Tamar (Tammy) Begun is an experienced, passionate, and aggressive Maryland family law attorney. She practices in the courts throughout the State of Maryland, with a large concentration in Montgomery County, Frederick, and Prince George’s County. It is undisputed that no matter where she shows up, Tammy is ready to battle for her clients, and that they have a strong, dedicated advocate on their side. Tammy brings her considerable experience, compassion, and commitment to each case she takes on. Coupled with her advocacy and litigation skills, along with her experience in negotiation and mediation, Tammy instills confidence in her clients – all while maintaining her steady sense of humor. Tammy approaches each case as unique and helps her clients find the right solutions through the difficult and confusing maze of Family Law. She understands that nothing is more important than children and that people are at their most vulnerable when going through a separation, divorce, or custody battle. She is an extensive negotiator who believes that it is always better to settle out of court. However, if litigation is necessary, she’s the one you want on your side. Tammy handles a variety of cases including, but not limited to, divorce, separation, pre- and postnuptial agreements, complex and emotional child custody and modification matters, alimony, marital property and support issues, and child support cases. When going through a divorce or custody case, you want not only a strong advocate on your side, but an honest one. Tammy is the attorney you want in your corner. An accomplished litigator in the State of Maryland, Tammy is trained in collaborative law and holds a number of certifications as a: Mediator, with special certifications in both child custody and marital property matters Best Interest Attorney for minor children Parenting coordinator Tammy began her legal career by clerking for the Honorable L. Leonard Ruben, in the Circuit Court for Montgomery County and her practice is still centered across the street from the Circuit Court for Montgomery County. Now, Tammy is a Member of the Montgomery County Bar Association, the Frederick County Bar Association, and the Maryland State Bar Association. She is also State and federally licensed in Maryland and in the District of Columbia, and is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States. She has over 20 years’ experience in the legal profession, and was awarded a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Maryland. She also received her Juris Doctorate from The Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law. No matter the circumstances, Tammy works tirelessly on behalf of her clients, and while she can’t promise results, you will not have a stronger advocate on your side.

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.

Kush Arora focuses his practice on criminal defense work in the Maryland District and Circuit Courts. He blends a detail-oriented approach with a focus on keeping his clients well informed and happy with the state of their defense. Facing a criminal charge is a trying time, and Kush will do everything he can to not only fight the charge but make the process as easy on his clients as he possibly can. Looking for an attorney to represent you in a criminal case is a stressful task, compounded by the stress of facing criminal charges or, in some unfortunate instances, being in jail. We believe that looking for “the best criminal lawyer in Maryland” is the wrong way to look for a lawyer. Instead, we sincerely believe you should search for the best Maryland criminal attorney for your case and your goals. There are many qualified attorneys in Maryland, but the strongest attorney-client relationships are built on trust and understanding. Furthermore, criminal cases can differ greatly depending on the charges you are facing and the jurisdiction you are facing them in. It is important to look for experienced criminal defense attorneys, and then to consult with them to make sure they are the best fit for you. You will want an attorney who is responsive, straight-forward, and who understands what you want. This is a difficult time, and you will want a partner and an advocate you work closely with. Like every state in the United States, Maryland has some laws that are specific only to itself; meaning that to be a successful lawyer in the State of Maryland one must have intimate knowledge of the laws and the way that the State’s prosecution chooses to implement them. Kush has experience representing clients in Maryland and he knows how to build a successful defense strategy. That could mean taking the case to trial or perhaps settling for the best plea agreement that can be negotiated. Regardless of the situation, Kush will fight tirelessly to obtain the best possible result for each of his clients. When you are trying to find a lawyer that can help you build a successful defense against the charges you face, find one that you can trust both as an attorney and as a person. Kush is that attorney. Contact him today for a free consultation or for more information about The Kush Arora Advantage and the services he can provide.

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.

