The California Lawyer selected a class action case that challenged certain fee increases at the University of California as a breach of contract for a 2013 CLAY Award. The court’s award of $48.5 million to nearly 3,000 former students was affirmed on appeal in 2012. Andy Freeman served as co-counsel.
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The Maryland Board of Public Works decided to obey a federal judge’s order to pay attorneys’ fees stemming from a challenge to a state policy that limited First Amendment-protected activities at transit stops – a constitutional victory.
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Civil rights lawyers say they will take any steps necessary, including garnishing the property of the state or certain state officials, after the Maryland Board of Public Works refused to honor a federal court order to pay their attorneys’ fees in a voter-registration case. The attorneys’ fee order stems from the settlement of a 5-year-old civil rights lawsuit over a Maryland Transit Administration regulation that prevented voter registration at bus and train stations.
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Joshua Treem, a well-known criminal defense attorney, has joined the firm as partner. He has represented individual and corporate clients in a broad spectrum of legal matters and appears frequently in state and federal courts in cases involving every facet of criminal investigations and prosecutions.
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Emily Levenson Associate Profile Emily Levenson joined Brown, Goldstein & Levy in November 2012. Her practice focuses on representing clients in criminal matters in federal and state courts from the onset of prosecution through trial, appeal, and post-conviction matters, as well as in civil cases involving disability rights, education, and business litigation. She also has
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Joshua Treem Partner Profile Joshua Treem represents individual and corporate clients in a broad spectrum of legal matters. He appears frequently in state and federal courts across Maryland and neighboring jurisdictions in cases involving every facet of criminal investigations and prosecutions. He is particularly well known for his aggressive representation of individuals, including public officials,
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LGBT Legal 101, a lunch seminar, will be offered at the offices of Brown, Goldstein & Levy on Tuesday, December 4, 2012 from 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
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Family law attorneys in Maryland predict that the passage of a referendum legalizing same-sex marriage in the state earlier this month will be a boon to business, but are proceeding with caution as they navigate previously uncharted legal territory. Dana McKee quoted.
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Matthias Niska Associate Profile Matthias Niska joined Brown, Goldstein & Levy in November 2012. During law school, Matthias externed with the Honorable Tanya M. Bransford on the Hennepin County District Court, where he conducted legal research and wrote bench memoranda and research memoranda. He also served as a director for the University of Minnesota Law
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Melvin J. Sykes, C. Christopher Brown, Andrew D. Levy & Gregory P. Care were selected to write the chapter on the Insider’s Guide to the Maryland Appellate Courts, which appears in the ABA’s Appellate Practice Compendium.
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Rebecca Rodgers Fellow Profile Rebecca Rodgers joined Brown Goldstein & Levy as a Disability Rights Fellow in August 2012. Her practice focuses on disability rights litigation, particularly in cases challenging the use of inaccessible technology in educational and employment settings. Prior to joining the firm, Rebecca worked as a Law Fellow at the D.C. Volunteer
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We are proud to announce that five Brown, Goldstein & Levy attorneys were recognized in the 2013 edition of Best Lawyers in America. Two of the five are among a distinguished group of attorneys who have been listed in Best Lawyers for ten years or longer and one of these is listed in five categories.
