Marla Zide’s interest in the law began at a young age, inspired by her father’s work as an attorney. A native of New England, she moved to Maryland in 1993 to attend Goucher College, earning a degree in psychology with a minor in Women’s Studies. She later graduated from the University of Baltimore School of Law in 2001, focusing her studies on family law. During law school, she gained valuable experience through the Family Law Clinic and her work with the Maryland Legal Service Network, where she helped expand access to legal resources across the state. Since her admission to the Maryland Bar in 2001, Ms. Zide has dedicated her practice to guiding clients through family law matters, including divorce, custody, visitation, support, and adoption. She has represented parents, grandparents, and children in Anne Arundel County and throughout Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Howard County, Harford County, and Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Known for her compassionate approach, she strives to provide clear guidance and strong advocacy during times of uncertainty and stress. Marla Zide’s professional achievements have earned her recognition as a “Super Lawyer” in Family Law from 2013 to 2025 and inclusion among the “Top 50 Women Attorneys in Maryland” for multiple years. She remains active in the legal community through her involvement with the Maryland State Bar Association, the Women’s Bar Association, and the Anne Arundel County Bar Association. To speak with Ms. Zide about your family law concerns, call 410-760-9433 to schedule a consultation or complete our online contact form.

Attorney Steven Silverman is the managing partner of Silverman Thompson and a distinguished trial lawyer with more than 30 years of litigation experience in federal and state courts. Since 1991, he has represented thousands of clients in criminal defense, complex civil litigation, appeals, class actions, sports law, victims’ rights, and wrongful death matters throughout Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic region. Known for his exceptional courtroom skill and negotiation abilities, Mr. Silverman has handled numerous high-profile cases and national litigation matters, earning recognition from The Best Lawyers in America, Maryland Super Lawyers, Elite Lawyer, and the American Association of Trial Lawyers as one of Maryland’s Top 100 Trial Lawyers. His cases and legal analysis have also been featured by major media outlets, including 60 Minutes, Face the Nation, The Today Show, Good Morning America, ESPN SportsCenter, The Washington Post, and The Baltimore Sun. To schedule an initial consultation with the Maryland Litigation Lawyer, call 800-385-2243 or fill out a form online.

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.