Mr. Lipshutz is responsible for managing the firm’s personal injury and catastrophic injury practice. He has been enormously successful in representing victims of car accidents, truck accidents, nursing home abuse and defective products, having recovered millions of dollars in jury verdicts and settlements for the firm’s clients. He also handles a select number of business litigation and employment matters. Upon entering private practice in 1994, Mr. Lipshutz worked as an attorney for a law firm handling insurance defense matters giving him unique insight and experience into the handling of personal injury matters from both the defendant’s and plaintiff’s perspectives. Since 1998 Mr. Lipshutz who is admitted in Maryland, DC, and Florida has handled cases exclusively for the injured victims in personal injury matters. Since 2010, Mr. Lipshutz has been given the highest possible rating in the Martindale Hubbell Lawyers Directory – “AV” signifying very high to pre-eminent legal ability and very high ethical standards as established by confidential opinions from members of the Bar. Mr. Lipshutz has been selected as a “Super Lawyer” from 2008 – 2022. Super Lawyers selects attorneys using peer nominations and evaluations along with independent research.

Geoff Witherspoon, II is a Family Law Attorney in the Washington, DC office of Price Benowitz LLP. He provides thoughtful, client-centered representation in a wide range of family law matters, helping individuals and families navigate emotionally complex situations with empathy, respect, and practical guidance. Geoff approaches family law with empathy and a focus on problem-solving. He believes in fostering open communication and helping clients make informed, realistic decisions that serve their long-term well-being. Dedicated to supporting diverse communities, Geoff takes particular pride in representing Black and LGBTQ+ individuals and families, ensuring that every client feels understood and respected.

Jeff Stickle comes to Price Benowitz with over 20 years of experience in handling workers’ compensation and personal injury matters in Maryland and D.C., recovering millions of dollars for his clients. Jeff takes particular pride in his representation of police and fire personnel injured on the job, as well as his handling of workplace mental health injuries. In keeping with his public safety work, Jeff is a volunteer General Counsel to the Rockville Volunteer Fire Department. He is currently the Chair of the Bar Association for Montgomery County’s Workers’ Compensation section and is a member of the Maryland Association for Justice. A native New Yorker, Jeff earned a B.A. in history from Binghamton University and a J.D. from the University of Maryland School of Law. While in law school, he was Articles Editor for the Journal of Health Care Law and Policy and earned a certificate from the school’s Health Law program. Following law school, he clerked for the Hon. Marvin Kaminetz in the Circuit Court for St. Mary’s County, Maryland. Outside of work, Jeff lives in Montgomery County and enjoys spending time with his wife and two children. He is a fan of the Ravens and O’s and is an avid home cook.

Welcome to our law firm website. Ferguson & Wilpon was founded in 2001. We are a general practice law firm in Olney, Maryland, a suburb of Washington, D. C. located about half way between our nation’s capitol and Baltimore, Maryland. Many of our clients are businesses located in or individuals who live or work in the greater Olney community, which includes the town of Olney itself and the surrounding areas of Ashton, Brookeville, Cloverly, Derwood, Gaithersburg, Laytonsville, Leisure World, Rockville, Sandy Spring, Silver Spring, and Wheaton. All of our attorneys live in Olney. Thus, we have developed a reputation as Olney’s hometown law firm. Although we like our reputation as Olney’s hometown law firm, our client base is much larger than just the Olney area. The firm represents clients throughout the State of Maryland, and in particular, between the cities of Washingon, D.C. and Baltimore, Md. This includes the city of Columbia and the surrounding Maryland counties of Montgomery, Howard, Prince George’s, Baltimore, Anne Arundel, Carroll and Frederick.

Keith graduated from SUNY Binghamton in 1989 with a B.A. in Political Science. Keith obtained his J.D. from American University, The Washington College of Law in 1992. Keith was admitted to practice in the State of Maryland in 1992 and the District of Columbia in 1993. In addition to being admitted to practice before the local courts in the State of Maryland and the District of Columbia, Keith is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the District of Maryland, the United States Circuit Court for the Fourth Circuit, the United States District Court for the District of Columbia and the United States Circuit Court for the District of Columbia.