Stephen Metz
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2021 About Stephen Metz
Stephen Metz is a lawyer based in Bethesda, MD and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2021. Stephen Metz is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Bethesda, Maryland
- Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Banking and Finance
- Litigation - Bankruptcy
- Litigation - Real Estate
Current Firm: Offit Kurman
Education: Penn State Dickinson School of Law, J.D., graduated 1997
Location: Bethesda, MD
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