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Guardianship Attorneys at Brown, Goldstein & Levy represent parties involved in guardianship proceedings, whether as petitioners, interested parties, or as court-appointed counsel. Our firm is well-versed in all aspects of guardianship law and effectively advises and represents clients who find themselves involved in these matters. Sharon Krevor-Weisbaum Print
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Rights When lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals experience discrimination, Brown, Goldstein & Levy attorneys draw on decades of experience in civil rights cases, including extensive experience on behalf of LGBT clients. As far back as 1998, BGL succeeded in establishing that Maryland’s sodomy statute could not be applied to
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Appeals Several of the preeminent appellate lawyers in Maryland practice at Brown, Goldstein & Levy. Mel Sykes is widely regarded as the dean of the Maryland appellate bar. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Appellate Lawyers and is one of just two lawyers chosen as Maryland “Super Lawyers” for appeals in each
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Business Disputes When more than two dozen banks represented by over a dozen top law firms from throughout the country faced a critical hearing involving billions of dollars in the Court of Federal Claims, they chose three lawyers for oral argument: a partner from a large national law firm, Harvard Professor Lawrence Tribe, and Dan
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Defense of Professional Licenses A professional whose license is at risk requires knowledgeable, energetic, and discrete representation. Brown, Goldstein & Levy is proud that so many professionals have turned to us to protect their livelihood and professional reputation. The firm has represented lawyers facing disbarment; dentists and physicians subject to disciplinary action for allegations of
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Disability Rights People with disabilities continue to face many barriers to information, technology, housing, education, employment, and transportation. The attorneys at Brown, Goldstein & Levy take pride in our high-profile, high-impact disability rights cases and our assistance as representatives for individuals with disabilities and their families. Brown, Goldstein & Levy became involved in the field
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Election Law State and federal law governing the conduct of elections is complex and fraught with the potential for costly and very public mistakes. The need for answers often arises under circumstances requiring quick and decisive action. Brown, Goldstein & Levy is one of the few law firms in Maryland with practical experience in election
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Employment Law The attorneys at Brown, Goldstein & Levy promote fairness, justice, and harmony in the workplace. We pride ourselves on devising creative and practical solutions to workplace issues. We also pride ourselves on our effective and tenacious representation when negotiated solutions are not possible. Whether you are a top executive or an hourly wage
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Health Care Brown, Goldstein & Levy counsels a wide variety of health care organizations, helping them to navigate the complexities inherent in the heavily regulated health care industry. We represent community-based mental health and addiction service providers, organizations that provide housing and support services to individuals with developmental disabilities, senior care providers (including nursing homes
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Mediation Nearly all litigation today must at some point go through the mediation process. This involves a conference at which a neutral person – the mediator – strives to steer the adverse parties toward compromise. Brown, Goldstein & Levy has a long history of involvement with mediation, both as attorneys representing plaintiffs or defendants and
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Million-Dollar Cases Brown, Goldstein & Levy lawyers have achieved successful outcomes for their clients through skill, experience, and tenacity. Our main focus is our client and resolution of their issues. We have been recognized as among the Best Lawyers in America, Maryland’s Top 50 “Super Lawyers,” the Daily Record‘s Leaders in Law, Maryland’s Top 100 Women, as
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Public Interest Litigation For more than two decades, Brown, Goldstein & Levy has been recognized as Maryland’s leading private law firm for handling high impact, public interest cases. Our attorneys have handled these challenges in the Supreme Court and most of the federal appellate circuits, as well as in state courts around the country. The
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Special Education Our firm advocates on behalf of families to ensure that children with disabilities receive appropriate special education services. Our attorneys represent clients at Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, resolution conferences, and at due process hearings. Sharon Krevor-Weisbaum is a member of The Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates, Inc. (COPAA), an organization comprised
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Housing Discrimination Brown, Goldstein & Levy attorneys have won numerous precedent-setting fair housing cases, including leading cases regarding discrimination based on race and disability. The Washington Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights and Urban Affairs recognized the firm’s work with its “Outstanding Achievement Award in the Field of Fair Housing” after Andy Freeman and Chris Brown
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Laura Abelson Associate Profile Laura Abelson joined Brown, Goldstein & Levy in September 2010. Her litigation experience includes cases in disability law, criminal law, products liability, contract disputes, and employment issues. She also represents clients in administrative proceedings related to special education, denial of public benefits, and defense of professional licenses. Laura has participated in
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Chris Brown Partner Career Milestones Argued three cases before the U.S. Supreme Court Litigated series of Voting Rights Act lawsuits that brought the first African-American officeholders to many Maryland town and county councils Professor of Law, University of Maryland School of Law, 1975-2005, Emeritus 2006 to present Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers
