Joe Mallon is the managing partner of the firm with over 25 years of successfully litigating personal injury and employment cases in federal and state courts throughout the region. During this time, he had distinguished himself as one of Maryland's leading trial attorneys. He has been lead counsel in more than 70 civil trials before juries and judges in Maryland and the District of Columbia. He has achieved numerous large jury verdicts and settlements in state and federal courts in cases that are highly complex and often high profile. He is known for his thorough representation of clients, as evidenced by his remarkable courtroom victories. Described by The Baltimore Sun as advancing “precise legal arguments,” and by a federal judge as obtaining “extraordinary results,” Mr. Mallon has obtained many multi-million dollar results for his clients. The breadth of his practice includes cases of local and national importance. Based on his professional achievement, Mr. Mallon has been voted by his peers as a Super Lawyer in general civil litigation from 2009-2018. Mr. Mallon is a past leader of the J. Dudley Digges Inn of Court. He has frequently been invited to lecture at legal seminars for professional associations. Mr. Mallon previously served as Co-Chair of the American Bar Association, Litigation Section’s Standing Committee on Solo and Small Firms.

Mark Herman is one of the top personal injury attorneys in Baltimore, MD. with over ver 55 years of experience in personal injury law. As one of the associates at William G. Kolodner P.A, He represents people with very complex personal injury cases, which is why he tends to enlist some of the best experts in the field to help with his cases.

Louis G. Close, III is an experienced attorney who has been practicing law for more than 35 years. He concentrates on providing the highest quality of representation to individuals who have been harmed as a result of medical negligence, products liability and catastrophic personal injury. Mr. Close has been awarded the highest rating “AV” by Martindale-Hubbell. This rating is determined as a result of an extensive and confidential peer review by other members of the Bar (other attorneys and judges). This “AV” rating identifies Mr. Close as a lawyer with very high to pre-eminent legal ability and is a reflection of his experience, integrity, and overall professional excellence. Mr. Close is a 1982 graduate of Washington & Lee University and in 1986 he received his J.D. degree from the University of Baltimore School of Law. Mr. Close is a member of the Maryland State Bar Association, the American Bar Association, as well as the Bar Association of Baltimore City and the Baltimore County Bar Association. He is also a member of the American Association for Justice; and the Maryland Association for Justice. Mr. Close is included in the list of Maryland Super Lawyers for more than a decade. In addition to being licensed to practice law in Maryland and the District of Columbia, Mr. Close is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland and the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. Mr. Close has represented clients in many different trial court venues throughout the State of Maryland, the Court of Special Appeals of Maryland, as well as federal courts in Maryland, the District of Columbia and Pennsylvania. Over his career, Mr. Close has successfully handled many complex and serious cases and has received millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements on behalf of his clients.

I have practiced law since December 1995, in most areas of civil litigation. I am a proud graduate of Towson University and University of Baltimore School of Law. I live in Howard County and my office is in Baltimore County, but I represent clients in every jurisdiction in Maryland. I received an award for providing 20 years of pro bono services to indigent clients. I have clients I have known for almost 20 years, who still come back to me and refer their friends and family to me. Contact me if you have a legal issue. There is no fee for the initial consultation.

Suzanne is a Maryland native who has dedicated her legal career to fighting for victims of negligence, primarily focusing on car, truck, motorcycle and pedestrian accidents, serious premises liability, catastrophic injuries, sexual abuse, and nursing home abuse and neglect cases. Throughout her legal career, Suzanne has garnered recognition for her exceptional professional achievements and dedication to community service. In 2023, she was recognized among The Daily Record’s “Top 100 Women”, an honor shared by high-achieving women who make significant contributions through their leadership, mentorship, and community involvement. Prior to that, in 2019, she was celebrated as a “Leading Women” honoree by the same publication, a distinguished award given to women aged 40 or younger acknowledging significant career accomplishments alongside a demonstrated commitment to inspiring change in their communities. In 2012, only two years into practicing as a personal injury attorney, Suzanne received the prestigious “20 in their Twenties” award from The Maryland Daily Record, recognizing her outstanding professional achievements and community service. Suzanne has been recognized annually as a Maryland Super Lawyer since 2025 and prior to that was recognized every year from 2013 to 2024 by Super Lawyers with the distinction of being ‘A Rising Star’ in the Maryland and Washington D.C. legal communities. Suzanne is actively involved in many legal and community organizations, including Anne Arundel County Bar Association (AABA) where she is the President for 2024-2025, has been on their Board of Trustees for over a decade, and has held various positions including Community Services Chair, Social Programs Chair and Chair of the New Lawyers Committee. She was honored with the AABA President’s Award in 2018 for her outstanding efforts that year to raise money for veterans. Additionally, she serves on the Board of Directors for the Maryland State Bar Association (MSBA) and is an active member of the Prince George’s County Bar Association (PGCBA) as well as the Society for Women Trial Lawyers. Suzanne actively collaborates with other Maryland trial lawyers through her involvement with the Maryland Association for Justice (MAJ) where she is also a Board member. She has been the co-chair of the Women’s Caucus for the last three years and serves on the board of the Political Action Committee (PAC). Notably, Suzanne plays a vital role in spearheading fundraising initiatives that support candidates dedicated to safeguarding our civil justice system and advocating for victims of negligence. Suzanne is not only a leader in the legal arena, but also in her community. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Maryland Hall for Creative Arts and has been a long-time supporter, previously being a founding member of the Young Patrons for Maryland Hall. She was formerly a Baltimore City Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for children in the foster care system and is a consistent supporter of Anne Arundel County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA). In her personal life, Suzanne resides in Edgewater with her family — law partner and husband, Andrew Burnett, and their three young children and rescue dog, Koco. They enjoy traveling, being outside, and spending time supporting their kids in their various activities.

