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Stein Sperling Bennett De Jong Driscoll PC The Strength of Connection. The Power of Confidence. The power of confidence underlies the way we work with our clients and with each other.

The strength of connection runs through our deep ties to the region, the legal and business communities, and our relationships with clients. Furthermore, the connection among our attorneys—across and within practice areas—broadens and reinforces our ability to get matters done for our clients with the highest levels of quality, efficiency and effectiveness. It fuels our relentless dedication to ac

hieving the best possible outcomes for our clients. It’s born from experience and success in handling a broad range of legal matters. And it reassures our clients that they are receiving the highest levels of attention and service.

Meet Your Hosts! We’re getting ready for the Next Generation Happy Hour, and we’d like you to meet the three Stein Sperl...
08/28/2026

Meet Your Hosts!

We’re getting ready for the Next Generation Happy Hour, and we’d like you to meet the three Stein Sperling associates who will be welcoming you on September 10!

Zhuo Zhao is a Commercial Litigation attorney focused on business controversy matters. A thoughtful and strategic advocate, Zhuo enjoys tackling complex legal challenges and finding creative solutions for her clients.

Ritozeh Saingbe is a Commercial Litigation attorney who brings determination, empathy, and a collaborative approach to her practice. She places a strong emphasis on building meaningful relationships and ensuring her clients feel heard throughout the legal process.

Bethel Etta is an Estates, Trusts & Probate attorney who combines careful attention to detail with strong research and writing skills to develop practical solutions tailored to her clients’ goals.

Join Zhuo, Ritozeh, Bethel, and other young professionals from across law, real estate, banking, wealth management, advertising, and more for an evening designed to build connections beyond your usual industry circle.

When: Thursday, September 10 | 5:00 p.m.
Where: Stein Sperling | 1101 Wootton Parkway, Suite 700, Rockville

And don’t forget to bring your business cards to expand your network but also be entered to win some great prizes!

RSVP today: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/h5saaxt

25 Stein Sperling attorneys have been recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®! Now in its 33rd ed...
08/27/2026

25 Stein Sperling attorneys have been recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®!

Now in its 33rd edition, Best Lawyers is one of the legal profession’s most established peer-reviewed recognitions. Attorneys are selected through confidential evaluations conducted by peers in the same practice areas and geographic markets; reflecting the depth and breadth of experience throughout our firm.

Congratulations to our 2027 honorees:
Millard S. Bennett – Business Organizations; Closely Held Companies & Family Businesses; Commercial Litigation; Corporate Law
Micah Bonaviri – Trusts & Estates
Julie Christopher – Family Law; Family Law Mediation
E. Andrew Cole – Commercial Litigation; Construction Law; Litigation – Construction; Litigation – Trusts & Estates
David S. De Jong – Tax; Tax Litigation & Controversy; Trusts & Estates
Kathryn Deckert – Family Law; Family Law Mediation
Sara M. Donohue – Family Law
Sondra Douglas – Family Law; Family Law Mediation
Eduardo S. Garcia – Commercial Litigation; Litigation – Construction
Monica G. Harms – Family Law; Family Law Mediation
Jeffrey A. Kolender – Trusts & Estates
Ivonne Corsino Lindley – Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
Darla J. McClure – Business Organizations; Closely Held Companies & Family Businesses; Corporate Law; Employment Law
Beth McIntosh Irving – Business Organizations; Closely Held Companies & Family Businesses; Real Estate Law
Matthew J. Pavlides – Commercial Litigation; Litigation – Construction
Eric J. Rollinger – Tax; Tax Litigation & Controversy
Jeffrey M. Schwaber – Commercial Litigation; Litigation – Labor & Employment; Litigation – Real Estate
Andrew Schwartz – Business Organizations; Closely Held Companies & Family Businesses; Corporate Law; Employment Law; Real Estate Law
Mark W. Schweighofer – Business Organizations; Tax Law
Karen N. Shapiro – Business Organizations; Closely Held Companies & Family Businesses; Corporate Law; Employment Law; Mergers & Acquisitions
Donald Sperling – Business Organizations; Closely Held Companies & Family Businesses; Corporate Law; Real Estate Law
Rama Taib-Lopez – Family Law; Family Law Arbitration
Sahmra Stevenson – Family Law
David B. Torchinsky – Tax Law; Trusts & Estates
Steven B. Vinick – Criminal Defense; Medical Malpractice – Plaintiffs; Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs

