Silverman Thompson

10/12/2026

“Beyond her legal expertise, Monica showed genuine compassion and care for my family. She understood how much was at stake, especially regarding my children, and kept their well-being and my future at the forefront.”

We’re proud to share a recent 5-star Yelp review of Family Law Chair Monica Scherer. Monica has led our family law practice since 2000 and is known for her empathetic approach and fierce courtroom advocacy.

It is an honor to be spoken of so highly. Learn more about our family law team here: https://www.silvermanthompson.com/family-law

09/01/2026

We can't believe it's already time for kids to go back to school.

When divorced or separated parents share custody, back-to-school season can bring tricky questions about expenses, extracurricular activities, parent-teacher conferences, holidays, and more. Even simple issues can feel like a landmine of potential conflict.

In this quarter’s family law newsletter, Monica Scherer and our family law team break down things to consider as the school year ramps up.

Head to the links below to read our latest Family Law Digest and sign up to receive Silverman Thompson firm-wide news and updates!

https://mailchi.mp/silvermanthompson/family-law-school-year-2026

https://www.silvermanthompson.com/newsletter

08/20/2026

Honored to be recognized in the 33rd edition of Lawyers for 2027. Thank you to our peers across the Maryland legal community for endorsing 17 of our attorneys as the Best Lawyers in America and Ones to Watch.

Congratulations to the whole team!

See the full list here: https://www.silvermanthompson.com/news/silverman-thompson-recognized-by-best-lawyers-2027

08/13/2026

We're thrilled to see Kerri Smith featured in the Maryland Bar Journal!

In her profile, "Paving the Way for the Next Generation of Women in Law," Kerri reflects on her career, leadership within the Maryland State Bar Association – MSBA, and her commitment to advancing professionalism and supporting women in the legal field.

Read more below:

https://www.silvermanthompson.com/news/kerri-smith-profiled-in-msba-maryland-bar-journal

07/24/2026

07/21/2026

Trusted for Integrity. Chosen for Results.

Welcome to Silverman Thompson.

When Steven D. Silverman left government service in 1994, he set out to form an elite trial and litigation law firm, bringing together the best trial lawyers in the region.

Over 30 years later, our roster of over 40 nationally ranked litigators appear in court more frequently than any other firm in the state. We are fearless and appropriately aggressive, taking on serious cases with confidence and competence.

Our team of attorneys is comprised of former federal judges, Assistant United States Attorneys, felony public defenders, Assistant Attorney Generals, and Assistant States Attorneys throughout Maryland. When you hire one Silverman Thompson attorney, you are hiring decades of knowledge across multiple practice areas from our entire office.

From business litigation to criminal defense, medical malpractice, personal injury, real estate, and family law, we tackle the most high-profile and consequential cases with experience, adaptability, and collaboration.

See where we can make a difference for you.

📍 Based in downtown Baltimore, with offices in Baltimore County, Annapolis, and Washington D.C.

06/08/2026

We’re proud to introduce Anthony Horodowicz as our 2026 University of Baltimore School of Law Fellow.

Since 2018, we've had the honor to support a promising student each year through financial assistance and hands-on experience at Silverman Thompson.

At the end of their first year at University of Baltimore School of Law (Official), fellows are awarded a two-year scholarship, a one-year fellowship stipend, and a position in the firm’s summer associate and law clerk programs.

We’re proud to support the next generation of legal professionals and look forward to having Anthony on our team!

Learn more about Anthony and the UB Law Fellowship below.

https://www.silvermanthompson.com/firm-news/university-of-baltimore-law-fellow-anthony-hordowicz/

06/01/2026

Each summer, we welcome a cohort of law students to our clerkship program!

This year, we’re thrilled to have seven exceptional students spend the summer at Silverman Thompson:

-Sophia Derr, University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law '28
-Ian Drury, University of Baltimore School of Law ‘27
-Anthony Horodowicz, University of Baltimore School of Law ‘28
-Sabrina Pereira, University of Baltimore School of Law ‘28
-Madelyn Schloss, University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law '28
-Meaghan Slattery, University of Baltimore School of Law ‘27
-Chad Ward, University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law '28

Our clerks have already started gaining hands-on experience at the firm. Alongside an immersive experience in research, summer associates gain one-on-one mentorship from attorneys, spend a day in court, have lunch with a local judge, and participate in a variety of firm-wide social and networking events.

We are so excited to have you all with us!

Learn more about our clerkship programs here: https://www.silvermanthompson.com/careers-at-silverman-thompson/clerkships-at-silverman-thompson/

05/21/2026

Most people only learn what Miranda actually means after they've already waived it.

Catch Kurt Nachtman on The TrustCasting Network for an in-depth conversation about the ins and outs of being a trial attorney in Baltimore, from Miranda rights to DUIs, professional licensing, and more.

It's great to see our partners sharing their knowledge and real-life anecdotes you can only get from a life in the courtroom.

Some key topics they discussed:
→ The decision to hire counsel is rarely about guilt or innocence. It's about ensuring that you get the absolute best possible outcome.
→ Trial skills travel. Whether it's a DUI case or a civil dispute, what wins in the courtroom is preparation, narrative, and credibility.
→ The system doesn't pause to explain itself to you. That's the lawyer's job.

But the biggest takeaway? Call a lawyer.

Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/37ChqaSmYzkLNTHVXmaJxt?si=e7bee5e2d68e4f6e
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/R8tMxGuEwPo?si=XfeFRt-g8E0zCjH6

05/19/2026

We're proud to have sponsored yesterday’s Pickle with Purpose event benefiting Pathfinders for Autism ⭐

The event was a great reminder of the power of community coming together for a meaningful cause!

Thank you to everyone who showed up to support individuals with autism and their families at this fantastic event, and thank you to Woodholme Country Club for hosting.