Jill A. Kolodner received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Washington University in St. Louis in 1987, and her Juris Doctor from the University of Baltimore School of Law in 1990. She is admitted to practice in Maryland, the District of Columbia, the U.S. District Court of Maryland, and the U.S. Court of Appeals, 4th Circuit. She is a member of the Maryland State Bar Association and the Maryland Association of Justice and has been a speaker at a bankruptcy bar seminar. Ms. Kolodner is an Elected Director on the Sinai Hospital Board. With more than 30 years of law experience at WGK Personal Injury Lawyers, she brings a wealth of knowledge representing clients in matters of workers’ compensation, personal injury, and personal bankruptcy. Ms. Kolodner was drawn to the practice of law not only because it is a family business, but because of a commitment to help protect people instilled at a young age. Ms. Kolodner combines zealous advocacy with compassion for her clients. She understands the concerns faced by her clients and works to enforce their rights and protect their interests through communication and personalized service.

Issac Klein has been serving the citizens of Maryland since opening his practice in 1982. He has been featured in front-page news stories for representing individuals facing serious criminal charges and life sentences. Known by judges, police officers, his colleagues, and clients as “an extremely aggressive lawyer who stops at nothing to fight for his clients”, he has helped acquit clients accused of murder, rape, soliciting minors, battery, drug charges, and many others. He has also gained a reputation for winning major settlements in his personal injury cases. Traffic law, including DUI, DWI, and traffic violations, are also an area where Isaac is known as an expert. Any of his past clients will tell you that “you need Isaac to defend you!”

I like what we have built here at Brown | Gould | Kiely, LLP. We are a family of lawyers that enjoys rolling up our sleeves and doing quality work for our clients. I like coming into the office every day because I enjoy the people here. They challenge me to be a better lawyer. Before forming Brown | Gould | Kiely, LLP, I worked at a firm in Washington, D.C. litigating commercial cases in the courts of the District of Columbia and Maryland; and prior to that I worked at one of South Florida’s premiere asbestos litigation firms. Over the course of more than twenty years, I have continued to represent individuals and businesses in state and federal courts. I have tried cases in Washington, D.C., Maryland, Florida and West Virginia, and have represented my clients’ interests in the courts of Virginia and Delaware. I have prosecuted numerous severe injury claims and wrongful death suits and have litigated hundreds of claims representing victims of asbestos exposure. I am proud to have served as co-counsel in what is believed to be the largest individual asbestos settlement in the District of Columbia, and to have obtained tens of millions of dollars in awards and settlements for our clients. I also routinely represent business clients in commercial disputes including breach of contract cases, brokerage disputes, and litigation involving real estate. Business cases occasionally require arbitration, and I have many years of experience in the arbitration of claims under both the American Arbitration Association guidelines and JAMS rules. I am honored to have received Martindale-Hubbell’s AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating, an objective rating that indicates my peers rank me at the highest level of ethical and professional excellence. I previously served on the Board of Directors of the Gift of Life Bone Marrow Foundation and served as Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, National Capital Area. My wife and I have lived in Bethesda for more than 20 years, and our children attended the local public schools. When we are not spending time enjoying our immediate community, we love to travel and explore.

Mr. Roper firmly believes in the diverse skill set he offers his clients: a compassionate and caring attorney attentive to each detail of his client’s case while at the same time an aggressive litigator who is not afraid to take the gloves off to fight for the rights of his clients. Mr. Roper prides himself on providing the best representation to every one of his clients and works tirelessly to vigorously protect and maximize their interests. Driven to make the law work to his client’s advantage, he has successfully completed the rigorous National Institute of Trial Advocacy Trial Skills Program in Boulder, Colorado. Mr. Roper has also participated in the National Legal Aid Defenders Association National Law Conference in Chicago, Illinois and the Stalking Resource Center National Law Conference in St. Louis, Missouri. Prior to becoming owner and partner of Roper & DiBlasio, LLC, Mr. Roper was employed as an attorney with Staiti & DiBlasio, LLP. Mr. Roper has also served as a Staff Attorney for the Sexual Assault/Spousal Abuse Resource Center Legal Services Program where he fought for vulnerable victims. Mr. Roper also served as Judicial Law Clerk for the Honorable Stephen M. Waldron, the senior trial Judge on the Circuit Court for Harford County, and interned for the Honorable Clayton Greene, Jr. for the Court of Appeals of Maryland in Annapolis. Mr. Roper has also worked for the Law Offices of Bruce A. Johnson, Jr., LLC, the Law Office of Patricia Cleary, LLC, and interned with the Public Defender’s Office of Baltimore County.

