Stevens Palmer, LLC

01/15/2026

Stevens Palmer is proud to announce that our attorneys will continue to serve the Queen Anne’s County Bar Association.

Attorney Kaya Abukassis has been elected President, with Attorney Emily Jenkins serving as Vice President. We congratulate them both and applaud their commitment to leadership and service within the legal profession.

01/15/2026

Attorneys Emily Jenkins and Meagan Criscuoli were sworn into the Queen Anne’s County bar yesterday along with other distinguished lawyers from the community.

The swearing-in by the Clerk of the Circuit Court and signing of the Clerk’s Test Book are a ceremonial rite of passage enjoyed by members of the bar.

Congratulations, Emily & Meagan! ⚖️

01/09/2026

Today, we're all Cheeseheads-- Except one brave Bears fan-- May the best team win!

12/29/2025

Stevens Palmer, LLC and Bay East Title Company are pleased to announce that attorneys Genevieve Macfarlane and Kaya Abukassis, Esq. have been recognized as Rising Stars by Super Lawyers.

Abukassis was nominated for her work in Family Law, and Genevieve H. R. Macfarlane was recognized for her practice in Real Estate Law.

This distinction reflects their professional excellence and dedication to their respective practice areas and we congratulate both attorneys on their nominations.

10/03/2025

Attorneys Kaya Abukassis, Genevieve Macfarlane, Emily Jenkins, and Pat Palmer enjoyed a beautiful evening at the Kent County Bar Association’s Crab Feast connecting with colleagues and celebrating the legal community on the Eastern Shore.

Many thanks to the Kent County Bar for a great event! 🦀

09/22/2025

Attorneys Joe Stevens and Genevieve Macfarlane recently participated as moderators at the Maryland State Bar Association’s Land Use Institute.

Mr. Stevens moderated a panel focused on Ethics in Land Use Law, offering insights on navigating complex legal responsibilities with integrity.

Ms. Macfarlane led a dynamic discussion on Solar Energy, highlighting the evolving landscape of renewable energy and land use policy in Maryland.

We’re honored to have our team contribute to these important conversations shaping the future of land use in our state.

05/30/2025

Attorney Genevieve Macfarlane represented the Wicomico Hunt Club before the Kent County Planning Commission and Kent County Commissioners in garnering both zoning and code text amendments to ultimately allow the foxhunting club’s hounds to reside in the Resource Conservation District of Kent County.

CHESTERTOWN — On Tuesday, May 20, legislation to adopt amendments to a licensing process for fox hunting club dog kennels was unanimously approved by the Kent County Commissioners.

05/07/2025

Attorney Pat Palmer attended Talisman Therapeutic Riding’s Derby Day in Queenstown-- a wonderful annual event to support an important cause!

Pictured with Yumi Hogan, Larry Hogan, and Lauran Palmer

05/02/2025

We had a wonderful time supporting our new neighbors at Three Little Buds in downtown Centreville 💐

04/10/2025

Congratulations to Attorney Genevieve Macfarlane on being nominated for APG Media’s Women to Watch 2025! ⚖️

More about Ms. Macfarlane's practice can be found at www.spp-law.com

01/08/2025

Attorney Genevieve Macfarlane has been appointed by Governor Wes Moore to serve as a member of the Maryland Horse Industry Board.

The Maryland Horse Industry Board is part of the Maryland Department of Agriculture and works to promote and grow the state's vibrant horse industry through advocacy, education, and economic development. Congratulations, Genevieve!

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12/19/2024

Two of our attorneys have been recognized as Super Lawyers 2025 Rising Stars in the following practice areas:

Kaya C. Abukassis- Family Law
Genevieve H. R. Macfarlane- Real Estate

Ms. Abukassis and Ms. Macfarlane may be reached at (410) 758-4600.

Congratulations, counselors! ⚖️🌟