Fairmount Heights Construction Lawyers

Anu B. Kemet, a co-founder of Kemet Hunt Law Group, practices law in the areas of construction law, business development, civil litigation, bankruptcy, and personal injury. Mr. Kemet heads the firm’s business law practice, including start-ups, construction litigation, franchise negotiations, labor relations and contracts. He is responsible for a diverse caseload with substantial litigation experience. Prior to his career as an attorney, Anu served honorably in the United States Army, held the chief operating officer position for a private elementary school, and co-founded Delights of the Garden, the first full service raw food vegan restaurant chain in the U.S. Mr. Kemet...

Michael J. Bramnick has been practicing law for over a decade and focuses on all aspects of construction law and civil litigation including contract disputes, residential and commercial real estate disputes, business torts, construction litigation including mechanic’s liens and collections for contractors, subcontractors and material suppliers, and general post-judgment collections and enforcement matters. Mike is a zealous litigator, advocate and trusted advisor for his clients. He brings a pragmatic and analytical approach to evaluating claims early in the dispute process to customize strategies that are designed to best serve his clients’ needs. In some cases, this is achieved through alternative...

The majority of my practice is construction and government contract litigation, although I also represent franchisees and businesses in a variety of other matters. Primarily, my objectives are to solve my client's problem quickly, efficiently and economically. To this end, in addition to handling complex litigation from start to finish, whether through settlement or final court disposition, I strive to be my client's general counsel - always available to consult, advise and strategize with them on matters ranging from employer/employee issues, government and regulatory compliance, insurance matters as well as corporate formation, structure, resolution and related needs. As...

Advocate and adviser for government employees, business professionals, and businesses in a wide range of employment and civil litigation matters.

Civil Litigation:
- Represent individuals and businesses in various civil-litigation matters, including business litigation, contract disputes, partnership disputes, and insurance coverage.
- Represent licensed professionals in investigations, disciplinary proceedings, and appeals of adverse agency decisions regarding licensure.
- Experienced trial lawyer in state and federal court.
- Experienced appellate attorney in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, D.C. Court of Appeals, Maryland Court of Appeals, and Maryland Court of Special Appeals.
- Law clerk...

Following graduation from law school, I served as a judicial law clerk to the Hon. John McAuliffe on Maryland’s highest appellate court, the Maryland Court of Appeals. I entered private practice and went on to became a partner with the law firm of Furey, Doolan & Abell in Chevy Chase, where my practice centered on business law, family law, and estate litigation. While in private practice, I earned an MBA at the University of Maryland, and then moved to San Francisco. There I held positions with Intel Corporation, first in its legal department and later in its sales...

Christopher R. Wampler is a graduate of Bridgewater College, Virginia, and the Catholic University School of Law. Chris has been practicing Bankruptcy Law since 1987 in Maryland, DC, & Virginia. In the past, Chris has served as President of the Wheaton Kensington Chamber of Commerce, served as a member of the Prince George's County Judicial Selections Committee, and was involved in the Montgomery County Bar Association Pro Bono Program. Chris has also worked on the Law Foundation of Prince George's County Homeless Project for which he received an award for his service to the community.

I am admitted to practice in Maryland, DC and Virginia, and have litigated cases in state and federal courts for over 22 years. My practice focuses on construction disputes, leasing and landlord-tenant matters and real estate litigation, including property tax appeals.

Jessica has many years of experience in Charles County handling complex zoning, subdivision, and administrative law matters. She has represented many large developers and local businesses. As part of that process, she actually created several of the Home Owner’s Associations in Charles County. Jessica is well known to the local real estate community, and the members of our local government. Jessica heads up our zoning & land use, home owner’s association, and corporate law departments. Jessica can assist clients in obtaining permits and other development-related approvals (concept plans, preliminary plans, site development plans, and final plats). Her current...

Suraj Vyas has had legal training both in the United States as well as India. Being able to draft comprehensive memoranda for judges and letters to international clients explaining complex legal topics across oceans is what sets him apart from other attorneys. Mr. Vyas is the owner and principal attorney of The Law Offices of Suraj A. Vyas, LLC, a general law firm specializing in patent law with a focus on construction law and contract law serving clients in Maryland and Washington, D.C. He has represented numerous contractors, builders, engineers, architects, and multinational corporations. Shortly after earning his Juris Doctor...

Brian is an attorney who specializes in business transactions and civil litigation, including in the areas of business/partner law, construction law, employment law, landlord-tenant disputes, real estate, and appeals. He has lived in Frederick for the past 15 years and was born in White Planes, New York. After graduating from the University of Delaware with a B.A. in political science in 1997, Brian graduated from American Law School in Washington D.C. in 2000. He lives in Frederick with his wife, Shelah, and their two rescue dogs, Bailey and Basil. When Brian is not buried in documents...