My name is Ben Evan and I founded this firm on a commitment to set the standard for personal injury and criminal defense in Maryland. When you need an experienced attorney to make sure you get the highest compensation for your injuries or to protect your freedom, no one will fight more aggressively on your behalf than us. With years of experience handling personal injury claims, defending people charged with crimes throughout Maryland, and as a former state prosecutor, I have the tools to get the best results and secure your justice. My firm has an extensive and intricate understanding of personal injury claims from auto accidents and slip and falls to catastrophic injuries; and criminal defense from DUIs and drug crimes to murder. When you need to be sure that you are getting the very best legal representation trust the experts at the Law Office of Ben Evan to get the best results for you. To find out about our flexible and affordable payment options or to receive a free consultation, please contact us today.

William A. Simmons received his J.D. from the George Mason University School of Law in 1982 and received his undergraduate education at Randolph-Macon College, graduating with a B.A. in History in 1977. He is admitted to practice in Maryland and the District of Columbia. Mr. Simmons' practice is concentrated in criminal defense and civil litigation. Mr. Simmons has an extensive background in handling and trying felony and misdemeanor cases and civil cases. Over the past thirty years, Mr. Simmons has successfully defended individuals charged with serious offenses that, if found guilty, would have exposed the client to substantial periods of incarceration. Mr. Simmons has defended serious traffic offenses, including, drunk driving, reckless driving, driving while suspended, and driving without a license. In the civil arena, Mr. Simmons has collected monies for victims of negligence, including automobile accidents, slip and falls and workplace-related injuries. Mr. Simmons has attained very successful results through both negotiation and trial. Please contact Mr. Simmons to speak with him by telephone or schedule an initial consultation, for no charge, regarding any criminal matter or case involving negligence. After discussing the facts and history of your case, Mr. Simmons will provide an honest assessment of the merits of your matter. Mr. Simmons goal is to provide exceptional representation at reasonable rates.

Michael Bereston has been in practice for the past 30 years, with extensive trial experience. Michael is a former Assistant Attorney General for the state of Maryland. He is a graduate of the Johns Hopkins University (B.A.) and the University of Baltimore Law School (J.D.). Michael has achieved the highest rating of 10 by AVVO, representing “superb” in the fields of birth injury and medical malpractice.

For Mr. Mattingly, there is nothing more satisfying than helping others in need. After obtaining his degree from Undergraduate Catholic University in 1984, he attended law school at the University of Maryland to further his education. After graduating from law school in 1987, he established his own practice, and has had the honor of providing you with top-rated legal services for the past 25 years.

Nate is a civil trial attorney who handles cases in Maryland State District and Circuit Court, as well as in Federal Court. His practice areas include plaintiff’s personal injury, professional malpractice, business disputes, construction disputes, divorce and custody, and estate and probate litigation. Nate strives to provide his clients with a common-sense approach in order to reach effective resolutions to their issues. Prior to establishing Mann & Risch, Nate practiced at a well-respected civil defense firm in Maryland. As a result, he gained valuable and extensive experience working for and against insurance companies, which is an incredible asset to you if you have suffered an injury or property damage. This broad background as a trial lawyer provided Nate with the skills and experience to help you achieve the goals you want and deserve.

Joseph K. Githuku works with injured victims and their families across several types of personal injury cases. Injuries caused by the negligent or reckless acts of others may occur on the roadways, at work or while you receive medical treatment. As your Maryland personal injury attorney, I am prepared to fight on your behalf in order to ensure fair compensation for your injuries and losses, financial and emotional.