With attorneys recognized across business, litigation, tax, family law, trusts and estates, employment, real estate, personal injury, and more, this year’s results reflect the strength of experience our clients can draw upon across the firm.

Congratulations to all honorees on this well-deserved recognition!

Stein Sperling is representing Montgomery County in a series of significant legal challenges in state and federal court ...
08/26/2026

Stein Sperling is representing Montgomery County in a series of significant legal challenges in state and federal court involving the County’s fi****ms law.

Jeff Schwaber appeared before the Montgomery County Circuit Court this month on behalf of the County, arguing that recent legislative changes have already addressed the provisions that the Maryland Supreme Court found problematic. “In this case, the legislature beat you to it,” Jeff told the court, explaining that the Montgomery County MD Council has since amended the law to remove the provisions at issue.

The latest hearing follows the Maryland Supreme Court’s April decision in Engage Armament LLC, et al. v. Montgomery County, Maryland and raises important questions about what relief, if any, remains necessary following the County Council’s subsequent changes to the law.

The County’s motion to dismiss remains pending.

Read Bethesda Magazine’s coverage of the case and Jeff’s arguments on behalf of Montgomery County: https://bit.ly/4xnjlP2

The future of law is being shaped by technology and the conversation around how firms adapt, innovate, and lead has neve...
08/25/2026

The future of law is being shaped by technology and the conversation around how firms adapt, innovate, and lead has never been more important.

Stein Sperling CEO Tara Mobley will join fellow legal and technology leaders Thursday Aug 27 from 10:00 - 11:00 AM for The Daily Record’s Law, Technology & Innovation Webinar for a discussion on the evolving role of technology in the legal industry.

As firms navigate rapid advances in AI, new technologies, and changing expectations from both clients and employees, thoughtful leadership is essential to determining not only which tools we adopt, but how we use them to strengthen our organizations and better serve our clients.

We look forward to Tara representing Stein Sperling and sharing her perspective as part of this timely conversation.

Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/4y7MVs1

Please join us in recognizing Jamilah Wesley, Associate Attorney in Stein Sperling's Real Estate Law practice. Jamilah a...
08/24/2026

Please join us in recognizing Jamilah Wesley, Associate Attorney in Stein Sperling's Real Estate Law practice.

Jamilah advises clients on a wide range of commercial real estate matters, including acquisitions and dispositions, financing, commercial leasing, development, and real estate disputes. She is committed to providing practical, strategic guidance that helps clients confidently navigate every stage of a transaction while protecting their long-term interests.

At Stein Sperling, we're proud to have attorneys like Jamilah who are dedicated to delivering thoughtful legal counsel and exceptional client service.

Learn more about Jamilah and our Real Estate Law team: https://bit.ly/458Q3r7

14 Stein Sperling attorneys have been named to the 2027 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America list!Best Lawyers Ones t...
08/21/2026

14 Stein Sperling attorneys have been named to the 2027 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America list!

Best Lawyers Ones to Watch® recognizes attorneys earlier in their careers for outstanding professional excellence in private practice. Like the traditional Best Lawyers® awards, these honors are based entirely on the Purely Peer Review® methodology, making recognition particularly meaningful as it comes from fellow members of the legal profession.

