VERONICA YU WELSH, 32 Offit Kurman, P.A., Baltimore 410-209-6400; offitkurman.com
Alma mater: American University Washington College of Law Legal specialty: Labor and Employment/Employee Mobility and Trade Secret Protection/Civil Litigation The firm says: Veronica is a talented lawyer that works very hard to ensure the best outcomes for her clients. Whether it is working through a complex question of law or helping a client consider their many options, Veronica is a consummate problem solver who puts her clients first. Veronica is the type of lawyer that clients can trust to help them navigate the legal minefield. She is also well-regarded by her peers at our firm.
BENJAMIN HOWARD MEREDITH, 36
JANINE WOLFORD, 39
McAllister, DeTar, Showalter & Walker, Annapolis; 410-934-3900; mdswlaw.com Alma mater: University of Baltimore School of Law Legal specialty: Family Law The firm says: Ms. Wolford’s interest in family law began in law school when she practiced as a Rule 16 attorney representing the underserved population of Baltimore City in domestic matters. She practiced general litigation for a number of years and has since decided to focus her practice in the area of family law. She is client focused, working closely with her clients in achieving their goals, while demonstrating the necessary empathy during this often difficult and taxing process on families. Her years of experience in the field of litigation and family practice allow her to be skilled in counseling, negotiating, and litigating.
MEAGAN BORGERSON, 33
STEVEN BROWN, 35
McAllister, DeTar, Showalter & Walker, Annapolis; 410-934-3900; mdswlaw.com Alma mater: Florida State University College of Law Legal specialty: Employment Law The firm says: Steven’s work reflects his exceptional contributions to the benefit of his clients and the community in which he practices. At the start of 2020, Steven brought his employment law expertise to the Annapolis office of McCallister, DeTar, Showalter & Walker. With the onset of the pandemic, Steven expanded his practice to become a “go-to” resource for guiding businesses through federal, state, and local COVID regulations. In addition, Steven volunteers his time as vice-chair of the Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce, as trustee to the board of trustees of the Anne Arundel County Bar Association, and for the Anne Arundel County Community College.
SHELBY WHALE, 26
Iliff, Meredith, Wildberger & Brennan, P.C., Pasadena; 410-685-1166; ilimer.com
Kagan Stern Marinello & Beard, LLC, Annapolis 410-216-7900; kaganstern.com
Reinstein, Glackin & Herriott, LLC, Bowie 301-850-7349; rghlawyers.com
Alma mater: University of Baltimore School of Law Legal specialty: Medical Malpractice/Personal Injury The firm says: Benjamin is an accomplished attorney. Ben’s practice consists of representation of clients victimized by medical malpractice as well as representation clients who have suffered other types of personal injuries. Ben regularly represents clients who have been injured in automobile accidents. Ben is a very active member of the legal community. Ben has served on the Board of Trustees of the Anne Arundel Bar Association, where he was liaison to the Maryland State Bar Association. Ben has also served on other committees of the Anne Arundel Bar Association. Ben is a member of the Maryland State Bar Association Ethics Committee. Ben is also engaged in the community at large, as he serves as a Board member of a non-profit organization and is otherwise involved in civic and philanthropic activities.
Alma mater: University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law Legal specialty: Civil Litigation/Business Law The firm says: Ms. Borgerson joined Kagan Stern and began her career in private practice in 2014, after clerking for the Honorable Clayton Greene on the Maryland Court of Appeals. In her nearly seven years with the firm, she has steadfastly demonstrated the ability to handle the firm’s most complex civil litigation and to quickly garner the trust and confidence of the firm’s clients. Ms. Borgerson also routinely serves as outside counsel to the firm’s business clients with little-to-no oversight needed. In her relatively short time in private practice, Ms. Borgerson has already established herself as the type of reliable, competent, and successful attorney our clients need, as demonstrated by her selection in 2020 as a “Rising Star” by Maryland Super Lawyers.
Alma mater: Michigan State University College of Law Legal specialty: Family Law The firm says: Shelby is a smart, conscientious young attorney who is in the early stages of her career and focuses her practice in the area of Family Law. She is a strong advocate for her clients. She quickly identifies issues and works hard to resolve them. Shelby is also an effective legal writer. She is active with the Maryland Hispanic Bar Association, as an interviewer/evaluator of candidates who are seeking judicial appointments across the State of Maryland. In May 2019, Shelby graduated, with honors, from Michigan State University College of Law. She is an important part of our law firm and we are lucky to have her.
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