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Greg Care Associate Profile Greg Care joined Brown, Goldstein & Levy in September 2008. His practice consists of a diverse array of civil litigation and appeals, including employment matters, personal torts, business disputes, and disability rights cases representing persons with disabilities facing barriers to physical accessibility and access to technology. In 2013, Greg was chosen
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Trevor Coe Associate Profile Trevor Coe joined Brown, Goldstein & Levy in August 2010. He focuses his practice on disability rights litigation, including securing appropriate accommodations in high-stakes tests, as well as business litigation, Randolph-Sheppard Act advocacy, and employee non-competition agreements. During law school, Trevor interned with the Honorable Brian Cogan on the U.S. District
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Joe Espo Partner Career Milestones Obtained the largest settlement the State of Maryland has ever paid to an individual, on behalf of a Baltimore City child abused while in foster care. Enjoined the State of Maryland from implementing an exemption to a residential lead-paint safety regulation that would have led to the poisoning of hundreds
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Andy Freeman Partner Career Milestones Maryland Trial Lawyer of the Year, 2000 National Law Journal “Top Wins of the Year,” 2000 Daily Record Leadership in Law Award, 2006 Maryland “Super Lawyer,” 2007-present Best Lawyers in America, 2012-present Profile Andy Freeman obtains justice for his clients. He has won numerous verdicts, judgments, and settlements of millions
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Dan Goldstein Partner Profile Dan Goldstein’s love of trial work has led to a wide-ranging practice that includes complex commercial matters, high-impact public interest litigation, personal injury, white collar criminal defense, and court appointments to represent defendants charged federally with death-eligible offenses. Dan’s business litigation has included defending a truck manufacturer in suits by disgruntled
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Sharon Krevor-Weisbaum Partner Profile Sharon Krevor-Weisbaum is a passionate and forceful legal representative for individuals with disabilities and their families who require services or supports from state or federal government and for those who require accommodations from employers or service providers. Sharon aggressively advocates for special education and support services for children and their families
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Andy Levy Partner Profile Andy Levy is widely regarded as one of Maryland’s premiere trial and appellate lawyers, equally comfortable in civil and criminal courtrooms, before jury, judge, or arbitrator. As one of a distinguished group of attorneys who have been listed in Best Lawyers in America for at least ten years, Andy has been
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Brooke Lierman Associate Profile Brooke Lierman joined Brown, Goldstein & Levy in September 2010. Her practice includes workers’ rights litigation, disability rights, civil litigation, and Randolph-Sheppard Act cases involving blind vendors. Brooke is also part of a team representing blind students in their quest for accessible technology at colleges and universities. Her pro bono activities
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Dana McKee Partner Profile Dana McKee handles all aspects of family law, which includes divorces, separation agreements, custody and child support disputes, and prenuptial agreements. She is a tough but fair negotiator who has successfully handled numerous mediations, trials, and appeals. Dana serves as a Court Ordered Settlement Conference Facilitator for the Family Division of
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Stu Simms Partner Career Milestones Secretary, Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, 1997-2003 Secretary, Maryland Department of Juvenile Services, 1995-1997 State’s Attorney for Baltimore City, 1990-1995 Assistant United States Attorney, 1978-1982 Contact Information 410.962.1030 x1310 sos@browngold.com vCard Print Profile With nearly 20 years experience as a trial lawyer and respected prosecutor, as well
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Mel Sykes Of Counsel Profile After many years as a solo practitioner sharing space with Brown, Goldstein & Levy, Mel Sykes decided to formalize his relationship with the firm in July 2008, when he became Of Counsel. The 2006 recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award of the Maryland Fellows of the American College of Trial
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Jessie Weber Associate Profile Jessie Weber joined Brown, Goldstein & Levy in October 2011. Her practice includes cases involving disability rights, civil rights, housing discrimination, wage and hour violations, and appeals. Jessie served as lead counsel in a successful appeal to the Fourth Circuit in a disability rights case involving accessibility to a public building.
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Disability Rights Fellowship The Brown, Goldstein & Levy Disability Rights Fellowship is available to law school graduates with a disability and zero to three years of legal experience. Applicants should have strong academic credentials, excellent writing skills, and a demonstrated commitment to disability rights. It is a one-year fellowship. A candidate has already been
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Honors In 2013, all of the Brown, Goldstein & Levy partners – Chris Brown, Joe Espo, Andy Freeman, Dan Goldstein, Sharon-Krevor Weisbaum, Andy Levy, Dana McKee, Stu Simms, and Josh Treem – were selected by his peers to the Maryland Super Lawyers. Only five percent of the lawyers in the state are chosen for inclusion
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Baltimore, Maryland Trial Attorneys We listen. We Care. We Win. Print
Brown, Goldstein & Levy is proud to announce that Chris Brown, Andy Levy, Mel Sykes, Dan Goldstein, and Andy Freeman were recognized in the 2012 edition of Best Lawyers in America.
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The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has held that Maryland must pay attorneys’ fees stemming from a challenge to restrictions on voter registration activities at Baltimore transit stations.
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A child’s terms by Barbara Grzincic Attorneys Joseph B. Espo and Andrew D. Freeman say “with reasonable certainty” it is the most the state has ever paid to compensate a single individual. Download PDF