Congratulations to our 2027 honorees:

Naila Apolito – Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
James C. Crosland – Tax; Trusts & Estates
Bethel Etta – Trusts & Estates
R. Chase Frederick – Family Law
Zachary C. Johnston – Tax
Morgan M. Kirby – Tax
Laura C. Llanso – Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
Jordyn Y. Lueker – Family Law
Vida Mank – Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
Micah M. Millsaps – Tax
Joseph M. Moeller – Commercial Litigation
Rebecca A. O’Neill – Business Organizations; Tax
Nidhi P. Patel – Business Organizations
Zhuo Zhao – Commercial Litigation

With honorees spanning personal injury, family law, tax, trusts and estates, business law, and commercial litigation, this year’s recognition reflects the depth of talent across the next generation of attorneys at Stein Sperling.

Congratulations to all 14 of our honorees on this well-deserved recognition!

Congratulations to Stein Sperling attorney Jamie Alvarado-Taylor, who has been named a 2026 Maryland Hispanic Leadership...
08/21/2026

Congratulations to Stein Sperling attorney Jamie Alvarado-Taylor, who has been named a 2026 Maryland Hispanic Leadership Awards Honoree by The Daily Record!

Presented in partnership with the The Maryland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and ALPFA Baltimore, the Maryland Hispanic Leadership Awards recognize dynamic and impactful Hispanic leaders for their professional accomplishments, community involvement, and commitment to mentoring, while celebrating the important contributions of Maryland’s Hispanic community to the state’s economy and culture.
Jamie’s dedication to her clients, her community, and the legal profession makes this recognition especially well deserved.

We look forward to celebrating Jamie and her fellow honorees at the Maryland Hispanic Leadership Awards celebration this October!

Stein Sperling continues to earn national and regional recognition for the depth of talent and experience across our fir...
08/20/2026

Stein Sperling continues to earn national and regional recognition for the depth of talent and experience across our firm.

In the latest Best Lawyers® USA rankings, Stein Sperling and our attorneys earned recognition across an impressive range of practices:
• National Tier 1 – Litigation and Controversy – Tax
• National Tier 3 – Commercial Litigation, Litigation – Construction, Tax Law, and Trusts and Estates
• 20 practice areas ranked regionally in Washington, D.C.
• 23 attorneys recognized across 22 distinct practice areas
• 14 Ones to Watch recognized across eight practice areas

From corporate transactions and tax law to complex litigation, trusts and estates, family law, and beyond, these distinctions reflect the breadth of experience our attorneys bring to the individuals, families, and businesses we serve.

Congratulations to all of our recognized attorneys on this well-deserved achievement!

08/10/2026

A recent Maryland case involving a 13-year-old who allegedly crashed a stolen vehicle, killing a Montgomery County father, has renewed difficult questions surrounding juvenile crime, accountability, and Maryland’s juvenile justice system.

Stein Sperling attorney Steve Vinick recently spoke with WTOP News to provide his legal perspective on the case and what it may mean within the broader conversation surrounding how Maryland handles serious offenses involving young people.

As a criminal defense attorney with decades of experience navigating Maryland’s criminal justice system, Steve offers insight into the legal complexities at the center of cases like this and the difficult balance between rehabilitation, accountability, and public safety.

Steve’s full interview with is available here: https://bit.ly/3TLaqIw

We are proud to announce that four Stein Sperling attorneys have been named to The Daily Record's inaugural , recognizi...
07/31/2026

We are proud to announce that four Stein Sperling attorneys have been named to The Daily Record's inaugural , recognizing Maryland's most influential leaders across business, law, government, and nonprofit organizations.

Congratulations to:
Jeff Schwaber – Business Law
Darla McClure – Employment Law
Julie Christopher – Family Law
Jamie Alvarado-Taylor – Personal Injury Law

This recognition reflects their exceptional leadership, dedication to their clients, and lasting contributions to the legal profession and our community. We are honored to celebrate this well-deserved achievement and proud to call them Stein Sperling Partners

Congratulations to all of this year's MD500 honorees! https://bit.ly/4yYpuCL

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