I handle civil litigation, administrative appeals, applications and hearings and advise clients on contract, real property matters, and corporate and regulatory law. My practice involves civil court cases in real estate, business transactions, contracts, construction, mechanic's liens, collections, home improvement contracts, consumer protection, employment, independent contractor agreements, licenses, intellectual property, copyrights, trademarks and trade names, nuisance, fraud, business torts and government contracting and bonds. I handle cases in all of Maryland's state courts, the District of Columbia Superior Court, and United States District Court for the District of Maryland.

I am a 36 year veteran of the Maryland and District of Columbia court systems. There is little that would surprise us!

Mr. Burkhouse is a partner at Pessin Katz Law, P.A. His practice includes labor and employment litigation, education law, construction, and business litigation. Mr. Burkhouse represents both public and private sector clients regarding a wide array of litigation-related issues. Mr. Burkhouse also counsels employers on legal compliance issues including wage/hour policies, reasonable accommodation of disabilities, and employee discrimination issues. As an active member of the PK Law Education and School law practice, Mr. Burkhouse has litigated cases for a number of the firm's school board clients in the United States District Court for the District of Maryland, as...

Mark W. Oakley is an established litigation attorney concentrating on civil litigation, personal injury, construction law, and criminal and traffic defense. He also advises business clients, negotiates and drafts contracts, and handles a variety of litigation matters at all levels of the state and federal court systems. Mr. Oakley is trained and certified in the collaborative practice of law. Mr. Oakley is a graduate of the University of Maryland School of Law (J.D. 1987), and the University of Maryland, College Park (B.A. 1984). He is a member of the Maryland State Bar Association, the District of...

Attorney with a concentration in construction, surety, and fidelity bond litigation, together with a focus on commercial litigation and regulatory matters. My focus is on efficient claims resolution. My clients include leaders in the surety bond and construction industries. I also represent business owners in commercial litigation, and insurers and construction companies involved in regulatory matters.

Jon is an attorney who specializes in business law who also serves as a business counselor. His passion is enriching the lives of entrepreneurs by making their businesses better. Jon has been the Director of Entrepreneurship and Workforce Development for the Carroll County Department of Economic Development. While there, he worked to establish a leading business support service network that includes the Carroll Business Path, the Carroll County Small Business Loan Fund, and the “Know Before It’s Go” regulatory compliance assistance program. In addition, he worked to improve workforce development as head of the Carroll County Business and Employment Resource Center. Before...

Derek A. Hills is a Maryland attorney whose practice focuses on the representation of homeowners in construction disputes. With twenty years of experience in the contracting industry, he understands how to navigate the relationships between contractors, subcontractors, and homeowners. He prides himself on excellent client communication skills and works with the client in a collaborative approach to evaluate all options and achieve the best outcome. As a result of his exposure to consumer protection laws concerning construction matters, he also represents consumers in cases involving harassment by debt collectors, debt buying cases, and auto fraud...

Eli represents owners, general contractors, subcontractors and materialmen with construction issues including acceleration, resequencing, mechanics’ liens, bonding, bankruptcy and commercial matters. Demonstrated project experience and representation encompasses public, commercial and private entities. Admitted to practice in the State of Maryland, District of Columbia, as well as before the United States District Court for the District of Maryland and the United States Court of Federal Claims.

Coover Law Firm, LLC serves Howard County/Columbia, MD and beyond in the following practice areas:

- Family Law (Divorce, Adoption, Child Custody & Visitation, Alimony and Child Support)
- Civil Litigation
- Construction Law
- Land Use & Zoning
- Real Estate Litigation

Founder & Principal Attorney, Fred L. Coover, is committed to the advancement of the legal profession and is active in local, state and national bar associations and attorney organizations, including the following:

- Appointed to Maryland State Bar Association Ethics Committee
- Vice Chairman on Executive Council of Maryland State Bar Association Fee Dispute Committee
- Appointed Member of Howard County Adult Public...

Mr. Sampson, an AV rated Preeminent Attorney by Martindale-Hubbell, has over twenty-five years of experience handling matters involving complex civil litigation, white collar crime, and government regulation. He currently focuses on the defense of large loss liability cases in the areas of premises liability, products liability, professional liability, trucking and transportation negligence, catastrophic injury, and construction defects. Mr. Sampson also routinely litigates claims involving issues of insurance coverage, bad faith, and fraud, and regularly litigates business and commercial disputes involving consumer protection, fiduciary duties, shareholder rights, and employment agreements. His practice has included all aspects of litigation in state and...