Steven D. Silverman | Managing Partner

Steven D. Silverman

Steven D. Silverman

Managing Partner, Silverman Thompson

Litigation, Class Action, Criminal, White Collar Crime, Wrongful Death, Appellate / Civil Appeals, General Civil Litigation, Sports & Entertainment Law, Victim's Rights

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Experience: 53 years
Language(s): English

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Main Office

400 E. Pratt St.
Suite 900
Baltimore, MD 21202

Office Hours

Saturday - SundayClosed
Monday - Thursday8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Other Locations

Annapolis Office:
191 Main St., #205
Annapolis, MD 21401
Phone: 410-385-2225
Fax: 410-547-2432

Towson Office:
1 W. Pennsylvania Ave., #905
Towson, MD 21204
Phone: 410-494-7100
Fax: 410-547-2432

Washington, D.C. Office:
1750 H Street, NW, Suite 360
Washington DC 20006
Phone: 202-921-2225
Fax: 410-547-2432

Silverman Thompson

About Steven

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.

To learn more about our costs and fees, please contact us to schedule an initial consultation at 800-385-2243.

Admission

Verified Maryland

1973

Education

University of Baltimore School of Law

J.D.

Recognitions & Achievements

Associations
  • Maryland State Bar Association
  • Baltimore City Bar Association
  • Maryland Criminal Defense Attorney Bar Association
Honors / Awards
  • Maryland Super Lawyers Magazine cover story
    2024
  • Elite Lawyer
    2026
  • The Best Lawyers in America Criminal Defense: General Practice, Criminal Defense: White Collar, and Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Plaintiffs
    2024-2026
  • Maryland Super Lawyers
    2007-2026
  • Top Lawyers, Baltimore Magazine
    2026
  • Avvo rating: "Perfect 10: Superb,"
    2024
  • US News and World Report: Best Lawyers
    2022-2024
  • Top 100 Trial Lawyers in the State of Maryland, American Association of Trial Lawyers
    2007-2024
  • Named as one of the top 10 criminal defense attorneys in the Northeast by Avvo
  • The Daily Record's Criminal Law Power List
    2022
  • Fellow, the Litigation Counsel of America
    2009-2019
  • Dean's Award, University of Baltimore Law School
    2017
  • "50 Most Influential Marylander" by The Daily Record
    2015
  • Maryland Governor's Citation for Service to the Judiciary
    2014
  • Appointed to Commission on Judicial Disabilities (4-year term) , Re-Appointed in (4-year term)
    2005 / 2009
  • Top 100 Lawyers in the Northeast, Arrive Magazine
    2012
  • Appointed to serve on Attorney General Douglas F. Gansler's Transition Committee
    2006

Silverman Thompson Highlights

Administrative Law, Litigation, Criminal, DUI-DWI, Personal Injury, Appeals – State & Federal, Baltimore City Liquor Board Processes, Business Counseling, Transactions, Complex Civil Litigation, Divorce, Estates, Trusts, Probate & Fiduciary Litigation, Family Law, Federal Crimes & White Collar Crimes, Legal Malpractice, Medical Malpractice, Real Estate, Sports, Entertainment & Gaming Law, Tax Controversy Litigation, Victims' Rights

Firm Size: 25 - 50 Attorneys
Firm Locations: 1
Languages: English

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