Firm News

Silverman Thompson is proud to announce the expansion of its family law practice with the addition of two experienced attorneys, Nathan Volke and Rian Wieser. This exciting development reinforces the firm’s continued commitment to providing exceptional representation to individuals and families navigating sensitive and complex legal matters.  Led by Senior Partner Monica Scherer, our family…

Silverman Thompson is proud to announce that Christopher J. Mincher has returned to the firm as a partner, bringing with him an extraordinary depth of experience in business litigation, administrative and regulatory law, and appellate advocacy. His arrival strengthens an already formidable legal team and reaffirms the firm’s commitment to offering clients strategic, high-level representation…

A judge in the United States District Court for the District of Maryland has ruled in favor of firm client NFM, Inc. represented by Bill Sinclair and Todd Hesel in a Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) action. The action revolved around payments due under an employment agreement.  At the outset of the case, Silverman Thompson…

We are delighted to announce Partner Kerri L. Smith has been honored as one of Maryland’s Top 100 Women for 2025 by The Daily Record. This prestigious accolade recognizes high-achieving Maryland women who have made significant impacts through their leadership, community service, and mentorship.   Ms. Smith’s journey with Silverman Thompson is a testament to her…

Silverman Thompson is proud to announce the promotion of four outstanding attorneys in recognition of their exceptional contributions to the firm and their respective practice areas.   Effective January 1, 2025, the following attorneys have been named partners of the firm:  Managing Partner Steven D. Silverman announced the firm’s new partners at the annual Silverman Thompson…

This year, 19 Silverman Thompson attorneys have been recognized by 2025 Maryland Super Lawyers and Rising Stars. To be considered, lawyers must be nominated by their peers. Nominees then undergo a vetting process including independent research, peer evaluation, and managing partner surveys to be selected for this award. We are beyond proud to have so…

For the 11th year in a row, The Baltimore Sun Top Workplaces have awarded Silverman Thompson Slutkin White a Top Workplaces 2024 honor. This list of honorees is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey.* The confidential survey uniquely measures the employee experience and its component themes, including employees feeling “Respected & Supported,” “Enabled…

Silverman Thompson is proud to announce that Partner Creston P. Smith has been named to The Daily Record’s 2024 Criminal Law Power List. This recognition honors the top legal professionals in the field of Maryland criminal law who demonstrate exceptional expertise, leadership, and dedication to the justice system. The Criminal Law Power List awards Maryland…

This week, the United States Attorney’s Office in the District of Maryland dismissed the five-count indictment that has been pending since early April 2023 against Frederick County Sheriff Charles “Chuck” Jenkins. Jenkins is currently serving his fifth term as the elected sheriff of Frederick County. The dismissal was “with prejudice” – a resounding end to the…

Silverman Thompson has been recognized in the 2025 edition of Best Law Firms®, ranked by Best Lawyers, for the Baltimore metropolitan area. The Firm’s nine top-ranked practice areas prove our diversity of expertise and our interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to serving our clients. Silverman Thompson’s Awards | Best Law Firms – United States (2025 Edition): Baltimore…