- Premarital AgreementFor couples considering marriage, Lee can explain the legal benefits of tying the knot, and the potential drawbacks. He can also suggest steps to take in connection with getting married, such as preparing a prenuptial agreement.
- Wrongful DeathBrett has extensive experience representing insurance companies and their insureds, including professionals and businesses in all matters of litigation. This includes representing realtors, settlement agents, title abstractors, attorneys, mortgage and title companies, and insurance agents against claims of professional negligence and deceptive trade practices. He also defends individuals and business against wrongful death and serious bodily injuries claims, including claims arising out of premises liability, automobile accidents, and products liability.
- Sex CrimesA Positive First Step, But Maryland’s New “Evidence of Other Sexually Assaultive Behavior” Statute Does Not Go Far Enough: Why Maryland Should Allow Relevant Evidence of a Defendant’s Sexually Assaultive Behavior to be Admissible in Court in All Sex Crime Cases – Similar to the Federal Rules of Evidence 413 and 414, 49 U. Balt. L.F. 129 (2019).
- FraudTimothy navigates complex coverage disputes for insurance companies in first party property claims, specializing in catastrophic commercial losses and business interruption claims. He has extensive experience in cause and origin investigations and has spent years working alongside top experts, including fire investigators, engineers, and architects. He has also handled thousands of investigations of suspicious insurance claims, involving arson, theft, and other insurance fraud. Timothy is a stalwart of the firm’s subrogation practice and has recovered multi-millions for his insurance company clients.
- Theft
- ArsonFor half a century, Niles Barton has provided legal counsel and advice to insurance companies, brokers and businesses regarding property insurance, insurance claims, coverage, and defense. Our insurance attorneys have substantial experience investigating and litigating various coverage issues, including arson, fraud and business interruption. We also counsel clients on how to resolve claims in accordance with the insurance policy, contract provisions, and the law.
- Corporate LawOur corporate litigation team takes pride in how we support our business clients. Commercial litigation and arbitration can be complex, so our attorneys make sure we know all aspects – legal, business and personal – of each case. With a thorough understanding of the big picture, we negotiate, mediate and litigate to protect the rights and interests of our clients.
- Mergers and AcquisitionsMelody’s practice includes matters involving representations and warranties insurance in the mergers and acquisitions context. She is an experienced advisor and trial attorney who has handled numerous cases throughout the state and federal courts in Maryland. She has broad litigation experience involving commercial construction contracts, government procurement, employment and discrimination claims, as well as privacy and disclosure law matters.
- Business DisputesRobert P. O'Brien has over four decades of experience focused upon the defense of claims in commercial litigation, including defending maritime claims, inland marine claims, non-maritime trucking industry claims, as well as claims involving commercial contract disputes.
- Construction Contracts
- Trade Secrets
- Intellectual Property
- Wrongful TerminationBusinesses are also challenged with creating a safe and rewarding environment for employees. They must also comply with employment laws and regulations. Our employment attorneys counsel employers on compliance issues and legislative requirements. We assist clients in the development of standards and policies that are constantly changing with regard to discrimination, sexual and other forms of harassment, wrongful discharge, medical and family leave, disability and substance abuse. Our attorneys also work closely with human resource professionals on matters involving personnel records, compensation, hiring and firing, employee handbooks, and job performance issues.
- Employment DiscriminationIn addition, Brett represents businesses in various types of commercial and employment litigation, including employment discrimination claims, non-competition and trade secret disputes, and commercial contract disputes.
- Employment Litigation
- Real Estate LitigationMatthew L. Kimball brings over three decades of sophisticated experience in real estate law to his role as Chair of the Commercial Real Estate Department.
- Premises LiabilityJustin S. Dunbar has nearly twenty years of experience representing insurance companies and their insured businesses and individuals in complex automobile and premises liability claims, as well as property claims.
- Construction LitigationLily I. MacKenty concentrates her practice in general insurance coverage litigation, construction defects, premises liability cases, related first party insurance matters and commercial litigation.
- Real Estate TransactionsKeith O. Hinder, Jr., represents clients in commercial real estate transactions, including the purchase, sale, financing, development and leasing of all types of commercial properties.
- Property Damage
- Personal InjuryAs Chairman of the firm's Litigation Department, Robert's practice is focused upon the defense of claims in commercial litigation. He has had extensive experience in defending maritime claims (including cargo damage, collision, personal injury, and death), inland marine claims, non-maritime trucking industry claims (including cargo damage, personal injury, death and coverage issues), claims involving warehousemen, freight forwarders, transportation brokers and terminal operators, as well as claims involving commercial contract disputes.
- Estate PlanningIn this unpredictable world, thinking about estate planning can be confusing and unsettling, especially when considering all the important issues that can affect your loved ones after you are gone. How will your assets be distributed? Who will care for your children? Who should make medical and financial decisions for you when you are incapable of doing so? What is the difference between a “will” and a “trust,” and which one is right for you?
- WillsPreparing an estate plan means having a say in what happens to your wealth after you are gone. Through a Last Will and Testament, you can name the important people in your life who will inherit your assets.
- TrustsWhen someone has died, Lee can help navigate the complexities of the probate process and trust administration, acting as either the attorney or personal representative/trustee.
- Power of AttorneyAn estate plan is a set of papers that usually includes a will, durable power of attorney, and advance medical directive. These essential documents can help you manage financial and health-related matters if you ever become incapacitated, and they should provide for the efficient transfer of your assets upon your death.
- Probate
- Bankruptcy
- Tax LawSusan is a partner in the Estates and Trusts Department. She provides estate and gift tax planning advice to individuals and families to help them achieve wealth preservation and minimize taxes. She also handles estate and trust administration.
- Debt CollectionIn addition to his extensive private practice experience, Brett served as an in-house litigation counsel at a leading national personal installment lender, defending the company against claims arising under federal and state consumer protection, fair lending, debt collection, and Bankruptcy laws, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act (“FCRA”), Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (“FDCPA”), and the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (“TCPA”). During this time, Brett worked extensively with outside counsel, gaining an invaluable perspective from the “client’s view” relating to the importance of effective communication and collaboration between business and its counsel throughout the litigation experience.