Attorney Kari Fawcett brings more than 25 years of legal experience to clients throughout Maryland who have suffered injuries due to another party’s negligence. Recognizing the complexities of the legal system, she emphasizes clear communication so clients fully understand their options. By carefully selecting the cases she takes on, Attorney Fawcett devotes the necessary time and attention to secure fair and comprehensive results. Her practice also includes dedicated representation in a variety of family law matters, ranging from divorce cases involving substantial assets to contested child custody disputes. The Law Office of Kari H. Fawcett can assist in matters of divorce, family law and personal injury law in Bowie, MD. Call 301-262-5500 or complete our contact form for a consultation.

Jason Kisner is the founder of Kisner Law, a personal injury and workers' compensation firm serving clients in Maryland and Washington, D.C. Raised in a blue-collar family and having worked for a railroad company before becoming an attorney, Jason understands the struggles faced by working people. He brings this perspective into his practice, offering both compassionate guidance and strong advocacy for those recovering from serious injuries. With degrees from Villanova University, West Virginia University, Florida Coastal School of Law, and The George Washington University Law School, Jason has built a career grounded in knowledge and dedication. His early work in insurance defense provided insight into the tactics companies use to deny or minimize claims, experience that now fuels his commitment to standing up for injury victims. He has tried more than 500 district court cases and over 75 jury trials, taking on corporations and insurers with determination and skill. At Kisner Law, Jason leads a team focused on achieving results while treating every client with care and respect. If you or a loved one has been injured, call Kisner Law today at 240-459-0097 or fill out our contact form to discuss your case and learn how Jason can fight for the compensation you deserve.

“From the time I started the practice of law in 1997, I have approached each client’s personal injury case with the mindset of leaving no stone unturned. Thorough preparation, tenacious advocacy, and an unwavering commitment to achieving justice and fair compensation for all of my clients have been the keys to my success. I am also proud to be one player on a team of dedicated trial lawyers who have earned a reputation for excellence in the courtroom.” David J. Martin began his career at MRR as a law clerk in the litigation department, and later became an associate where he quickly gained courtroom experience under the guidance and mentorship provided by Joseph B. Chazen and Paul A. Turkheimer. Early in his career, David was often retained by insurance companies to defend their insureds against claims of personal injury. Through that experience, and numerous jury trials, David learned valuable lessons from the defense of injury claims that have now provided perspective and experience to assist innocent injured victims of motor vehicle accidents, construction accidents, and medical malpractice. Before the age of 40, David was elected Principal at MRR, and obtained several significant settlements and verdicts for his clients, highlighted by a 6.1 million dollar jury verdict in a wrongful death medical malpractice case. David’s practice is now devoted exclusively to the representation of individuals and their families who have suffered serious personal injuries and death caused by the negligence of others. David has successfully resolved hundreds of cases and has recovered millions for his clients who have suffered injuries caused by medical errors, construction failures, motor vehicle collisions, dog bites, hazardous conditions, and food poisoning. In his free time, David enjoys cooking for friends and family, music, and travel. David also enjoys skiing, as well as competing in Olympic distance triathlons and running events.

Lonnie Greenblatt has represented thousands of clients for over 38 years in personal injury cases due to the negligence of others. Based on his experience, he formed the partnership with Elnur Veliev to create Greenblatt & Veliev, LLC, in order to expand his help and service to more people in the Metro area. His own work has been recognized in the Super Lawyers list for Maryland for three years in a row from 2020 – 2022 as one of no more than the top 5% of all attorneys in Maryland over 70 practice areas. He was chosen for the area of plaintiff’s personal injury litigation, which continues to confirm his pursuit and passion for his personal injury clients. Lonnie is a member of the Maryland, Pennsylvania and District of Columbia bars. Presently, he serves as an adjunct associate professor at the University of Maryland, University College, where he has taught for approximately 25 years. He has also taught at Montgomery College in Rockville, Maryland. He graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park in 1979 and graduated from the Delaware Law School in 1982. In 1988, Lonnie received a Master of Laws (LLM) degree from the George Washington University Law School.

Mallon Snyder has dedicated over 40 years to assisting clients and their families as an attorney. Throughout his career, he has supported not only his clients but also their children and grandchildren. Mr. Snyder pursued a legal education with the intention of actively advocating for his clients, rather than accepting guilty pleas without thorough representation. His entire staff is committed to demonstrating genuine care for their clients, fostering lifelong relationships that lead to referrals from family, friends, and coworkers. Additionally, Mr. Snyder's team maintains strong connections with other attorneys and law firms, consistently receiving client referrals over the years. Attorney Mallon Snyder serves clients in Maryland, the District of Columbia, and eleven other Maryland counties, bringing over four decades of experience to his practice. He has conducted hundreds of jury trials and handled thousands of District Court cases. Mr. Snyder is a former President of both the Montgomery County Bar Association and the Montgomery County Bar Foundation. He also served on the Board of Governors for the Maryland State Bar Association for two years. Currently, he is a member of the District of Columbia Bar Association, the Montgomery County Bar Association, and the Maryland State Bar Association. During law school, Mr. Snyder interned with the Baltimore City State's Attorney's Office, where he participated in criminal jury trials involving cases of assault, forgery and uttering, and rape. He also managed criminal proceedings related to child abuse and CINA cases in juvenile court. As a former executive committee member of the Montgomery County Bar Association, he established the Recent Practitioners section. Mr. Snyder has been a guest speaker at the University of Maryland and CASA of Maryland and serves as a mentor to many new attorneys.