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Andy Freeman obtains justice for his clients. He has won numerous verdicts, judgments, and settlements of millions, tens of millions, and in one case over a billion dollars by mastering the relevant law and getting to know his clients, their problems, and the evidence in their cases. Other lawyers bring Andy cases that present complicated combinations of law and facts or that require making new law. After finding witnesses the defendant had failed to disclose, Andy won $7 million at trial for...

David Cole is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships). David practices law in Lutherville, Maryland Best Lawyers has recognized David Cole since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which David Cole is held by other lawyers.

Creston P. Smith is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Criminal Defense: General Practice. Creston P. practices law in Baltimore, Maryland Best Lawyers has recognized Creston P. Smith since 2022. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Creston P. Smith is held by other lawyers.

Drake Zaharris is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law and Insurance Law. Drake practices law in Towson, Maryland Best Lawyers has recognized Drake Zaharris since 2013. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Drake Zaharris is held by other...

Laura A. Pierson-Scheinberg is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Labor Law - Management. Laura A. practices law in Baltimore, Maryland Best Lawyers has recognized Laura A. Pierson-Scheinberg since 2018. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Laura A. Pierson-Scheinberg is held by other lawyers.

Emily Jordan ("E.J.") Hammann is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs. E.J. is a Partner and Trial Attorney at Brown & Barron. In her second year with the firm, E.J. was lead trial counsel in two cases obtaining $8 Million Plaintiffs’ verdicts (one for $8.5 Million and one for $8.3 Million), and most recently, a case obtaining a $35 Million Plaintiff’s verdict. She has over 20 years’ experience working ...

Jill S. Distler is an associate in the Baltimore, Maryland, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. Her practice concentrates on representing management in employment litigation in state and federal court, in arbitration, and before the EEOC and state and local administrative agencies. Jill handles employment discrimination claims, including race, sex, age and disability discrimination, as well as harassment, retaliatory discharge, wage and hour, and non-compete/restrictive covenant issues. She also adv...

Brian G. Thompson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Criminal Defense: General Practice. Brian G. practices law in Baltimore, Maryland Best Lawyers has recognized Brian G. Thompson since 2021. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Brian G. Thompson is held by other lawyers.

Stephen D. Shawe is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management, Labor Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Stephen D. practices law in Baltimore, Maryland Best Lawyers has recognized Stephen D. Shawe since 1983. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Stephen D. Shawe is held by other ...

As an experienced and respected real estate lawyer, Ed has learned how to help clients meet their business goals quickly and efficiently. Ed is effective because he thoroughly understands each deal, including the specific legal requirements and each party’s issues in every transaction. He tailors his services to negotiate every matter skillfully to get to closing smoothly. Equally important, clients value his experience, skills and sense of humor, which make each project as enjoyable as...