Brown, Goldstein & Levy is proud to announce that six of our attorneys have been included in the 2025 Lawdragon 500 X – The Next Generation guide, including: Monica Basche, Lauren DiMartino, Neel Lalchandani, Anthony May, Anisha Queen, and Jamie Strawbridge.
The Lawdragon editorial team selected the 500 honorees through submissions from across the world, along with journalistic research of the attorneys behind the biggest deals and cases, and editorial vetting from a board of peer attorneys. These attorneys define the direction of the legal profession moving forward.
“These lawyers provide a forecast of the fascinating future of global law practice,” Chief Executive Officer of Lawdragon, Katrina Dewey, wrote in the guide. “They’re also mesmerizing, multi-talented, dedicated, focused – and the best argument there is for the vitality of the law no matter what your particular take on it. It’s a pathway to resolve disputes, build bridges, fund global enterprises and make dreams happen.
Attorney Monica Basche was recognized for her contributions in Civil Rights and Commercial Litigation. Monica represents clients in a diverse range of cases from civil rights litigation, including disability rights, housing discrimination, employment discrimination, and prisoners’ rights, to commercial litigation and business disputes, including breach of contract and business torts cases, as well as cases brought under the Randolph-Sheppard Act. Learn more about Monica.
Attorney Lauren DiMartino was honored for her work in Civil Rights Litigation. Lauren’s client-centered practice is focused on ensuring diverse communities can thrive, whether it’s through challenging various types of discrimination in housing, employment, or education, holding government actors accountable, or advocating for local businesses embroiled in dispute. Learn more about Lauren.
Partner Neel Lalchandani earned recognition in Civil Rights and Commercial Litigation. Neel represents individuals, nonprofits, and companies in a diverse array of civil rights and commercial matters. Among other victories for his clients, Neel has helped secure several of the largest payments in Maryland history for victims of police misconduct, including more than $80 million for innocent men imprisoned for crimes they did not commit. Learn more about Neel.
Partner Anthony May was recognized for his work in Appellate Law, as well as Civil Rights and Commercial Litigation. Anthony has represented clients in a variety of complex litigation matters including assisting employees with disabilities in obtaining accessible technology and accommodations in the workplace, representing individuals who have been wrongfully convicted, commercial litigation disputes, and fighting workplace discrimination based on sexual orientation. Learn more about Anthony.
Partner Anisha Queen was recognized for her work in Class Action Litigation and Civil Rights Litigation. Anisha has experience representing clients in cases involving employment law, housing discrimination, disability rights, civil rights, wrongful convictions, Title IX, contract disputes, and employment matters. Learn more about Anisha.
Partner Jamie Strawbridge was recognized for his work in Appellate Law, Civil Rights, and Litigation. Jamie represents individuals in cases involving civil rights, disability rights, police misconduct, and housing discrimination. Jamie also represents companies in high-stakes commercial litigation, including ownership disputes and breach-of-contract claims. Learn more about Jamie.
The Lawdragon selection process is highly competitive. In addition to reviewing submissions, the company adds hours of independent research of its own and vets nominated attorneys with their peers. Congratulations to our Next Generation attorneys! Click here to view the guide.
Founded in 1982, Brown, Goldstein & Levy is a law firm based in Baltimore, Maryland, with an office in Washington, DC. The firm is nationally recognized in a wide variety of practice areas, including complex civil and commercial litigation, civil rights, health care, family law, and criminal defense. Above all else, Brown, Goldstein & Levy is a client-centered law firm that brings decades of experience and passionate, effective advocacy to your fight for justice.