-quality legal services in the greater Baltimore area and throughout Maryland. Gerard "Gary" Miles firmly believe in resolving disputes, not creating them. For both individuals and businesses, our experienced and practical attorneys strive to address your needs with a calm professionalism.
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Thomas B Stahl
Columbia, MD Family Law Lawyer
Family, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Estate Planning
University of Baltimore School of Law and University of Aberdeen (Scotland)
Thomas B. Stahl is an accomplished family law and estate planning attorney in Columbia, Maryland. Mr. Stahl is the owner of the Law Offices of Thomas Stahl and represents clients throughout central Maryland and the Washington, D.C., area. He has vast experience with family law cases involving divorce and child support and custody and helping clients with estate administration, probate, trusts and wills.
Mr. Stahl has over a decade of legal experience and is an established family law attorney. Prior to founding his firm, he served as a clerk for a judge on the bench of the Circuit Court for...